Nesting With Grace

by Brooke Christen

All About Wallpaper- Wallpaper Sources, FAQ and Hanging Wallpaper

I might have an addiction to wallpaper. I just LOVE how it transforms a space and instantly adds charm and character. I compiled some of my favorite wallpaper that we have in our home, wallpaper I have used in makeovers and just some really cute wallpaper sources! Keep reading to the end of the post for tips on how to install wallpaper and how we REMOVE wallpaper.

We recently installed this Pine Wallpaper. My sister said it kind of feels like cabin wallpaper, which I think is why I like it! We live right next to the mountains, and have a lot of wood accents and rock, it works. And I wanted something with some green to pull in more of the cabinet color and a wallpaper that would look good with the rest of the kitchen and family room. All things to consider when picking a wallpaper!

Favorite Places to Find Wallpaper-

Rifle Paper

Sandberg

Chasing Paper

Anthropologie

Lulu and Georgia

House of Hackney

Hygge & West

Tempaper & Co.

We had this checked wallpaper above shiplap but it didn’t work with some changes in our family room. So we took it down. New wallpaper is actually not hard to remove! Hopefully this helps you to not be afraid to hang wallpaper.
We used this wallpaper & paste gel remover to remove the wallpaper (it was traditional pasted to the wall wallpaper). It worked SO well!!! We just followed the instructions on the bottle. There were some uneven spots of sheetrock that came off with the wallpaper, but since we were going to wallpaper again it was totally fine.
I often get asked “why are you changing it?” or “when will your home be done??” My personal opinion is that our homes aren’t meant to be checked off DONE on a to-do list. I read in a magazine article that “Homes evolve just as the people who live there. The function, trends, and the life that’s lived are constantly changing”. I fully agree. Our homes are the perfect place to be creative and be in a state of play. This takes the pressure off getting it perfect the first try.
Paint on door to match kitchen cabinets in Farrow & Ball Bone //
Paint on cabinets and walls Bancha Farrow & Ball // Vintage Runner // Rug Grip //
Pineapple Door Knocker // Vintage Cuckoo Clock // Art with Gold Frame

Wallpaper Sources in our Home-

Cloud Wallpaper // Bold Wide Stripe Wallpaper // Pine Wallpaper //
Floral Green Stripe Wallpaper // Cloud with Birds Wallpaper //
Square Grasscloth Wallpaper // Pink and Blue Floral Wallpaper //
Green Tree Wallpaper // Black and Floral Wallpaper //
Floral Stripe Wallpaper // Thin Blush Stripe Wallpaper //
Sparrow Wallpaper // Tone on Tone Wallpaper // Swimmer Wallpaper // Blue and White Stripe Wallpaper

Common wallpaper questions-

Q– Can wallpaper go on top of textured walls? A– It depends on the wallpaper, some wallpaper will tell you in the description. Try to order a sample to test it out first! I recommend using a pattern to disguise the texture.

Q– Does temporary wallpaper damage your walls? A– In all of my experience, no! But each wallpaper manufacture is different. So check with them.

Q- How do you measure for wallpaper? A- This online calculator is very helpful, you can find HERE. Most online calculators don’t factor in the pattern repeat (that one does). Be aware that sometimes when you order wallpaper it could only come in a double roll. So if you are doing a small section you might not want to do a wallpaper that only comes in a double roll. If you have a lot of weird angles and cut outs it might be worth it hire someone to hang the wallpaper, and a lot of times if they are going to hang it they will come measure the space for you.

Different Types of Wallpaper-

Non-Pasted (Requires Wallpaper Paste): This type of wallpaper does not come with adhesive so you’ll need to use paste to apply it to your wall. Upside– it is the most long-lasting application, easier to manipulate and is easiest to match up a pattern. Downside– takes longer to paste and install.
Small master bedroom makeover- floral removable wallpaper
Self-Adhesive (Peel and Stick Wallpaper): Self-adhesive wallpaper acts like a giant sticker. This application process is the fastest way to install wallpaper. Simply peel off the backing and apply it to the wall. If you are in a rental or like to redecorate often, it’s easy to remove. Upside– Fast to install and remove. Downside– Can be harder to match-up and manipulate. (This floral is peel and stick wallpaper).
Pre-Pasted (Requires Water): Pre-pasted wallpaper just requires dipping the paper in water or spraying the back with water. No paste required. Upside– can be quick and easy, to install. Downside– I have found it sometimes harder to stick to the wall, harder to work with, and not as durable as non-pasted.

Wallpaper Application Tools-

1- Wallpaper Paste– Zero VOC and compliant with rigorous green building and low emission standards.
2- Razor Blades– I had a professional wallpaper installer tell me he goes through a pack of razor blades whenever he wallpapers a room. I always grab a new one when I make a cut! There is a spot to discard razor blades in this with the new razor blades.
3- Smoother Tools & Craft Knife– I also use a rag to smooth wallpaper and wipe down any extra paste. But this set is a must!
4- Wooster Paint Brush– angled brush for applying wallpaper paste in tight spots
5-Extendable Roller– makes it really easy to apply wallpaper paste in hard to reach spots
6- Light Switch Cover– apply wallpaper to this light switch cover so it blends in
7- Plug Cover–same idea as the light switch cover
8- Reusable Paint Drop Cloth– you can get plastic drop cloths, or these are nice to have to roll wallpaper paste on wallpaper and not get it everywhere
9- Mini Rollers– this is my favorite size to roll on wallpaper paste, it fits the paper better!

Past Wallpaper Projects-

Pine Wallpaper // Painted Piano // Bird Art // Picture Light
This stripe wallpaper // Bathroom Blog Post // Stripe Wallpaper
Floral Stripe Wallpaper // Lola Room Blog Post
 New Painterly Stripe Wallpaper // Ella Room Blog Post
Floral Wallpaper // Girls Jack & Jill Bathroom
Botanic Stripe Wallpaper // Triplet Guest Room
Bold Wide Stripe Wallpaper // Sparrow Wallpaper // Entry
Alpine Garden Wallpaper // Home Office Blog Post
Swimmer Wallpaper // Laundry Room // Blue & White Stripe Wallpaper // Laundry Room
Floral Gray Wallpaper // Guest Room Blog Post
Cloud Formation Wallpaper // Bathroom Blog Post
Small wallpaper bathroom
Peonies Floral Black Wallpaper // Small Hall Bathroom Blog Post
Garden Party Wallpaper // Laundry Nook
Tree Wallpaper // Basement Blog Post
Crane Wallpaper // Closet Blog Post
Checkered Wallpaper // Closet Blog Post
Checkered Wallpaper // Shell Wallpaper // Teen Bedroom Makeover
 Juniper Evergreen Wallpaper // Family Room Makeover
Black Floral Wallpaper // Girls Bedroom Makeover
Lattice Wallpaper // Bedroom Makeover
Plaid Wallpaper // Sitting Room Makeover
Bunk Bed DIY- Bedding for bunk bed- twin bedding ideas-
Astronaut Wallpaper Discontinued- Similar Star Wallpaper // Bunkbed Blog Post
Palms Wallpaper // Guest Room Makeover
Wave Wallpaper or Another Source // Guest Bedroom Makeover
Wave Wallpaper // Girls Shared Bedroom
Removable Wallpaper Peel and stick Wallpaper Lemon Wallpaper affordable wallpaper
Lemon Wallpaper // Kitchen Remodel
Plaid Wallpaper // Nursery Makeover
Laundry Room Makeover
Scallop Wallpaper // Laundry Room Makeover
Feather Flock Wallpaper // Connecticut Home Sources
Bird Daydream Wallpaper // Dormer Family Room

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