WHAT GLUE SHOULD I USE TO INSTALL WALLPAPER?
The tail is one of the essential elements for install the wallpaper. It manages to maintain sufficient grip with the wall or surface on which this decorative element is installed. That is why it is advisable to choose a suitable adhesive to install the paper.
There are different types of glue that are used depending on the wallpaper you want to install. Each one has its own characteristics and reacts differently to materials. Therefore, the first thing you need to know is the type of paper you want to place in order to find the correct glue. These are all the variants:
Know the different types of glue to install wallpaper
Glue powder
It comes in this format and for its use it is necessary to mix it with water. You must follow the manufacturer's instructions regarding its preparation to achieve adequate results depending on the type of wallpaper. strong> It is a process that does not require very technical knowledge, but it must be thorough.
You can find two different kinds of powdered glue. Methyl cellulose is recommended for wallpapers with TNT support. Cellulosic is used in paper-based papers.
These glues are very well priced so they are usually used when you want to place a large amount of wallpaper. They also have a lot of adhesive power so they are perfect for heavier papers or more difficult surfaces such as tiles.
Prepared or used glues
This type of adhesive is perfect to facilitate the installation of wallpaper. It is applied directly and they are very easy to use. They can also be used to reinforce powder glue mixtures. They allow some mobility of the paper when it is placed and has not yet completely dried.
The prepared cola is found in formats of different sizes and you can find interesting offers that have a lot of quantity.
Woodpecker's glue
It is the classic cola that you can prepare at home with water, oil and vinegar or purchase in commercial establishments. Obviously it is the least recommended if you want to place wallpaper on large surfaces. It dries very quickly and leaves very little room for maneuver.
This glue can be useful when you want to install small amounts of wallpaper. Also for those areas that require small touch-ups in the gluing of the paper to achieve a better finish.
It can also be used for other uses of wallpaper such as placing it on furniture. This type of glue is the cheapest of the three, but its use is much more limited.
The type of glue you have to use will be largely determined by the manufacturer's instructions. The type of adhesive that is convenient to use in each case usually appears on the wallpaper label. In some cases the wallpapers come pre-glued so you will only have to apply the glue to the wall, making the work much easier.
Just as you calculate the amount of paper you need, it is also convenient to do the same with the glue. To do this, many containers give you instructions on how much paper can be placed with the amount they contain.
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