Wallpaper paste & wallpaper adhesive
Hold on! Think for a second, how would you feel if you have picked the most beautiful wallpaper for your next home decor but, it didn’t show the result you desire afterwards, or if it ends up looking patchy. Upsetting right? This could happen if you mistake while choosing the wallpaper adhesive. The type of wallpaper you choose, make a difference in the type of wallpaper paste you utilize.
Wallpaper adhesives are composed of modified starch or methylcellulose, it typically has a shear-thinning viscosity and high wet adhesive tack. These properties slow down the absorption of adherent into the wall and wallpaper, the slow penetration provides enough time to line up the wallpaper accurately on the wall.
The adhesive is generally applied to the paper to soak the adhesive in and penetrate the paper. This technique prevents from causing bubbles, however in some cases like nonwoven or glass fibre wallpaper paper does not expand, so the paste is directly applied to the walls.
To prevent your magnificent wallpaper turning into a mess, first understand then choose the best wallpaper adhesive for the wall.
Coldwater paste
Does it ring a bell? It’s the most common as well as one that has been around the longest. It comes in powder form and needs to be prepared as a paste. The powder consists of wheat or other starch-based powder. While making the mixture you will require cold water, powder and patience, yes you heard it right! Mixing the paste into the right consistency is a bit tricky, it should be neither too runny nor too thick. However, it gives an advantage of the time, water-based products take longer to dry out which buys you extra chances to correct mistakes. It’s perfect if you are doing your redecoration by yourself.
Heavy-Duty
They are less common but are excellent for strength. They are quite similar to coldwater paste but instead of water, it is vinyl-based. For stronger, long-lasting results you should go for this, they faultlessly stick heavy papers without any risk of falling off. Its drying time is too short which propels them difficult to use, however, this is accurate wallpaper paste for heavy vinyl wallpaper.
All-Purpose Paste
All-purposes adhesive comes in both powder and liquid form. They are favourable for any type of paper, hence this has benefited it to become one of the best selling adhesives. The pastes usually contain fungicide which prevents mould growth, thus they are ideal for places which are prone to moisture. Although it says it is all-purpose, always check if it is fit for the wallpaper you have selected.
Paste the wall
Some wallpapers like- nonwoven and glass fibre are designed to hang by directly pasting the wall. They mostly come in a ready mixture which makes them convenient. Among all the options they cause less mess during the application.
Ready to use wallpaper paste
As the name suggests, they are pre-mixed and come in true consistency. Although, they are more expensive. Yet there are several advantages like – risk of viscosity, they are also vinyl-based which means they are ample for thick papers as well. Let our professionals give a hand in your redecoration, right glue and right hands can bestow your favorite place a charismatic email at sales@wallpaper-ssj.com
FAQ:
- What is the best paste for wallpaper?
Coldwater paste is suitable for almost all kinds of wallpaper as well as it can be mixed to different strengths to bear the weight of wallpaper depending on its weight. Plant Paste wallpaper paste, Pure Paper Paste Glue,Silicone Ceramic Tile Sealer are some of the highly recommended ones.
- Is pasting the adhesive on the wall better than pasting it on paper?
Pasting the glue on the wall is the most preferred option because it doesn’t cause wallpaper to swell and expand. But pasting on paper is mostly adopted by pros who can work fast without creating any mess and mistakes. So, for rookies, the first method is more ideal than pasting on paper.
- How to apply wallpaper paste?
All you will need is a brush or roller and a damp cloth to wipe off any mistakes. Dip your brush or roller into wallpaper paste and paint it on the walls or brush it on the back of the paper. Let it sit for a few seconds and stick the wallpaper.
- How much wallpaper glue do I need?
The amount of wallpaper glue required for your wallpapering project entirely depends on your area ( area of room or wall). So, we recommend seeking advice from your wallpaper provider, as they can give an approx estimate.
- How to mix with the wallpaper paste?
Take a bucket of cold water
Cut the ready to pour wallpaper paste sachet, and pour the mixture into the water
Mix the mixture for 2-3 minutes and leave it for 10-15 minutes to react.