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Decorating with Wallpapers
Wallpaper Types
Wallpaper materials are as different as wallpaper designs. Each quality is characterised by individual properties.
 | Flock Wallpapers What makes a flock wallpaper special is their surface made of viscose fibres to which it owes its soft finish. The flock stands out from the background and thus, creates a three dimensional effect. |
 | Relief Wallpapers Relief wallpapers feature a three dimensional structure, which is created by a special embossing process. The embossed structures are often highlighted by a specific colour selection. |
 | Satin Wallpapers Satin wallpapers are characterised by their shiny effects that are created by a special heat-forming process. Satin wallpapers distinguish themselves through their durable and scrubbable surface. |
 | Foam Wallpapers The easily visible and palpable structure of foam wallpapers causes special visual effects and is made of a soft foam material, which is applied to the wallpaper substrate. |
 | Wallpaper Borders Wallpaper borders can be placed on top of already hung wallpaper widths as a decorative element. Depending on the motif they can be applied either horizontally or vertically or in both ways. They usually come in a length of about 5m / 5.47yd and a width of about 10 - 30 cm / 3.94 – 11.81 ‘’. |
 | Textile Wallpapers Characteristic for textile wallpapers is their upper material, which is usually incorporated with different types of textile fibres such as yarn, felt, bass or feathers. The use of these materials creates an extravagant high-quality look, which sets them apart from other wallpapers. |
 | Paintable Wallpapers Paintable wallpapers are usually white and frequently consist of a certain structure. They can be painted with dispersion, latex or acrylic paint. You can set special highlights by painting the pattern structures in colours different from the background. |
 | Vinyl Wallpapers The great advantage of vinyl wallpapers is their robust and therefore, scrubbable surface. This quality makes them especially suited for the use in utility rooms where rough conditions could damage sensitive wallpapers made from other materials. |
 | Non-Woven Wallpapers The classical non-woven wallpaper. It does not require soaking time and can be hung directly after pasting the wall. The non-woven material covers minor flaws and irregularities. If the wall has been pre-treated properly, non-woven wallpapers can be removed dry-strippable, without leaving any residues. |
 | Paper Wallpapers Paper wallpapers are made of two layers of paper. They are environmental friendly and reasonably priced. They require a soaking time of 5-10 min. |
 | Embossed Wallpapers What sets embossed wallpapers apart from others is their structure, which is created by laminating several layers of which some are embossed. These wallpapers are also referred to as duplex. |
Wallpaper Symbols & Wallpaper Signs
Design Match
The design match shows for how many cm/inches one width has to be shifted to ensure a continuation of the pattern between the individual widths
 | Free Match: Wallpapers with free match can be cut into the desired length without paying attention to the design match, since they usually do not have a pattern that is continued on the next width. |
 | Straight Match: This symbol indicated that the pattern height is the same on each width. Therefore, the widths can be stacked for cutting when the patterns are overlapping. |
 | Offset Match: To guarantee an ongoing pattern, wallpapers that feature an offset match have to be shifted from each other by half of the pattern height. The number on the symbol indicated for how many cm/inch the width has to be shifted. |
Processing Symbols
These symbols serve to provide directions on how to process wallpapers properly. For the achievement of the optimal results it is advised to stick to these directions.
Production Number:
You can find the production number on the package insert of any wallpaper roll. This number is the wallpaper’s production line.
Consecutive surfaces should always feature wallpapers of the same production number to prevent colour deviations.
 | Wallpaper Pasting: This symbol indicated that the wallpaper paste has to be applied directly onto the back of the width. After pasting, the width has to rest for about 5-10 minutes to soak. If the specific soaking time is observed, blistering and wrinkling can be prevented. |
 | Reverse Alternate Length: This symbol implies that every second width has to be hung upside down to avoid colour deviations, which otherwise would become visible. |
 | Wall Pasting: Wallpapers with this symbol do not have to be pasted directly. Instead, the paste can be applied directly onto the wall. |
Refurbishing Wallpaper Symbols
Wallpapers with this symbol can be dry-stripped off the wall. However, this does only work if the wall hat been pre-treated properly.
 | Dry-Strippable: Wallpapers with this symbol can be dry-stripped off the wall. However, this does only work if the wall hat been pre-treated properly. |
 | Wet Removing: Wallpapers featuring this symbol have to be wetted before removing. They require a short soaking time after which they can be removed using a scraper. |
 | Divisible: Wallpapers with this symbol consist of a top layer that is divisible from the bottom layer. If undamaged the non-woven bottom layer can remain on the wall to serve as substrate for the new wallpaper. |
Properties
Wallpapers can be classified according to their wash resistance and lightfastness. The following symbols serve to indicate how wallpapers can be cleaned and how stable their colours are when exposed to light.
 | Satisfying Lightfastness: Wallpapers with this symbol have an adequate lightfastness, but long exposure to direct sunlight can cause the wallpaper to turn bilge and the colours to fade. |
 | Good Lightfastness: Even after long-term exposure to sunlight, the wallpaper does not bilge and colours remain true. |
 | Highly Washable: Wallpapers with this symbol can be cleaned carefully using soapy water and a cleaning rag. |
 | Scrubbable: Scrubbable wallpapers can be freed from soilings using a mild soap solution and a soft brush. Still, the wallpapers should not be scrubbed too roughly, otherwise the surface could take damage. |
 | Washable: Washable wallpapers can be cleaned carefully with a wet cleaning rag or a sponge. |
 | Water Resistant: Water soluble stains can be removed by dabbing with a wet cleaning rag or sponge |
Quality Marks and Certifications
Wallpapers can fulfil certain safety and quality standards. These symbols serve to indicate the quality of the wallpaper.
 | CE Label: The CE label corresponds to the guidelines of EU law and marks safety-tested products. Wallpapers with CE label are accredited according to the EN norm 15102 and fulfil certain requirements of fire protection as well as of the emission of dangerous substances e.g. of heavy metals |
 | RAL Label The RAL quality label signalises a proved wallpaper quality and guarantees that no health or ecological hazards are coming from the wallpapers. |
FSC Label:
The FSC label is awarded by a charitable organisation named Forest Stewardship Council®. The FSC certification indicates that the paper
of the wallpapers is extracted from wood of responsible forestry.
Preparing – Wallpapering Made Easy
Remove Old Wallpapers
Before hanging new wallpapers the old wallpapers should be removed.
| Remove Moistened Wallpapers: Wetted wallpapers can be removed easily. After the water is applied it has to soak in so it can dissolve the paste. A broad brush or a water syringe should be used to disperse the water on the wallpaper. Thick wallpapers or wallpapers with water resistant layers can be perforated using a needle roll allowing the water to soak in faster. As an alternative to water, a wallpaper stripper can be used. After soaking, the wallpaper can be removed using a scraper. |
| Remove Wallpapers Dry-Strippable: |
| Remove Divisible Wallpapers: Wallpapers with this symbol consist of a top layer that is divisible from the bottom layer. If undamaged, the non-woven bottom layer can remain on the wall to serve as substrate for the new wallpaper. |
Processing – Wallpapering Made Easy
Wallpaper Pasting vs. Wall pasting
 | Wallpaper pasting technique Using this method the wallpaper width has to be pasted. After soaking time of 5-10 min it can be hung. This method is suitable for wallpapers with paper backing. The first step, which has to be done is to cut the width to the desired length. After that it has to be pasted and folded to let the paste soak in. It should be folded 2/3 from the top and 1/3 from the bottom to the centre. To save space the folded width can be rolled up and set aside. The soaking time should not be longer than indicated to prevent blistering. |
 | Wall pasting Pasting the wall is required whenever non-woven wallpapers are used. The paste goes directly on the wall. The best way to apply the paste is to use a paste roll, because it helps to distribute the paste evenly. As soon as the wall is pasted the widths can be hung. They do not require any soaking time. Using the wall pasting method saves time and helps to avoid unnecessary paste stains on the front of the wallpaper. Wallpapers with free match can be hung directly without cutting them first. Instead, you can cut them directly on the wall. Thus, you can spare a pasting table. |
Post-Processing – Wallpapering made Easy