How to apply liquid wallpaper: tools, wall preparation, step-by-step master class

Glueing classic paintings is a thing of the past, the question of how to apply liquid wallpaper occurs more often. They do not need to glue, the technique of applying the material resembles plaster. The coating itself looks stylish, lasts 10-15 years.

What do you need for applying their own hands

Work will require construction equipment and personal protective equipment (respirator, gloves, glasses).

Full list of tools:

• Plastic trowel - it is convenient to impose and apply the material on the wall.
  
• Capacity for the preparation of the mixture.
• Spray bottle for water.
• If the room is large - liquid wallpaper, it is advisable to apply with an airbrush.

Self-preparation of the walls

Apply liquid wallpaper can be on the prepared surface. But not every source material for walls and ceilings is suitable for decoration.

Surface Compatibility Chart

In order to avoid trouble, it is recommended to familiarize yourself with the table. It will tell you whether it is possible to apply the coating on the substrate.

Step by Step Preparation Instructions

Before you apply the finished mixture, you must perform the preparatory manipulations. Procedure:

1. Eliminate cracks, bumps, align angles.
2. Remove old decorative canvas, paint, wash off whitewash.

   

3. Remove or paint protruding metallic elements.
4. Primer the walls in 2 layers.

   

5. Paint the surface with white water-based paint (if the primer was white, no staining is required).
6. To process a concrete or brick surface plaster mix.
7. Overly smooth surface to roughen.

How to breed at home?

Coating available in two forms. It is possible to purchase a liquid mixture, ready for use. In the second embodiment, the dry components of the wallpaper are packaged in bags, to work, the mixture must be pre-soaked in water.

Mixing instruction

It is necessary to use all components at once. It is not worth dividing the dry mix - because of the wrong proportions, the material may lose its properties.

Guide for the preparation of a liquid mixture:

1. Prepare the required amount of water (no warmer than 30).
2. Shake bags with mixture components.
   
3. Pour all parts of the dry mixture into the container. If you need a shade - color is added.
4. Hands stir the mixture to make it pomp and uniformity.
5. Pour in water, mix again.

   
   

6. Mixer use is undesirable.

   

7. Mass put in the package, leave for 6-12 hours.

   

The most common question is how much to mix the liquid mixture in a large room? You may need two or more packaging, but they must be diluted in different containers. When liquid wallpaper infused, they can be combined for ease of use.

How much can be stored in diluted form?

Kneading can be stored for several hours. If work is delayed, transfer the liquid mass to the bag without waiting for it to dry. In this form, it is stored 10-14 days.

Video

DIY application technology

After 6-12 hours, check the mixture. If the mass is too thick, pour in a liter of warm water, stir. You can apply liquid wallpaper. The steps of finishing the walls include directly applying the material, checking for defects, correcting defects and drying the surface.

It is allowed to put structure with a slightly opened window leaf, but without draft. Sometimes liquid wallpaper away from the walls. The reason is insufficient surface priming.

Step by step algorithm for installing liquid wallpaper:

1. The optimum temperature in the room is 17-25 degrees.
2. Mass can be applied horizontally, vertically, herringbone - depending on the desired design.
3. Ideally, work better in daylight using artificial lighting.
4. It is necessary to apply weight from a light angle, keeping the tool at the level of eyes under a bias of 15-30 degrees.

   

5. In order to avoid joints, you should not take long breaks between the laying of the mass.
6. Apply liquid wallpaper should be a uniform layer of 2-3 mm in thickness.
7. After each application smooth surface with a float.

   

8. If the mixture sticks to the instrument, periodically moisten it with water.
9. Near the baguette, window sill and baseboards, apply liquid wallpaper neatly - the frozen mass is poorly removed from the surfaces.
10. Sprinkle the walls with water from a spray bottle, smooth the joints with a roller or spatula.
11. The final stage (optional) - wall covering with acrylic varnish to secure the material. It is necessary to apply a varnish in 1 or 2 layers.

Video instruction

Application of liquid wallpaper with explanations presented in the video.

Application Tools

When decorating the walls with liquid wallpaper, different tools are used. The choice depends on the area of ​​the room, skills, consistency of the mass.

Trowel

It is convenient to work with a transparent plastic or plexiglass trowel. Under the tool immediately visible defects that need to be corrected.

Hopper

It is recommended to apply a spray in spacious rooms.

Roller

The use of a roller is ideal for applying and smoothing liquid wallpaper, the consistency of which is not thicker than sour cream.

Putty knife

It is convenient to apply liquid wall-paper with a non-metallic spatula up to 10 cm wide. They also smear the material.

Features of drawing on the ceiling

Liquid wallpaper can be used to finish the ceiling. Apply to the prepared surface. The principle is the same as the walls: the removal of old paintings or whitewash, plaster (if necessary), putty, primer. For safety reasons, it is recommended to remove the chandelier and turn off the electricity Apply a lot of better in daylight, check for defects with a flashlight.

It is necessary to distribute the liquid wallpaper over the ceiling evenly, 2-3 mm thick. Apply the mixture - direct, circular or zigzag movements, depending on the design. Upon completion, moisten the ceiling and roll the joints with a roller.

Installation tips in hard to reach places

The liquid coating is successfully used for walls, arches, slopes and doorways. It is possible to apply the composition to hard-to-reach places manually or with specially selected tools. The mounting algorithm does not change.

Behind the battery

Apply liquid wallpaper behind the radiator with a small float or spatula. If the gap is too narrow - you can smear it manually. Liquid wallpaper is safe for skin, washable easily.

In the corners (external and internal)

When processing the outer corner of the wallpaper should be applied to the wall on both sides. Smear mass to its excess went around the corner. Side of the trowel to smooth the corner, evenly distributing the wallpaper.

When processing the inner corner, treat with the composition one (better “uncomfortable”) side, coming up to the corner end-to-end. After applying the wallpaper on the second side, gently pulling the mixture to the corner and aligning both sides.

On the archway

To finish the arch will need a special rounded trowel or roller. Apply the mixture with a trowel will not work because of the rectangular shape of the tool. First, it is recommended to spread the arch, moving gradually down. At the end to process the corners.

On the slopes

It is recommended to apply liquid wall-paper on slopes from the top corner. Trowel gently distribute the mixture across the width of the slope from top to bottom, you can slightly go on the wall. Without reaching the bottom of 10-20 cm, apply the composition on the bottom corner, gently distribute them. Paint over an empty area.

On the pipes

Remove rust, cover pipes with white oil paint. Do not apply material in the heating season (if the pipes perform the function of heating). It is more convenient to work with a small roller.

How to reuse?

Remains stored for a long time, up to several years. Manufacturers can reuse the material if properly stored.

How to preserve and reuse liquid wallpaper:

1. Wait until the mixture is completely dry in the tank.
2. Dried liquid wallpaper pack in the package.
3. When it comes time to apply the material, dilute it with water.
4. Leave the mass for a few hours.
5. Stir liquid wallpaper, add more water if necessary.
6. Apply to the wall.

How to dry after application?

To achieve the best effect, you should follow the basic rules:

• Finally check for defects.
• In the absence of irregularities leave the coating for 1-3 days.
• You can open the vents and windows for airing.
• A strong draft is undesirable.
• The optimum temperature in the room is 18-25.
• Do not use heaters to speed drying.

How much dry in time?

Drying time no more than 3 days from the moment of completion of works. It depends on many factors, but not less than 24 hours.

Repair using liquid wallpaper allows you to design the interior in any style. This material, unique and safe for health, which basis is cellulose and silk fibers. It is easy to apply the composition yourself, provided that you prepare and follow the correct work algorithm.