lining paper were to start

[stayclean]

im about lining paper walls in my bedroom , im aware that you put paper on across walls but how do get a straight line and were to start

 

[DAZB]

As lining paper is covered over getting a straight line is not crucial to it's success. You could start either at the bottom along the skirting or the top at ceiling or coving level. If you did want to be a perfectionist and start with a level line then assuming you start at the bottom , first measure the width of the paper, let's say 600mm for example. Measure up from the top of your skirting board about 570mm and draw a line across your wall using a spirit level. Then fit your first run of paper to this line and trim of the spare at the bottom along the skirting which at 30mm should allow for any variation in your floor and skirting heights and so on.

 

[Johnmelad502]

im about lining paper walls in my bedroom , im aware that you put paper on across walls but how do get a straight line and were to start

Lining or cross lining
Hanging lining paper serves two functions. Firstly, it provides a smooth even-textured surface, hiding any small blemishes which might show through paint or thin wallpaper. This is particularly useful if the walls have had lots of repairs and filling work. Secondly, it is designed specifically to be the perfect base on which to hang wallcoverings.

The rule to remember is as follows: for painting, hang vertically, for papering, hang horizontally.

The reason for hanging horizontally is to ensure that joints cannot line up in the two layers and to provide maximum bonding strength.

 

[stayclean]

Lining or cross lining
i intend to emulsion over some lining paper im going to use on 1 of my bedrooms
am i ok to start by applying lining paper horizontally

 

[Zampa]

Start at the top NOT the bottom draw a horizontal line along all the wall around the walls at about 500mm using a spirit level then line the walls with 800 or 100 grade lining paper, as your painting over the paper there no need to leave a gap in the lining paper...but if you not experienced in papering and struggle getting a good joint then you can leave a 1-2 mm gap and fill it with ordinary polyfilla after you have done the first coat of paint (which should be thinned by about 20%)

 

[dextrous]

Personally, in the internal corners I tend to cut the paper so it fits right up to them - so no overlaps and no folding round the corners. Then, when dry, run a thin bead of caulk down here, pressing it well in with your finger. I find this leaves a better finish. Sometimes wall movement can cause ripples or even tears in the paper to occur, and this caulking method hasn't failed me yet.

On laying paper, it's wise to let the paste soak in for about 10 minutes since it makes it more pliable and will stretch out airbubbles as it dries. Finally, with very fine sandpaper, you can rub off those annoying bits of grit that get under the paper.