What kind of glue is a good choice for small repairs on wallpaper where the seams have lifted?
Thank you for any assistance.
Hi @Jazz284,
Thank you for your question and welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is fantastic to have you with us.
I'd suggest using Selleys 150g Kwik Grip Spray Contact Adhesive. Apply a coat to both the back of the wallpaper and the wall beneath and leave them apart until touch dry which should take around 5-10 minutes. Once dry, you will need to apply pressure while the glue sets. This can be done by placing a piece of timber, on the seam and leaning something heavy, such as a dining chair against it. The longer pressure is applied the better, overnight is ideal.
Let me know what you think and if you've got further questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Jacob
Oh my, don't use a contact adhesive. Can you imagine trying to strip the wall for repapering in the future! Simply mix a little wallpaper paste and use that making sure you keep it pressed down frequently while it dries. Alternatively you could actually use the correct glue for the job which Bunnings should be able to order in if they don't stock it....
https://www.amazon.com.au/Solvite-Wallpaper-Adhesive-Extra-Strong-Easy-Spread/dp/B0032NJ0V2?th=1
See this video for instructions on how to apply it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EyMTOTpGMPk
I just thought I'd add that Poly 250g Wallpaper Paste is ideal for sticking back loose edges. When the adhesive behind wallpaper dries out, the wallpaper will sometimes lift and curl away from the wall. If the wallpaper is thick or heavily curled, wet it with a sponge as this makes it more flexible and easier to work with. Remember to wipe away any excess adhesive squeezed out when the wallpaper is pressed back into place.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Mitchell
For anyone coming here for advice on wallpaper glue, do not not not use spray on contact adhesive, a really bad idea! Even the PVA based glues are also likely to cause repair/removal later on very difficult. It is one of those trades where the traditional starch based glues really is best. Firstly, those that come after you in 20 years time will thank you because they can easily clean the old glue off in preparation for whatever comes next. Secondly, the great advantage of the starch based glues is that the water in it can saturate that back of your wallpaper, causing it to expand a little. Once the wallpaper has been hung and begins to dry, the paper begins to contract a little, leaving a drum tight paper without bubbles or bumps. I've hung entire rolls in one piece on ceilings with starch based glues, and whilst wet can seem baggy and loose, but come back in the morning it will be perfect.
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