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Wallcovering Types--Paper, Vinyl, Etc.  13-01

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Materials other than paper are used to cover walls--vinyl, cloth, foil, etc. Roll sizes vary according to the material.



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Unusual   13-02

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Different materials make possible manufacturing a covering that has advantages over paper. Here are the most popular.



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Tools And Equipment You Will Need  13-03

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Readily available, low cost tools are required to hang all types of wallcovering. Here is what you will need.



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What You Should Know About Patterns  13-04

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Wallcovering with a pattern requires some know-how for hanging. This information will help you produce a perfect job.



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Choosing And Using The Correct Adhesive   13-05

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When you buy your wallcovering make sure you also get the correct adhesive. Then follow these hanging techniques.



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Figuring How Many Rolls You Will Need  13-06

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Here are some tips on how to figure how many rolls the job will require. Always order slightly more than your figure.



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Pros Remove Old Covering  13-07

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Like painting, very careful preparation is a must to produce a professional looking job. Here are the secretes.



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Preparing Painted Or Unpainted Walls  13-08

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If you have an old home or a brand new home here are some tips on preparing the walls before you hang the first roll.



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Need A Lining Paper or A New Wall  13-09

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The condition of your wall and the type of wallcovering selected play an major role in how the wall should be prepared.



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How To Hanging The First Strip   13-10

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How carefully you hang the first strip will determine the outcome of the completed job. Here are some tested tips.



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How To Hang The Second Strip   13-11

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If your first strip is absolutely perpendicular, the second strip will be easy to hang. Carefully match the pattern and butt the joint.



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Hanging Around Windows And Doors   13-12

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When you move along a wall and come to a window or door, here are some tips many pros use to hang the strips.



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Hanging Behind Sinks And Radiators  13-13

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Sinks and radiators present special problems when papering a room.. Here are some tried and true methods that work.



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Hanging A Ceiling   13-14

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If you plan to cover the ceiling, it should be done before the walls are hung. You will need a helper and a scaffold.



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Technique Of Pasting The Wall  13-15

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A few types of wallcovering require that paste be applied to the wall rather than to the covering. Here are some tips.



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Hanging Tips For   13-16

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Most wallcovering these days have paste applied during the manufacturing process that must be activated on the job.



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