Painting Over a Wallpaper Border
Wallpaper borders are a great way to add a decorative touch to any room. But when the time comes to change up your décor, it can be difficult to remove a wallpaper border without damaging the wall. Fortunately, painting over a wallpaper border is an easy and effective way to update the look of your space.
Things You Will Need
- Primer
- Paint
- Paintbrush
- Roller
- Painter's Tape
- Drop cloth
Instructions
- Remove any wall hangings that may be near the wallpaper border.
- Cover the floor and any furniture near the wall with a drop cloth.
- Use painter's tape to cover any trim or adjacent walls.
- Apply a coat of primer to the wallpaper border. Allow the primer to dry completely.
- Use a paintbrush to apply a thin coat of paint to the wallpaper border. Allow the paint to dry.
- Apply a second coat of paint, if desired. Allow the paint to dry.
- Remove the painter's tape and replace any wall hangings.
Painting over a wallpaper border is a great way to update the look of any room without the hassle of removing the wallpaper. With the right supplies and a bit of patience, you can easily transform the look of your space in no time.
