At its core, liquid wallpaper can be attributed to decorative plaster. They are a mixture of cellulose and silk fibers, glue composition of KMC and various decorative components (sequins, colored granules). They are sold in dry form or in a mixed state, when you only need to add water and knead, or in individual bags, the contents of which must be carefully and strictly instructed to mix in the process of dilution with water.
On what walls can I apply a liquid wallpaper?
There are no restrictions on the material of the walls for applying liquid wallpaper. The main thing is that they are maximally leveled, plastered and well primed. And not every primer is suitable, but only colorless. Excellent proven itself for such purposes Grunt Ceresit CT17 Super. It will not turn yellow with time and will not show up on the liquid wallpaper .
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How to apply liquid wallpaper on a wall?
To prepare directly the liquid wallpaper, you need to pour the contents of the plastic bag into a plastic container (a basin or a large bucket), where you previously poured in the amount of water that is indicated in the instructions for the wallpaper. Please note that on average one package weighing 1 kg is consumed on 4 m & sup2 covered surfaces.
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Soak the whole package, since partial dilution of wallpaper is unacceptable. Mix the mixture with warm water with bare hands, since there are no harmful components in it. But the work of a mixer is unacceptable, because it will damage the long fibers and break the decorative value of the finishing material. After soaking the wallpaper should be infused for 8 hours, after which it is re-mixed before use.
Liquid wallpaper - how to apply them on the wall?
We put the ready mixture on the plastic spatula with hands, and then rubbing it back and forth on the wall. The thickness of the layer should not exceed 1-2 mm. We begin to work from the corner of the room.
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When you completely cover the walls with liquid wallpaper, allow them to dry for 2 days. Remember that drying can occur unevenly, so that there will be dry and wet areas, different in color. This will pass when the wallpaper is completely dry. To speed up the drying process, arrange regular airing and drafts. If repairs occur during the cold season, you can use additional heat sources, but do not forget about airing.
If after all the works you have a divorced wallpaper , do not throw them away. In the dried state they are stored for a long time and can be useful for spot repair. They just need to be re-diluted in warm water and applied to damaged areas of the wall.
Drawings from liquid wallpaper
The liquid wallpaper can be applied by hand not only with an even, uniform layer, but with different patterns and patterns. To do this, not only different in color, but also in texture mixes are used.
To make a drawing, you first need to make templates and fix them on the wall. Around them carefully put a layer of wallpaper.
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Then the templates are deleted, and the space that they occupy is filled with liquid wallpaper of a different color. You need to work very carefully, if you want to get a beautiful and accurate picture. After all the work, this is the result.
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Drawings can be anything. In children's rooms, it can be cartoon characters, and in the living room - floral motifs. It all depends on your imagination and degree of skill. The main thing is that liquid wallpaper opens up unlimited possibilities before you, with them you can make your home truly unique.
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