Decorating – how to hang wallpaper, how to strip it and more besides…
We’re the experts in everything wallpaper, from helping you choose exceptional designs to stripping back decades-old paper the right way. Our video guides walk you through the tools you’ll need, the correct techniques to use, and how to handle the tricky areas. With clear, professional instruction at every step, we make achieving a flawless finish straightforward and achievable.
We’re not only here to help you find the perfect wallpaper – we’re experts in every aspect of the process. From preparation to the final finish, our step-by-step guides show you exactly how to achieve a professional result from beginning to end.
How to hang wallpaper
In this video, we’ll guide you through the process of hanging wallpaper step by step, ensuring every stage is clear, accessible, and easy to follow. Whether you’re updating a single room or transforming your entire home, our straightforward approach will help you achieve a precise, professional-looking finish.
How to wallpaper the tricky bits
Let us take you through how to wallpaper the trickier parts of a room, from corners and radiators to windows, doors, and those awkward angles that can slow you down. With our clear, step-by-step guidance, you’ll see how straightforward each stage can be, helping you achieve a clean, professional finish throughout your space.
How to prime walls and hang lining paper
Before you even think about hanging your chosen wallpaper, proper preparation is essential – it’s the key to achieving a flawless, long-lasting finish. In this video, we’ll show you exactly how to prime your walls and apply lining paper with professional precision. With our expert guidance, you’ll create the perfect foundation for your wallpaper to look its absolute best.
Your wallpapering toolkit
Having the right tools is essential, it’s the difference between a difficult job and a smooth, professional finish. In this video, we’ll show you the ideal wallpapering toolkit and how using the right equipment makes application easier, faster, and far more precise. With the right kit, you’ll be fully equipped to achieve flawless results.
How to strip wallpaper
Before you can achieve a flawless new finish, you need to start with a clean, well-prepared surface, and that begins with removing old wallpaper properly. In this video, we’ll show you exactly how to strip wallpaper efficiently and safely, using the right tools and techniques to make the job straightforward.
How to cut wallpaper
In this video, we’ll guide you through how to cut wallpaper correctly, including understanding pattern repeat, aligning designs, and mastering perfect pattern matching. With our expert techniques, you’ll ensure every length lines up seamlessly for a flawless, high-quality result.
Wallpapering round switches and sockets
Our decorating experts tell you how to wallpaper round those tricky bits: switches, sockets and doors.
Hanging paste the wall wallpaper
Our decorating experts tell you how to hang paste the wall wallpaper
How to remove wallpaper
Our decorating experts tell you how to strip… wallpaper
PANTONE® colours of the year 2016
PANTONE® say dusky pink and lilac blue will soothe you through a frenetic 2016 PANTONE colours of the year 2016 Every year, the colour gurus in Pantone Towers unveil their colour of the coming year, setting the tone for colour trends in fashion and design. This time round they’re treating us to not one but … Read more
Summer breeze
How to make pinwheels with left over wallpaper Summer breeze Wimbledon withers in record temperatures, the radio is full of expert advice on how to sleep in the merciless night heat, and our dog has swapped his spot in the sun for the shade. Here comes another remarkably Summery British Summer. As usual, wallpaperdirect is … Read more
Adventures in decorating
Adventures in decorating – our top 5 tips for choosing the perfect wallpaper design As my friends and family will tell you I love the theatre! So when I saw the new Cole and Sons Whimsical Collection, selecting wallpaper for my next room transformation was easy. Cabaret was my design of choice so on Sunday … Read more
Wallpapering round switches and sockets
Our decorating experts tell you how to wallpaper round those tricky bits: switches, sockets and doors.
Hanging paste the wall wallpaper
Our decorating experts tell you how to hang paste the wall wallpaper
How to remove wallpaper
Our decorating experts tell you how to strip… wallpaper
PANTONE® colours of the year 2016
PANTONE® say dusky pink and lilac blue will soothe you through a frenetic 2016 PANTONE colours of the year 2016 Every year, the colour gurus in Pantone Towers unveil their colour of the coming year, setting the tone for colour trends in fashion and design. This time round they’re treating us to not one but … Read more
Summer breeze
How to make pinwheels with left over wallpaper Summer breeze Wimbledon withers in record temperatures, the radio is full of expert advice on how to sleep in the merciless night heat, and our dog has swapped his spot in the sun for the shade. Here comes another remarkably Summery British Summer. As usual, wallpaperdirect is … Read more
Adventures in decorating
Adventures in decorating – our top 5 tips for choosing the perfect wallpaper design As my friends and family will tell you I love the theatre! So when I saw the new Cole and Sons Whimsical Collection, selecting wallpaper for my next room transformation was easy. Cabaret was my design of choice so on Sunday … Read more