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Home Decorator's Dictionary

Home Decorators' Dictionary A - B - C - D - E - F - G - H - I - J - K - L - M - N - O - P - Q - R - S - T - U - V - W - X - Y - Z A Abstract : A pattern or design not based on natural forms. Acrylic : A family of plastic resins which can be used in making synthetic fibers, for surface coating or as pigment binder. Advancing Colors : Warm...

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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How Much Wallpaper Do You Need?

How Much Wallpaper Do You Need?How Much Wallpaper Do You Need? There's nothing more frustrating for a do-it-yourself paperhanger than to run out of wallpaper just a few feet short of finishing a project. Proper measuring and calculating at the outset of a project can eliminate that frustration. Here are some tips for estimating rollage: Step 1: Measure Accurately....

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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How to Shop for Wallcoverings

How to Shop for WallcoveringsHow to Shop for Wallcoverings A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Room Together with Wallpaper The rug came from grandma's house after she retired. The sofa was a hand-me-down from your in-laws. You're stuck with your spouse's collection of whimsical frogs playing musical instruments. Can this room be saved? It's wallpaper to...

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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Measuring Before Estimating Wallcovering Needs

Measuring Before Estimating Wallcovering NeedsMeasuring Before Estimating Wallcovering Needs The most important step in estimating wallcovering is accurate measurements. Use a yardstick or steel tape measure, never a cloth tape measure. Take measurements in feet rounding off to the next highest half foot or foot. Draw a room diagram showing doors, windows and ceiling height. If a wall.

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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Minor Wallpaper Repairs are Easy

Minor Wallpaper Repairs are EasyMinor Wallpaper Repairs are Easy To re-paste wallpaper. Lift loose wallpaper carefully. It may be necessary to wet with water. Spread thin wallpaper paste underneath. Smooth down with a clean, damp cloth. Note: For newer plastic-coated papers, ask your wallpaper store for the correct paste. To remove a blister in wallpaper. Cut across...

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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Most Important Questions You'll Ever Ask About Hiring a Professional Paperhanger

Most Important Questions You'll Ever Ask About Hiring a Professional PaperhangerThe Most Important Questions You'll Ever Ask About Hiring a Professional Paperhanger Are: Why should I hire a professional paperhanger? How do I find the right paperhanger for the job I'm planning? How do I know I'm hiring a quality paperhanger? How do I make sure I get what I pay for? Planning Before you do anything, take time to plan....

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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Packaging and Sizes of Wallcoverings

Packaging and Sizes of WallcoveringsPackaging and Sizes of Wallcoverings Wallcovering comes in many different lengths and widths and, although usually priced by the yard or single roll, it is packaged either as double or triple roll bolts. Double and triple roll bolts provide more usable wallcovering than single rolls. Commercial, or contract, wallcoverings, are manufactured...

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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Patch Wallpaper

Patch WallpaperPatch Wallpaper You don't have to live with unsightly damage to wallcovering, nor must you repaper an entire wall because of it. With most patterns and wallcovering materials it's easy to make a patch that, if not entirely invisible, only you might notice. Ideally, you'll have some leftover wallcovering saved for just this purpose. If not,..

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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Pattern and Run Numbers

Pattern and Run NumbersUnderstanding Wallpaper: Pattern and Run Numbers A pattern number and dye-lot or run number is printed on each roll. A pattern number identifies a particular design and color way of a pattern. The dye-lot number represents a particular group of rolls that are printed on the same print run. Different dye-lot numbers could signal...

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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Pattern Basics

Pattern BasicsBasic Decorating Guide: Pattern Basics Wallpaper adds visual interest by adding texture, pattern and accent colors to a room. Certain patterns automatically create moods, while other patterns create wonderful, subtle backdrops for carpets, furniture and accessories. While there are thousands of wallpapers to choose from, all wallpaper.

 

Sun Oct 13 2002
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