Brotes for wallpaper since ancient times are used to decorate the interior. They are able to not only embellish the room, but also visually “expand”, “lengthen” it. Only an important condition is the correct selection of borders by color and material. In this article we will talk about how to choose it correctly, as well as apply to the surface of the walls.
How is the choice of a border for wallpaper?
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As it turned out, the border is able to perform not only a decorative function, but also a practical. Depending on where it is located (in the center, above or below), it is able to visually “expand” or “lengthen” the space. Well, if it is glued in the center and distinguishes between light and dark wallpaper, then this is already a practical function. After all, as you know, dark canvases are specially made below so that the walls get down less. So, based on all of the above, you can distinguish 3 main parameters, according to which borders are chosen. This:
Color and drawing. For example, if there are light blue wallpaper in a flower, you can decorate them with a white or dark blue border. If the wallpaper is monophonic, then everything is much easier. A tape with an ornament is selected for them, or any other, suitable in style. Well, in general, borders are already attached to many sets of wallpaper, it is only important to choose their location. But about that, we will talk below.
Place of accommodation. As already mentioned, the curbs can be located at the top, in the center and below. In the first version, the tape is selected as a decorative kant. Makes the room a warmer and cozy. In the second case, the curb performs the function of the Demonial and Light Wallpaper Drummer. Can be medium and wide with all kinds of patterns. Well, in the third version, the curbs are glued from below, when it is important to emphasize the light tone of the coating applied throughout the wall (thereby “lighten up” the room). True, the same option “shortens” the walls, therefore suitable for rooms with high ceilings.
Border material. It is clear that the tape should be selected strictly for the coating. So, there are paper, acrylic, vinyl and other borders. It is useless to glue the tape from another material. It will not look beautiful and tasteless.
Prepare tools and glue for applying borders for wallpaper
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Before talking about how to glue the curbs, it is important to prepare the corresponding materials and tools. First of all, it is worth taking care of the klee, which is selected depending on the type of wallpaper. There are special compounds for paper, acrylic, textile paintings. In cases where several types of canvases are supposed to acquire universal glue (PVA). From the tools we need: scissors, brush, roller, rule. Often you also need a table (on which cutting will be carried out) and a ladder.
After the glue for wallpaper is bought, it is important to prepare it correctly. As a rule, the method of breeding the mixture is written on the package. The contents are poured into a volumetric container, the corresponding amount of water is added and gradually stirred. Next, leave the mixture for 20 minutes (“stand”). Then it is mixed again. The finished mass should have a uniform composition and do not contain lumps. If any, then this can affect the decorative characteristics of your coating. At the next stage, the curbs begin to cut. Only before that it is important to correctly calculate them. If it is supposed to be applied only to the walls, then they put the length and width of the room and multiply by two. In the event that you want to additionally process the zone near the window or the door with borders, then it is worth adding these given to the general calculation.
Learning to properly glue the curbs for wallpaper
Before applying the curb, it is important to prepare the base. Just as when gluing wallpaper, the surface is aligned and cleaned. It should not have cracks, voids, spots and other defects. Next, determine the location of the curb and make markings. They can be applied both before gluing the wallpaper, and after it. With the help of a pencil and level, the lines are marked (at the top, in the center or below). Then they start applying glue to curbs. Cut the tape of the desired size and cover. Then fold it with an accordion from the wrong side (glue should be inside).
We take the resulting accordion and bring it to the surface of the walls. Gently straighten the first fold and glue it to the base. With one hand we continue to straighten the fold and apply it along the length of the wall to the corner. With the second hand, smoothing the newly glued tape. Moreover, it is desirable to smooth it in the direction from the center to the edges. The second border is applied in the same way from the corner, but the drawing with the previous one is previously combined. You need to apply it “overlap”. So, gradually make with all the ribbons.
Note! It is better to carry out work in a room with closed windows so that there are no drafts and drying occurs as quickly as possible.