redneck princess Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I'm sure this has been a question on here before, but too lazy to search everything I bought some scrapbook paper for use as wallpaper in my dh and just wondering if there is any prep work I need to do (sizing the walls like w/regular wallpaper), and if there is certain glue or wallpaper paste I need to use. Also, if the wallpaper gets damaged or I change my mind (which I'm known to do) how easy is it to remove? Thanks in advance for any help you can give me ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 You might want to spray it with a sealer, some kinds of inks "run" & blotch, I've been told. I put regular wallpaper paste on the back of the paper and hang it like I did full-sized wallpaper, just not in the strips that can come loose at the top and cover you & your hair in wet wallpaper & paste (yuck, blech!). I have found that paperig on a gloss-painted wall the paper removes easily being dampened with the warm water & white vinegar mixture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tracibobs Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 i used scrapbookpaper through out my ashley all iused to put it in place was a glue stick looks fine to me and it has kept it in place for a long time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KathieB Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I use contact/rubber cement to hang paper, both doll house wallpaper and scrapbooking paper. I use it in dry mount mode: coat both paper and wall with the cement and let it dry, then stick it up. It holds well, is easy to smooth out wrinkles and/or bubbles, and can be pulled off and repositioned if necessary. Also, it doesn't soak into the paper, so the paper stays firm. I'm not too swift with water-based glues of any kind. I end up with papiér maché half the time. *sigh* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peachie Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I use wall paper paste on mine....and I always paint my wall before putting my wall paper on.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kellee Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I paint all my walls and sand the well, then I put wallpaper paste ont he wall & smooth on the scrapbook paper.! I have also heard others use Mod Podge but I have never tried it.! Kellee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justmesue Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 The scrapbooking "wallpaper", in my first house is held on firmly with scrapbooking double back tape. It's been on for 5 years. I recently decided to change one room in that house, and it came off very easily, I just needed to sand a little where some of the sticky remained. I also, always paint walls, to help with the "changed my mind" process. The paper I used must have already been treated, as it did not run, fade on dry out, as it came. I really like "mactac", for wallpaper. It's a little tough to work with, but is inexpensive, washable and very easily removed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 Before I wallpaper - and I don't use scrapbook paper yet - I always paint my bare walls with just plain white latex paint. This seals and primes as well. Wolfie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Violet2Dawn Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 Maybe I shouldn't admit this here, but I am using "puzzle saver" as wallpaper glue. It is thick, drying slower allowing for more repositioning, and i get very few wall bubles with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Librarian-Sarah Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I'm planning to hang scrapbook paper "wallpaper" and lay down grass on my Hobbit hole's ceiling/roof this evening or tomorrow night depending on how many more coats of paint the box takes, so this is a timely subject for me! my "wall" in this case is a slice from a stiff cardboard hatbox I found, so I think I'll give the dry mount rubber cement approach KathieB suggested a try. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erick Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I'm totally new into making dollhouses so I had never thought about scrap booking paper, thanks for the great idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipertml Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 The scrapbooking "wallpaper", in my first house is held on firmly with scrapbooking double back tape. It's been on for 5 years. I recently decided to change one room in that house, and it came off very easily, I just needed to sand a little where some of the sticky remained. I also, always paint walls, to help with the "changed my mind" process. The paper I used must have already been treated, as it did not run, fade on dry out, as it came. I really like "mactac", for wallpaper. It's a little tough to work with, but is inexpensive, washable and very easily removed. What a great idea! I never would have thought of that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redneck princess Posted October 11, 2007 Author Share Posted October 11, 2007 Thanks for all the great ideas! Now I have to decide which one to use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
More Minis Dollhouses Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I only used scrapbook paper on one of my houses. The advice I can offer for you is to seal it first. The paper I used did not have bleeding ink or anything but it was very fragile. Regular wallpaper is tough and thick but scrapbook paper isnt so maybe sealing it will give it an extra coat so it will be tougher. I use regular wallpaper mucilage for pasting it up. Mod Podge does not let you reposition because it dries too quickly and its very watery so the paper becomes very wet and that tends to make it wrinkle or warp. It also can tear if you try to reposition even a second after its up. Scrapbook paper is so light and airy that you might be better off pasting it up using a glue stick. At least that way it wont become all soggy with wetness since its a thin paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmama Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I usually scan my wallpaper on computer & print it off on cardstock & coat with a sealer & use modpodge to put it up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmama Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I usually scan my wallpaper on computer & print it off on cardstock & coat with a sealer & use modpodge to put it up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irene Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I primed the walls, then used spray adhesive on the scrapbook paper on mine...The trick is not to use too much of the spray....I put the paper into a box lid and used that to keep the adhesive from getting everywhere...worked pretty well!! Hasn't fallen off yet.... also, fyi...here's a link to a scrapbook paper website where you can download and print your own for free.. http://www.scrapbookscrapbook.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stantilda Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 also, fyi...here's a link to a scrapbook paper website where you can download and print your own for free.. http://www.scrapbookscrapbook.com/ Thanks for the great website! I have been looking for some murals for the ceilings and they have some great pieces! I am downloading like crazy. I will have to remember to link to them when I order from Amazon.com so they can stay online. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A & A Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 agreed, i am very impressed. i am downloading and saving like crazy too. wonderful sight. thanks so much for the link Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted October 11, 2007 Share Posted October 11, 2007 I wallpaper using Wonder Under and just iron the paper to cardboard templates (lightweight cardboard), then just tack the templates to the walls so I can get my hard wiring under the templates and also change wall coverings later on down the road....... Wolfie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redneck princess Posted October 12, 2007 Author Share Posted October 12, 2007 Thanks for the great website! Lots of great pages on here...I'll be filling up my computer tonight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
havanaholly Posted October 12, 2007 Share Posted October 12, 2007 I find by using regular premixed wallpaper paste I can reposition the paper, and the scrapbook papers I used in the McKinley (parlor & bathroom) didn't require sealing, either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nancy in Renton Posted October 12, 2007 Share Posted October 12, 2007 The method I plan to use to wallpaper my dollhouse is to cut templates (before assembling the house) of poster board. Then wallpaper the poster board and attach it to the walls with YES glue. I've been told you can do the walls of a house that's already built by using wax paper to make the templates of poster board, then cut the wallpaper to fit. The wax paper bends easily and you can use a stylus to make creases in the right place. You can also use fabric with tiny print and attach it to poster board with double sided carpet tape. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MichelleG Posted October 13, 2007 Share Posted October 13, 2007 And speaking of wallpaper... Just today I stopped by the local paint store and asked if they had any outdated wallpaper sample books. They had about 10 of them. I flipped thru one that had lots of pretty paper , perfect size for the dollhouse rooms. they also had white and off white textered paper that will be perfect for the ceilings,, And a couple that looks like tile for the kitchen floor or bathroom. I'll be going back to look thru the other books. Great find! And Free!! I think you just wet the back and stick it on the wall. I can't wait to get going on this and upload some photos for you all. I'm still waiting for some stuff to come in the mail, that's slowing me down. I can't put the shell together until I get the replacement wall tracing and cut out a new one. I don't know if I should wallpaper before I construct the shell? or wait until it's together and try to fit my hands in there.. hmmm. What did you all do? I love the look of the wallpaper, chair rail and paint on the bottom.. so prettyyyy!!!! Michelle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.