A few years ago, residents of a large country were forced to be content with the wallpaper that they were offered in hardware and hardware stores. But time passed, production technologies changed, modern ones replaced ordinary paper wallpapers. People have the opportunity to paint the wallpaper in a color that suits the design.
What can be dyed?
The production technology of modern wallpaper involves the use of high quality materials.
But first it should be noted that ordinary paper wallpapers should not be painted.
A special relief is not applied to simple wallpapers. Even if the paper wallpaper is painted, firstly, it will not look aesthetically pleasing from the outside, and secondly, the paper will swell and fall off after a short time.
There are three types of wallpaper for painting:
- vinyl;
- cullet;
- non-woven.
Vinyl wallpapers are made from both paper and non-woven. They can be dyed up to ten times. They are used in any premises, for kitchens and children's rooms it is best to choose washable ones with a pattern.
Glass fiber is made from natural materials - dolomite, lime and quartz sand. Another ingredient in the composition is soda. All these components are applied to the paper base. There are two types of fiberglass: single-layer and double-layer. They withstand more than ten stains. Wear-resistant, so they can decorate the room for several years. Wash with a regular brush and water. Most often they are pasted over government and office premises.
Non-woven wallpaper is highly durable. They are based on interlining - a material that is made from compressed fibers. Foamed vinyl is applied on top, resulting in various patterns. Coloring on a non-woven base lasts more than one year.
It should be noted that on the market you can also find liquid wallpaper for painting. Liquid wallpaper is a relative novelty among building materials. It is more correct to attribute them to decorative plaster. On sale are found in the form of dry mixes and diluted concentrates. Liquid wallpaper in dry form must be diluted in water before application. They consist of safe substances - PVA glue, a coloring pigment and a base - cellulose flakes. Depending on the colors, silk, dust and glitter can be added to the composition.
Among the advantages of liquid wallpaper is the fact that they hide wall irregularities, cracks and chips. Mold does not form under them, they are not inhabited by microorganisms. They do not crack or peel off like wallpaper rolls. They do not have butt joints, create good thermal insulation. Defective places are replaced in a few minutes, no need to re-glue the entire room.
Pros and cons
As noted earlier, liquid wallpaper does not peel off after painting. The thing is that a diluted solution is applied to the wall, while the drawing can be made by hand. A layer of liquid wallpaper contributes to noise reduction, which means that extraneous noise will not enter the room from the side of the entrance or street. The ease of applying liquid wallpaper allows any adult to make repairs, this does not require special skills and knowledge.
Liquid wallpaper has its drawbacks - they can fade under the influence of sunlight, cotton absorbs odors, so you should not decorate the walls with this building material in the kitchen.
The advantages of vinyl, non-woven and glass wallpapers were partially described in the previous section, and of the minuses, one can only note their high cost. Unfortunately, even cosmetic repairs cost a pretty penny.
When is the best time to paint?
After wallpapering, plasterers are advised to wait about two days, during which time the wallpaper glue will dry completely, and the wallpaper will hold tightly. If you apply paint on the same day after wallpapering, then there is a high probability of traces and stains.
It is worth being careful when buying non-woven wallpaper, some of them are not intended for painting.
How to choose paint?
To good wallpaper you have to pick up high-quality paints. It is not worth saving, as dubious products can adversely affect health. If the family has allergies or small children, it is desirable that at the time of the repair they were not in the room.
To date, the most commonly used paints:
- alkyd;
- acrylic;
- water-dispersion.
Alkyd paints are bought for utility rooms - basements, pantries. These paints can harm human and animal health. The oils and resins that make up their composition can disable even an adult healthy man. But they have a number of advantages. They have a high saturation, are indifferent to humidity, and do not deteriorate under the influence of ultraviolet radiation.
The antifungal components included in their composition do not allow the development of mold on the wallpaper.
Their service life is only five years, they are highly flammable, so it is undesirable to apply them near an open flame. The cost of acrylic paints is very low.
There are no harmful substances in the composition of water-dispersion paints, therefore they are also suitable for city apartments. A huge selection of colors will allow you to choose a color for any interior.
Latex paint on a water-dispersion acrylic basis is mainly used to paint non-woven embossed wallpapers and glass wallpapers. It dries in a few hours, has no specific odors. It is recommended for painting bedrooms, kitchens and living rooms, but it will not work in the bathroom.
Water-based latex paint will last more than one year. Its elasticity is achieved through specially designed substances. In the store, it is found in a universal white color, other colors are obtained by diluting it immediately before application.
Acrylic paints are suitable for city apartments, country houses and office space. They buy such paints even for kindergartens. They do not contain harmful chemicals, but the price, respectively, for acrylic paints is high.
Acrylic water-based paint is designed for non-woven wallpaper. It stands out from the competition with its rich colors that do not fade over the years of operation. It can be applied to both paper wallpapers and glass wallpapers.
Acrylic paints are odorless, do not cover the wallpaper with a film, so they “breathe”. And they dry in just one day.
Water-based paint does not contain harmful chemical components, therefore it is used in residential premises for commercial and domestic purposes. Wallpaper after painting is moisture resistant, they can be washed, they do not emit odor. Water-based paint can be used to paint kitchens, bathrooms and swimming pools due to its silicone base.
As for liquid wallpaper, their mixtures have certain dyes in advance. Some experts recommend painting the wall before applying liquid wallpaper. For this, oil paint is used. Spots in this case do not appear, the saturation of shades increases, and the surface is leveled. To make the textured wall stand out against the main background, there is a design solution: before applying liquid wallpaper, paint the walls in bright, exotic colors.
Remember that in cases where the walls in the room are already painted, for example, magnetic paint was used, before the next step - wallpapering, you need to “highlight” this place. Otherwise, unpleasant stains will appear under the wallpaper. In order for the magnetization effect to be preserved, the paint needs to be applied about five times, and the wallpaper should not be very thick. The next layer of paint is applied only after the previous one has dried. Therefore, liquid wallpaper is best suited for magnetic paint.
Now let's talk a little about the features of colors. If the paint has no gloss, it is matte. It is best applied in larger areas. Semi-matte looks great in bedrooms, and glossy paint in rooms where sunlight will allow you to beat the interior.
Semi-gloss paint cleans well, it is more appropriate to apply it to kitchen walls, however, like satin paint, it is also moisture resistant.
Using a water-based varnish, you can increase the mechanical strength of the wallpaper, their water resistance. But it is worth considering the disadvantages of this event. Glitter will "reveal" all the irregularities, the process itself is laborious, you need to be patient. Varnish contributes to a change in the main shade, but at the same time such wallpapers are well washed.
Consumption
Paint consumption will primarily depend on the types of wallpaper, and secondly, on the types of paint itself. Paper wallpapers, unlike glass wallpapers, absorb more moisture, which means that much more paint will be required. On average, a liter of acrylic paint is enough for 5 square meters. m. But, if you apply paint in several layers, this will lead to an increase in consumption.
Before going to the construction market, it is necessary to take measurements. Balcony blocks and doorways do not need to be considered. If furniture is installed in the room, for example, a wall or wardrobe, which is not planned to be rearranged, then the wall behind this furniture can not be painted - this will significantly save money.
Tools and materials
To apply paint on wallpaper, it is best to use a roller, this will save time on work and reduce paint consumption. There are several types of rollers; fur and foam rubber are suitable for painting directly. Velor and polyacrylic rollers are used for other tasks.
Masking tape will be required to apply various stripes and patterns, thanks to it there will be no spades, and the pattern will be even. By the way, you need to remove it very carefully so as not to tear it off along with the paint.
For painting small parts, the roller is not suitable, so it is best to use a brush. Brushes, like rollers, must be carefully wrung out before application so that uneven layers are not obtained.
The paint will be diluted in an unnecessary container - in an old plastic bucket or a large mayonnaise container. Indeed, after the completion of all work, this container will need to be thrown away, unfortunately, it is almost impossible to wash it.
A plastic bath is a specially designed device for painting walls. A small amount of paint is poured into the niche, and the top of the bath allows you to squeeze out the excess.
In some cases, varnish and color may be needed. Varnish has already been written about earlier, and with the help of color you can create different colors. Kohler is most suitable for non-woven wallpaper. By adding a color scheme with the desired color to the white paint, you can modify the interior beyond recognition.
Using a stencil, you can apply special drawings, patterns and inscriptions to the wallpaper. "Pictures" are obtained at a highly artistic level, even for a person who does not have a professional education in this area.
It is more expedient to use an airbrush for painting large rooms, this saves both consumption and time spent on work.
With this tool it is easier to make the surface homogeneous.
Technology
First of all, it is desirable to prime the walls, and only then glue the wallpaper. The primed walls will allow the wallpaper to last for a long time, and in addition the primer will even out the walls. Primer acrylic or based on PVA glue is most suitable for residential premises.
When all the tools are prepared, and the wallpaper has already been pasted, the next stage of repair is ahead - painting them.
Preparing wallpaper for painting includes the following steps:
- Removing dust from the surface. For this, a vacuum cleaner or a dry cotton rag, napkin is best suited.
- Removing adhesive residue. Especially glue can appear at the joints.
It is advisable to lay cellophane or plastic wrap on the floor. If you use old newspapers, they can absorb excess paint, and the laminate or linoleum will be stained.
All furniture, household appliances and electronics must be removed from the room. Batteries, ventilation grilles and window sills must be protected from paint. Covered with masking tape and skirting boards.
Proper painting of old and “freshly glued” wallpaper on the wall with a roller with your own hands begins with the choice of a tool. It should be remembered that when using a roller with a long pile, the best painting effect is achieved. Such a roller reaches even the most inaccessible places of the decorative layer.
Foam rollers can remove excess paint from the "tops" of the layer. They are not suitable for painting directly, they will leave bubbles behind. For the same purpose, you can use a velor roller.
It is more expedient to make a test before the main painting. For this, less noticeable sections of the wall are selected. You can thus practice the application technique, strength and uniformity.
Water-dispersion paint is diluted with a small amount of water, while it becomes thinner. This paint is easiest to apply to wallpaper, and consumption is reduced.
First, all the corners, the joints between the walls and the ceiling or floor are passed with a brush, and then the remaining part is painted over with a roller without rest. It is not necessary to squeeze the roller strongly, the movements should be light and fast. The first layer must be completed before the paint is completely dry, otherwise the transitions and joints will be visible to the eye.
Two coats of paint should be applied to textured wallpaper. The second layer must be undiluted. The texture helps to hide the unevenness of the walls and poor-quality painting, so it should not be violated. No friction, just a light application of paint on the wallpaper.
If you work together, then you need to start from the corners. Use a brush at the locations of sockets and switches. Remember that if you apply paint on an already painted part, then a double layer is formed, and in the future these are spots.
The roller needs to be updated periodically: either get an unused one, or remove excess pile from the old one. For this, soapy water is used, the result is fixed in clean water.
The roller is evenly wetted during chaotic movements along the grid of the plastic tray, excess paint remains in the tray, and not on the wall. You need to roll out until the roller is completely impregnated. If this is not done, unpainted parts will form on the wall. This procedure must be repeated constantly with a new addition of paint, after a while the process will be adjusted and there will be no problems with this.
Painters came up with a special technique for applying paint - W-shaped. A letter is drawn, and then it is painted over and so you need to continue from one corner to another. The main thing is to apply without streaks. But for simplicity, it is enough to apply paint with a roller from the ceiling to the floor.
If the humidity in the room is increased, the drying process of the paint can be slowed down. Thanks to this, painting can be done in a longer time.
In many cases, tinting is required. By adding the desired tube of color to the white paint, we achieve various color schemes. Do not neglect the instructions. If you overdo it, you can completely spoil the shade or complicate the process of repetition.
By the way, the desired shades can be ordered in specialized stores. Thus, a can of new paint will always match the previous one, since the dilution of paint with color is carried out according to special factory technologies, and not “by eye”.
Non-woven wallpaper with a complex texture can be painted from the inside, allowing the rolls to soak with paint. The drawing itself will not be painted and will remain in its original color. In the future, it can be painted with a brush in any color. Conversely, you can directly paint the relief pattern with an ordinary kitchen sponge. This effect is achieved with light pressure.
Painting wallpaper pasted on the ceiling is carried out using a stepladder and a roller with a large handle. By the way, you can use a spray gun for ceiling work. Ceiling cullet wallpaper is the easiest to paint. All work begins from the corners, and then the remaining surface is painted with a roller. It is better to apply paint in two layers, in the first case - parallel to the window, in the second - across.
Although liquid wallpaper can be "refreshed" using a can of paint, but after that the wall will become smooth. Its texture will be lost. It will no longer be possible to partially remove the material from the wall, only final dismantling is possible.
We paint in two colors
Not many decide to paint a bedroom or living room in combination. Some are accustomed to universal colors, others are afraid to spoil the interior with their own hands. And besides, no one will return the money for the mistakes made.
But at the same time, many design solutions provide for a combination of different colors in the room. This can be achieved either by pasting different wallpapers, or by painting them in different color shades.
Remember that special combination methods have been developed today.
You can combine:
- similar colors;
- making gradient transitions;
- experimenting with different palettes.
To hide the transitions, special design solutions were invented. One of them is molding. Moldings are made from safe polymers, they are easily attached not only to the ceiling, but also to the walls. It is more expedient to use wooden or gypsum molding in rooms where wood furniture predominates most of all - these can be bedrooms or offices. Polyurethane moldings are moisture resistant and should be installed in kitchens or bathrooms. All moldings are attached to the walls with a special adhesive.
Curbs, planks and slats are popular in the design environment - they can be made from both natural and artificial materials. The choice is determined only by the design of the premises and the financial situation of the customer.
But most often, masking tape is used for ordinary apartments. It is easy to glue and easy to dismantle after painting work. Masking tape costs little money, is very durable, it can be used with a wide range of temperatures from heat to burning frost.
Let us dwell in more detail on the combined methods of painting wallpaper:
- The most invoking method is called "accent wall". With this method, not half of the wall is painted in one color, but the other in another. Here we are talking about painting three walls in one color, and the fourth in a different one. Or this method is used for ornamental selection of protrusions - fireplaces, chimneys and stoves.
- Horizontal division most often found in city apartments, especially in cases where the lower part of the wall is stucco. The division can be either in the center or with a significant advantage. It is customary to decorate the transition with molding.
If the molding is not designed, then the transition should be done with masking tape, but it should be removed within an hour after painting.
- In children's rooms or in rooms intended for children, often made inserts from geometric shapes. First, the entire wall is painted with the selected color and the figures are marked with masking tape. The second layer, which will differ in color, is applied after the first has completely dried.
- Popular a few decades ago gradient coloring method walls. To date, the fashion for the gradient has returned. You can paint each wall in your own color or make a transition from a dark color to a light one. In the second case, the wall is first painted in one color, and then part of it is shaded.
- Stripes, diamonds and polka dots least used, masking tape or a stencil can be used to apply them.
How much can be repainted?
Unfortunately, it often happens that after gluing wallpaper in a room, they need to be repainted in a different color. Let's say you didn't like the color or the interior changed. Or maybe, after a certain time, the previous color just starts to bother. A reasonable question arises whether it is possible to repaint the wallpaper and how many times they can be repainted.
First, I would like to note that repainting is a popular trend today.
Gone are the days when cosmetic repairs meant obligatory wallpapering. Furniture had to be taken out, old wallpaper torn off, new ones glued on. It took a lot of time and effort.
Today, you can only repaint a certain section of the wall in the color you like, and that's it - the repair is completed.
Manufacturers have taken care of their customers and produce textured wallpapers, the protrusion of which is sufficient to carry out painting work at least five times. Until the drawing is flush with the paint. Usually the quantity is indicated on the package, there are instances intended for re-staining more than ten times.
But saving in this case will not work.
Remember that the most ordinary paper wallpapers swell and roll off already on the second painting.
It is also important with what glue they were attached to the wall. If cheap glue was used, then after the wallpaper "gain weight", they will slide off the wall under their own weight.
It should be borne in mind that matte paints clog the pattern, unlike glossy ones, which, on the contrary, emphasize it. It is advisable to use water-based paint, it does not create crusts.
When repainting, you can experiment with colors, so, for example, a combination of dark blue colors with white paint - you get a pastel color. And when mixing yellow and blue paint, a green tint comes out. If you mix yellow and red, it's orange.
Bright or color combinations are obtained by mixing green and red colors with white paint. You can experiment with children, the main thing is not to forget what was mixed with what in order to repeat this color in the future.
Interior design options
Any city apartment begins with a corridor. Even if the guests come very rarely, but the postman, the person who checks the meter readings, or the social worker at least once a month rings the doorbell. Therefore, comfort should be created in the hallway, and wallpaper plays a very important role in this.
From a design point of view in the corridor it is best to use light-colored paint, while the room will not look like a closet. Wall lamps and a glossy floor complete the composition.
The second most important, and therefore no less important, is in the apartment living room. This is where guests and family spend most of their time. Rest, have tea and spend the night. Therefore, a combination of warm, soothing colors is necessary in this room. If the living room is dominated by white color - furniture, household appliances and electronics, then it is more advisable to paint the wallpaper in light shades.
In studio apartments experts advise maintaining a single design of the kitchen and living room. This combination visually expands the room.
- Concerning cuisine, then in this room it is best to stick washable wallpaper. Even after heavy contamination with droplets of grease or smoke, it is very easy to return them to their original form. And the paint should be used one that does not absorb excess odors.
- Bedroom- This is a secluded room, in which people are mostly only at night. If a married couple likes to sleep until dinner, it is best to give preference to dark shades. And if - get up before dawn - bright. A well-known fact: dark colors without gloss absorb light.
- original children's room stands out from the background of the whole apartment. It is not a shame to show such a room to both relatives and strangers. Children in such a room will always find something to do during the daytime, and fall asleep peacefully in the evening. Decorative painting in the apartment brings a certain charm. With its help, you can emphasize the design features and hide defects and uneven walls.
- In the old days about wallpapering In bathroom, one could not even dream of. The wallpaper itself didn't hold up in this damp room, let alone paint it. They turned yellow, fell off after a short time, but, worst of all, a fungus could form under them. And it's very hard to get it out.
In today's age of high technology, manufacturers sell high-quality wallpapers and special paints for rooms with high humidity. You can paint the bathroom blue out of habit, or you can go for an experiment and paint it in a combined way.
- In a country house, especially on the upper floors, you can glue wallpaper, including on the ceiling. Such a transition visually raises the height of the room, hides uneven joints and beats unsightly corners.
- In office or municipal institutions Using wallpaper for painting, you can significantly save on subsequent repairs.
The times when you had to re-paste wallpaper every two years have sunk into oblivion. Today, it is enough to glue wallpaper for painting once, and you can change their color as many times as you like. At least five, at least ten. The main thing is to remember that for this you need to buy high-quality building materials.
For information on how to properly paint the wallpaper, see the following video.
If you decide to stick wallpaper, then you may have heard that they can be painted. There are several options for applying paint to wallpaper, which are determined by the choice of the paint itself. Of course, before you start painting, you should find out what wallpaper you can paint on and what paint to choose for a particular type of wallpaper. For this reason, let's look at what paint to paint the wallpaper with.
Types of wallpaper and paint
The market offers three types of wallpaper that can be painted:
- glass wallpaper,
- paper,
- non-woven.
The choice of paint directly depends on the type of wallpaper you bought. For example, if you decide to purchase glass wallpaper, then two types of paint would be the best option: alkyd-based and water-based. Painted wallpaper will have a high-quality and durable film. Accordingly, this paint is resistant to liquid and moisture. Moreover, this paint can be washed with any detergent in case of contamination of the wallpaper.
The film formed from the paint has one big drawback - it is not able to pass moisture / air through itself. Also, after applying several layers of paint, there is a risk that the structure of the wallpaper may be slightly smoothed out. Alkyd paint is not recommended for residential use!
If the walls are painted in a private house, then water-dispersion paint would be ideal. It is environmentally friendly and safe for humans. Latex-based acrylic paint is also very popular. Its drying takes place within five minutes, however, only after three days it will acquire all its best properties.
If you purchased non-woven wallpaper, then you must use only water-dispersion paint for them. However, there is one drawback here as well. Such paint is made only in white form. For this reason, in order to achieve the desired color, you will need to tint it. It is very important to correctly calculate the paint consumption here, because if you don’t have enough for one room, you won’t be able to make the paint exactly the same color, although you can use the services of hardware stores that have special tinting machines. The choice of color is selected using a computer, which makes it easy to match the color. This paint should be applied to the wall with a spray gun or roller. There is another option for painting the walls under the wallpaper. Initially, a layer of paint is applied to the wall, and then non-woven wallpaper is glued - preference is given to thinner ones. Accordingly, the paint will shine through them with a matte tint, and give a very original effect.
Important requirements for the choice of paint
The choice of paint should be done very carefully. After all, in addition to decorative, it also performs a protective function. As mentioned above, they are selected based on the type of wallpaper selected. So, when choosing a paint, one should take into account some of its features, namely resistance to:
- environmental impact,
- action of light
- mechanical influences,
- detergents.
It is also important how long it takes for the paint to dry completely, as well as its environmental friendliness.
The paint can be made on the basis of latex, alkyd or white spirit. Separately, it must be said about alkyd and latex paints.
latex paints. Paints based on this are very popular, as they dry quickly enough, and most importantly, they are environmentally friendly. It does not emit any harmful odors when applied to wallpaper, is quite stable and adheres well to wall surfaces. The resulting film perfectly protects the surface of the walls from the appearance of harmful fungi and mold.
Alkyd paints. This paint is less popular. Unlike latex paint, it dries longer. However, such paints have their advantages. For example, when applying paint on the surface of the wallpaper, there are no brush or roller marks left. Also, alkyd paint is much more expensive than latex. True, it has a pungent toxic odor, for this reason it is less popular.
An important factor in the choice of paint is the presence of gloss. Accordingly, the paint is divided into several categories:
- semi-matt
- matte
- glossy.
As a rule, glossy paint is used less often in order to paint walls. In most cases, it is used to highlight certain items. As for matte paint, it is completely devoid of shine. This type of paint will perfectly hide all the imperfections that may appear on the wall through the wallpaper. This paint is most often painted wallpaper in the hallway and in the kitchen.
If we talk about the most popular types of paints, then here are some of them:
- Tikkurila is one of the best, but at the same time expensive paints that can be used for wallpaper.
- Dulux Trade Supermatt this type of paint has an ideal combination of price and quality. The end result is guaranteed to satisfy you.
- Dulux - Diamond Matt is considered by most to have the best performance.
- Beckers, unlike its counterparts, has high reliability and is quite durable.
So, we have discussed with you how you can paint the wallpaper. When choosing a paint, pay attention to its main technical characteristics, because this way you can complete your repair on a positive note!
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When completing repairs, where wallpaper for painting is correctly pasted on a well-prepared surface, it is important to bring the walls and ceiling to perfection. The overall impression of the design of a residential or office space will depend on the correspondence of the type of wallpaper to the type of paint and the method of its application. But it is important not only to know what kind of paint the wallpaper is painted for painting, but also to complete this stage in compliance with all the subtleties of the technology.
What is the difference between the base for painting and conventional roll materials?
The modern market offers a huge selection of finishing materials for exterior and interior decoration. The color and pattern of the rolls has not been decisive for a long time, since it can be varied by adding any pigment to the coloring base. Wallpaper for painting is the easiest way to transform the interior, thanks to repeated repainting of the same surface.
Many are interested in how many times to paint wallpaper for painting? It is difficult to give an answer without seeing the glued surface. Glass fiber is the most durable - without loss of texture, they are repainted up to 20 times. This is especially true for large drawings and convex relief. Paper wallpapers for painting more than 4-5 stains are not used, they are generally not intended for multiple color changes. But the main difference between wallpaper for painting is that they are designed specifically for repeated painting of the surface.
Sometimes they try to paint thick vinyl wallpaper glued to the surface with the addition of PVA glue. However, this is a risky undertaking, even if it turns out well. Such experiments are possible only when you urgently need to paint over some defects or children's drawings on the wallpaper. If it does not work out well, you will have to remove the wallpaper and do a full repair. But there is no such risk if you immediately abandon the usual wallpaper in favor of rolled materials for painting. Although their cost is higher than ordinary paper wallpaper, it is not necessary to change the base during the next repair.
Wallpapers for painting have a more noble appearance, but, given their durability, you should immediately decide for yourself which texture you like best:
- smooth;
- with a small pattern;
- with a large pattern;
- with an effective structure.
Tip: If you do not know which wallpaper to choose for painting, how to glue and paint, do not refuse them. Paper rolls will soon lose their relevance, because they will be replaced by more practical ones - for repeated dyeing.
The base has different technical characteristics, it is classified depending on the base material and the volumetric surface for wall painting:
- fiberglass;
- interlining;
- vinyl;
- thick impregnated paper;
- linkrusta (volumetric relief is applied with a special mixture based on wood flour, chalk and wax).
The roll base for painting will last at least 15 - 20 years, especially with careful care. It is advisable to make the first tone as light as possible, since the wallpaper, even after applying the coloring composition, is a little translucent. The wallpaper itself is light - colorless, white or translucent, but there is a color base. The shade of paint is better to choose a tone darker than the base.
It is not recommended to wash ordinary wallpaper. If you are interested in whether it is possible to paint wallpaper not for painting, then experts advise doing it carefully, only rolls with a protective coating. The advantage of the base for painting is that it can be washed and repainted, which is especially important in the children's room and on surfaces that often get dirty. Not any paint is suitable for this, but only a special base for painting wallpaper. Interlining cannot be painted with heavy paint or based on aggressive solvents - it will spoil the three-dimensional pattern.
Attention: Wallpaper for painting can also be made multi-colored, for this, vinyl rolls are impregnated from the inside with one color, and after pasting, the three-dimensional pattern is painted over with a sponge. But with this method it is better not to experiment on the walls without prior experience.
How to calculate paint consumption for wallpaper?
In order to deal with wallpaper painting without fear that there may not be enough paint, the correct consumption is important, which is calculated based on:
- the total area of the painted surface;
- paint consumption per 1 sq.m.;
- the ability of the substrate to absorb paint.
The painting area is the sum of all the perimeters of the walls plus the ceiling, if it is supposed to be painted as well. The perimeter is the length multiplied by the width, the resulting value is the area of the painted surfaces. But from these indicators, the dimensions of window and door openings are subtracted, before painting the wallpaper for painting, they add a little margin for an unforeseen case - overspending, the paint is strongly absorbed, etc.
Paint consumption per 1 sq.m. indicated in the manufacturer's instructions or on the packaging. The same type of paint will differ from manufacturer in consistency (density), respectively, will be absorbed and consumed differently. Standard consumption does not exceed 180 g/sq.m in 1 layer and up to 250 g/sq.m. in 2 layers. At the same time, each material absorbs paint in its own way - paper and interlining absorb it much more than fiberglass or vinyl.
Look at the units of measurement, as they also indicate 1 kg / sq.m. and 1 ml/sq.m. The standard density of wallpaper paint weighs about 1.5 kg, that is, one and a half rads heavier than 1 liter of water. If the wallpaper has already been pasted, but the paint has not yet been purchased, it is not necessary to hurry with this - you can not paint the wallpaper for painting for a while, nothing will happen to them. But painting is also an additional surface protection against contamination.
How to choose the right paint and prepare for painting?
When choosing and buying wallpaper paints, various factors are taken into account, including the base material and the functionality of the room.
Each type of base involves its own type of paint:
- for paper rolls - water-based;
- for painting interlining - water-dispersion;
- for fiberglass - acrylic or latex;
- linkrusta - liquid oil, acrylic and wax paste.
1. For washable surfaces (bathroom and kitchen), acrylic and latex paints are preferable. They form a film, “breathe” worse, but are not afraid of exposure to steam and gentle cleaning.
2. In open areas and in sunlight, latex paints are used that do not fade under direct rays.
3. Each paint has its own light reflectance:
- matte;
- glossy;
- satin;
- semi-matt.
4. Moderate gloss satin paint is a great choice for kitchen, bathroom or washroom and is the most durable.
5. Matte paint hides the defects of the ceiling and walls well, copes well with excess lighting.
6. Glossy paint shines and enhances lighting when it is lacking. Sometimes, with a sponge dipped in this paint, the relief is painted over on a matte background - for a jacquard effect.
7. The easiest paint to apply is water-based, the most durable and versatile in use is acrylic. But you can not use any type of paint on wet wallpaper, they must dry for 2-3 days.
8. Before painting the wallpaper for painting, it is worth trying the color intensity on the control sample, if the shade is too pale, a pigment (color) is added. The concentration of pigment in each package must be the same, except for the special coloring "gradient".
9. First of all, the ceiling is painted, then the open walls, then the secondary ones, behind the furniture. All pieces of furniture must be taken out, the floor must be covered with newspapers, other open surfaces must be covered with film and masking tape.
10. A can of paint dries quickly, so it is not recommended to open it to see in advance. Immediately before application, the packaging is opened, diluted, poured into a special cuvette and painted with a paint roller.
11. Water-based paint has a white color, but the pigment is of any shade, but when diluted it looks lighter than after drying on the wall.
How to choose a roller and other tools for painting?
A paint roller is the most convenient tool for painting, since even a beginner can dip into a cuvette with finished paint and roll it on the surface of the walls with a roller. But there are different types of tool, for example:
- with a long pile;
- velor roller;
- with short hair.
- foam roller;
- fur roller.
Each of them gives its own effect when stained. A nozzle with a short pile is easy to roll only a relief pattern, and a long one will deeply color the entire texture. The foam surface gives uncolored bubbles if you lightly touch the walls without relief. Replaceable nozzles on the roller rinse well and check that the pile that can remain on the surface does not climb.
Paint brushes are used in hard-to-reach places where it is impossible to get perfect painting with a roller - corners, crevices, gaps, places behind pipes and radiators.
Paint is poured into a special cuvette so that the roller is wetted evenly and without excess. But it is better to stir the paint in a separate container, such as a plastic bucket, and then add it to a cuvette. Be sure to follow the proportion in the ratio of water and dye, for example, 10% by volume. Diluted paint is better absorbed by the roller and applied more evenly.
Tip: If you have difficulty choosing a tool, you don’t know which roller to paint wallpaper for painting, check with a consultant in a building materials store.
Features of painting non-woven wallpaper
Non-woven roll painting (wallpaper) is an excellent basis for painted ceilings and walls, so it does not cause difficulties with how to paint non-woven wallpaper for painting. The smooth underside is glued to the walls, and the top embossed is painted. This base imitates more expensive surfaces, looks great on the wall and without staining.
If you plan to clean painted wallpaper, experts recommend using only paint with a protective composition based on latex. Wallpaper is best painted over in 2 layers with a roller with a fur nozzle, and for difficult places use a brush. It is not recommended to drive the roller for a long time in one place and soak the wallpaper to excess.
Features of painting paper wallpaper
Thick two-layer paper wallpaper with special impregnation is the cheapest base for painting, looks good on the ceiling. Due to the fact that paper is afraid of water, the question arises - how to paint wallpaper for painting? Any specialized paint is suitable, but it should not be impregnated to excess either - one uniform standing is enough.
The second layer is possible if the first is applied with streaks or bald spots. It is extremely undesirable to leave glue on paper wallpaper, which could show through between the seams of the panels - this reduces the quality of the work.
Features of painting glass
Glass fiber is the most durable layer for painting, as it consists of fiberglass based on quartz sand. Popular textures - "herringbone", "track", "cobweb", etc. Suitable for repeated repainting, the most resistant base that hides all defects. The paint is not absorbed, but it droops deeply between the fibers of the wallpaper. Glass fiber is the same glass wool that is unpleasant for the skin, so it is imperative to work in protective clothing.
Fiberglass suggest priming before painting, but be sure to read the instructions. Acrylic or latex paint is a great choice for this base. Usually applied in 2 layers, but the second is possible only after the first has dried.
Features of painting vinyl wallpaper
Vinyl wallpapers on a paper or non-woven backing give a rich multi-layered texture. The choice of paint - strictly in accordance with the instructions.
Before painting, a primer and acrylic paint for wallpaper are supposed to be applied, which is applied with a long-haired roller and a paint brush. After a slight drying, a second layer is immediately applied, including a decorative one - for a relief surface. Use the minimum amount of paint.
See how to paint wallpaper for painting - video at the end of the article.
Most often, when painting wallpaper, the following questions arise:
- How to paint wallpaper for painting?
This factor depends on the type of wallpaper. So for paper wallpapers, water-dispersion paint is suitable, for non-woven and vinyl wallpapers - water emulsion, for glass wallpapers - acrylic paint and latex paint compositions.
- How to paint the wallpaper with water-based paint?
This is not an easy process. First, protect furniture and objects with a protective film to avoid contamination. In order not to damage the skin, you need to use gloves, goggles and closed clothing. Uneven walls must be leveled with a primer or putty (in this case, the paint will need to be applied in three layers). Mix the paint carefully. It is necessary to start painting from the window, from the light source. It is easier to paint from the corners with a brush, then with a roller. Stripes applied by roller should be vertical and stripes applied by brush should overlap each other (applied vertically and horizontally). The solution is washed off the walls with clean water.
- Can wallpaper be applied to a painted wall?
If we are talking about wallpapering a painted wall, then, first of all, we need to talk about the risk. The consequence may be peeling off the wallpaper, the appearance of bubbles and bumps. But you can try. For the best effect, it is recommended to prime the walls. You can stick any wallpaper on the painted surface, except for vinyl. You can also try sanding the painted surface to make the wallpaper stick better.
- Can wallpaper be painted?
You can paint vinyl and non-woven wallpaper. It is not advisable to paint paper wallpapers.
- How to paint wallpaper on the ceiling?
If glass wallpapers are glued to the ceiling, then any paint will do, and only water-dispersion paint is suitable for non-woven wallpaper. It is also not recommended to paint the ceiling of residential premises with oil paint. Before painting the ceiling, it is necessary to de-energize the electrical wiring in order to avoid short circuits and accidents. Ensure that there are no drafts, lay floors and protect furniture. You need to use goggles, a hat and working tools: a roller, brushes, a ladder, a paint tray. The corners are painted with a brush, and the rest of the surface with a roller.
- How to paint wallpaper for painting a second time?
Wallpaper for painting can be repainted more than 5 times (up to 15, depending on the manufacturer and type of wallpaper). You can repaint in any color, regardless of the previous one. When repainting a darker color into a light one, you must first paint it with pure white paint, and then apply the desired color.
Painting features
All types of wallpaper for painting require compliance with certain rules and knowledge of secrets for the best results. At the same time, the composition of the surface is first taken into account, since it is better to paint glass wallpapers with latex, and non-woven bases are better with water-based paint. You always need to make a test: first on a separate piece of canvas, then on a section of the canvas that will be covered with furniture.
It should be noted that the paint is diluted only to create the first primer layer (add 10% of water from the total volume). However, this is not done for cullet, since it is better to paint cullet with two dense layers. At the same time, an interval of at least 12 hours is maintained. That is why they can be applied to the maximum number of layers compared to other materials.
In total, any type of wallpaper for painting can withstand 5-10 new layers. Then they may start to loosen from the wall, and in order not to wait for this, they should be removed if the surface needs to be painted again. Then the wallpaper is purchased again, and pasted on the walls according to standard rules. You can paint them only after complete drying, which lasts about 12 hours.
Final coating
After the base coat has dried, it's time for the realization of creative impulses. Patterns or drawings can be applied to the walls and ceiling. In addition, the surface can be coated with a colorless varnish. This is especially true in the nursery and bathroom, as well as in the kitchen. This coating is less prone to contamination. At the same time, it can be washed with a regular damp sponge.
The algorithm of work is the same as when painting with paint. The choice between glossy and matte varnish depends only on personal preferences. However, it is worth considering that even a matte varnish will add a slight sheen to the surface.
- Before starting work, remove all oversized objects from the room. Cover large furniture with cling film or old sheets.
- The floor should also be covered with film or newspapers.
- Cover with masking tape the areas of the walls that do not need to be painted (skirting boards, sockets, switches).
- Wet the roller with paint liberally and evenly. However, it should not drip.
- The ideal wallpaper color for painting is white or light shades.
- Use a spray gun for absolutely even painting.
- Non-woven wallpaper can be painted on both sides. The use of snow-white putty will emphasize the depth of color.
- Matte paint will help hide wall flaws and traces of old wallpaper.
- It is strictly forbidden to paint a surface that is not completely dry after wallpapering.
- The use of a brush and roller in the work wears out the base, reducing the number of possible repaints up to 6-8 times. To achieve 10-fold repainting without loss of quality, you need to use an airbrush.
- Do not leave wallpaper uncoated. The paint provides them with resistance to damage and durability.
Two sides of the coin
Although this method of updating the interior has earned a lot of compliments, any medal has two sides. Before making a decision, it is worth weighing all the pros and cons.
Arguments "for":
- They allow you to bring any idea to life. If a suitable color is not on sale, you can use the tinting service and create the desired one manually.
- The painted surface is easy to clean from dirt with a wet cleaning.
- Defects that have appeared (stains, children's drawings) can be easily eliminated with a brush. You do not have to re-paste a piece of wallpaper, or even a whole wall.
- Painting wallpaper is easier than re-pasting. Non-woven wallpaper can be repainted up to 10 times.
- It is easier to work with arches, corners and other non-standard shapes.
Arguments against:
- For a quality result, you need to prepare the walls.
- The ideal effect will be obtained only with the right choice of paint and tools.
- Most paints absorb dust.
- Paints protect from small mechanical damages. But a serious blow will cause visible damage to them.
Original ideas for coloring wallpaper
Using wallpaper for painting gives you unlimited space for experimentation. You can use one of the following techniques:
- By applying horizontal or vertical stripes to the walls with paint, you can visually adjust the parameters of the room. To do this, draw the stripes with a regular pencil and ruler, and then paste over them with masking tape. Don't be afraid to step on him in the process! The borders of the stripes will still be smooth if they are allowed to dry completely.
- Before sticking the wallpaper, you can paint the surface of the walls in a bright color. Then you get a noble muted matte shade.
- Paint evenly embossed wallpaper, and then wipe the dry surface with a soft cloth. She will remove the paint from the protruding parts, thus emphasizing the pattern.
- New ideas for painting wallpaper can be emphasized from photos of finished interiors.
Now quite popular way to finish the walls in houses and apartments - wallpaper painting. The advantages of this method of wall decoration can be called:
- exclusivity;
- the ability to hide small surface defects;
- simple ways of painting;
- profitability, since you can repaint the wallpaper many times;
- moisture resistance;
- high wear resistance.
Painted wallpapers do not fade from exposure to sunlight, like conventional counterparts. They are resistant to physical damage. The painted relief surface looks especially refined.
Pasting and painting wallpaper with your own hands is not very difficult. Almost everyone can learn this finishing technology. But first you need to decide what wallpaper, and what paint to use for this.
Now building materials stores offer a huge range of wallpapers of different types, there are special non-woven wallpapers for painting, they are most often purchased for the upcoming repairs. It is necessary to choose rolls that are monophonic, and preferably white, so that there is no color distortion when painting them. After you wallpaper the walls, they need to be allowed to dry for a couple of days. It is better to paint non-woven wallpaper with a hard brush, it will allow you to better paint their relief surface. Before starting work, you need to cover all surfaces in the room with polyethylene, then you do not have to spend a lot of time removing paint from them.
How to paint: the choice of "wallpaper" paint
Now you need to decide what paint the wallpaper is painted with. The wear resistance of the finish, its appearance and the durability of the repair depend on what colorful materials you will use.
Coloring of wall-paper is carried out only by coloring substances on a water basis. You can use acrylic paints for work, which do not contain solvents or other harmful components, as well as water-based paints.
When using a water emulsion, you can choose any shade of tinting as you wish. But before you start painting finished walls, you need to practice doing it on a small area, and only after making sure that you are good at it, and the color and properties of the paint meet your requirements, you can get to work.
Many experts recommend the use of latex dispersion paint. It is a safe, environmentally friendly material. But when using it, it must be remembered that after depressurization of the package, its contents dry out after a few hours, it must be immediately diluted with water and applied to the surface. A wall covered with this paint will dry no earlier than three days.
Before use, latex paint is diluted with water. A liter of diluted paint is required per six meters of area. In most cases, wallpaper is not required to be primed for painting, as long as it is clean and dry.
How to paint: technology
In the production of non-woven wallpaper, cellulose processed using special technologies is used. The canvas itself consists of two layers. They are glued to the wall surface with an inner layer consisting of fleselin. The outer layer of this finishing material is made of foamed polyvinyl. Non-woven wallpaper is produced in two types: not requiring painting and for painting.
Wallpaper with a homogeneous structure is usually painted only from the front surface using a brush, roller or spray gun. However, lovers of experiments can paint non-woven fabric in a more original way. With this method, the paint is applied from the wrong side of the canvas just before gluing. Due to its hygroscopicity, the non-woven layer will be saturated with color through and through and the paint will come through from the front side. In addition, the base material of the roll itself is well dyed, it is impossible to erase the paint from it, and the water-based dye is easily erased from the polymer layer.
Idea: If the wallpaper is not monochromatic and you want to achieve an original contrasting pattern on it, you can paint only the inner layer, then in places on the wallpaper where there is no top polymer layer, you will see a colored non-woven backing.
Advice: non-woven wallpaper will look more aesthetic if you first apply one layer of paint, and add another layer of a different shade on top of it.
How to paint wallpaper for everyone to decide on their own, all methods are not particularly difficult, and anyone who does not even have professional skills in this matter can master them.
Types of wallpaper for painting and their features
For painting, you can use not only non-woven wallpaper, but also paper and fiberglass. Rolls of different types intended for coloring have their advantages and disadvantages.
- Textured paper wallpapers are impregnated with water-repellent compounds that allow them to be painted several times. This is an environmentally friendly and affordable material that is easy to glue and looks spectacular on the ceiling and on the walls. The disadvantage of paper wallpaper for painting can be called sensitivity to mechanical damage. Also, they cannot be washed.
- Non-woven - easy to glue, well hide the uneven surface of the walls, they can be repainted several times, besides, they can be cleaned with a damp cloth. However, their cost is relatively low.
- Fiberglass - high strength and durability. They are made from quartz filaments. With such material, it is possible to imitate different textures.
Painted wallpapers absorb sound well, create coziness in the room, and protect walls from damage. The relief of the surface of the wallpaper for painting can be chaotic or monotonous with the correct tone pattern. Chaotic pattern gives the wall a deliberately casual look. With a monotonous pattern, the surface of the wall looks strict and formal. But you can always choose the golden mean. There are monotonous drawings that do not look boring. You can also choose wallpaper with a chaotic pattern, which will not be perceived defiantly.
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Discussion:
Vadim said:
I bought non-woven wallpaper for painting, glued it. A pattern like burlap. Bought wallpaper paint. Painted. And got stuck! It is painted without problems, the paint is good, opaque, but ... No matter how you paint with a roller, the paint lays unevenly - somewhere thicker, somewhere thinner. When you look directly at the wall, everything is wonderful. And when along the wall, then everything is bad - somewhere the paint shines, but somewhere it doesn’t. And the wall seems spotty. This is all because of the relief of the wallpaper. I've posted three already! layer, and to the ideal as to the moon. I spent a lot of money on paint with tinting and a lot of time on painting. So it's not all that simple. Before you get involved in this case, first think carefully and see how it turned out for others.
Rimma said:
We already had experience in gluing non-woven wallpaper, but they did not need to be painted. When we decided to make repairs in the bedroom, we also chose non-woven ones: take everything off simply. But we decided to paint. They painted it, no problem, but no one told us that we had to choose a special paint. Now I have traces of the greasy hands of a child on the walls. possibly mine too. And don't wash anything. The oil has soaked into the wallpaper specifically. The husband of a friend, a builder, said that it was necessary to take some kind of special. paint, which is more expensive, but it is washable and stain resistant. who would have said...
Tamara said:
We bought an apartment with wallpaper already pasted. In the hallway, I did not like their color - dirty blue, there was no time to re-paste, they decided to paint it. What kind of wallpaper - I don’t know, but in my opinion, non-woven, and obviously not paintable) They painted with a roller, water-based emulsion + color, at first the wallpaper swelled from the paint and they went into bubbles, but then it dried up and the hallway changed! The dirty blue color turned into beige, now I like everything. I only had to apply 2 layers of paint, if one layer - the old color will not be painted over.
No matter how cozy the house is, from time to time you want changes, a fresh atmosphere in your nest, updates in design. If cardinal changes are not included in your plans, then changing the color of the wallpaper can be a great solution. You can simply give them a different shade, and the room will immediately change, rejuvenate. However, not all wallpapers can be dyed, just as not all dyes are suitable for this. And what kind of wallpaper for painting can be painted with special paint, we will consider in this article.
Wallpaper for painting
Modern paintable wallpapers provide an excellent opportunity to change the color of the walls at any time. At the same time, the costs of this procedure will be minimal, and the effect of the transformation of the premises will be maximum. This is very important to consider when choosing wallpaper for the kitchen. It must be a thoughtful decision. As for the advantages of such wallpaper for painting, it largely depends on their variety.
Advantages
The general benefits are:
- Such wallpapers have a long service life, they can be repainted 8 or more times.
- You can buy wallpaper with a white base, as well as already in color; They can also be dyed in any shade.
- Wallpapers for painting are presented in different types, a large assortment, that is, the choice is quite wide.
- They are convenient and quick to glue; rolls can be up to 106 cm wide.
- The joints of the edges of the wallpaper are almost invisible.
- They are much stronger than ordinary wallpaper; they are difficult to scratch with furniture or anything else.
- It is not difficult to remove such wallpaper from the wall: it is enough to peel off one edge, pull it, and then the wallpaper is simply removed (with the exception of glass wallpaper).
- Painted wallpapers do not fade under direct sunlight.
Types for walls and ceilings
The entire group of wallpapers intended for painting is distinguished by deep relief and the absence of a color pattern. That is why they are called textured. Between themselves, they differ in the material on the basis of which they are made. Today there are four types of wallpaper for painting.
Paper
Usually these are two-layer embossed ones, the first layer of which is treated with a special moisture-resistant compound. Some manufacturers add another third layer between the base and the coating, in which sawdust and shavings are placed. In this case, a relief is created on the surface.
Paper wallpapers are impregnated with a water-repellent composition; they are quite thick and dense. They are easy to glue on a flat surface.
Paper wallpaper can decorate both walls and ceilings. In some cases, they use . This creates the visual effect of a seamless surface.
non-woven
This type is considered the most successful among all wallpaper for painting. Such from a non-woven base and vinyl spraying, modeling the relief. Unlike paper, such wallpapers must be painted, since both layers are quite fragile. However, after painting, they become quite strong and durable. You can change their color up to 15 times.
When sticking non-woven wallpaper, glue is applied exclusively to the wall surface. This greatly simplifies the work process. In addition, they do not shrink, swell or deform.
A big plus of non-woven wallpaper is their ability to hide wall imperfections: small bumps, cracks, even those that formed after the sticker. In addition, they "breathe", that is, they allow air to pass through and do not contain substances dangerous to the body. How is it carried out? There are certain subtleties in gluing technology that should not be neglected.
Vinyl
The basis for the vinyl coating can serve not only interlining, but also paper. Vinyl wallpaper as well as pastel colors. The latter option is more attractive, because after applying the paint, the color becomes saturated and bright. The texture of the wallpaper is usually embossed (herringbone, wave, matting, pimples).
The choice of manufacturers of wallpaper, paints, adhesives is also very wide. Foreign wallpaper manufacturers:
- ERFURT, MOHR, MARBURG, ERISMANN, AS CREATION, ERISMANN, (Germany).
- "MITEX", "TASSO GLASS" (Sweden).
- "FINTEX", "ASSATEX" (Finland).
- MERMET (France).
- "ARTE" (Belgium).
Among the paints, such brands as Dufa, Tikkurilla, Garmonia, Beckers-3, EURO12 are most in demand.
The sizes of rolls of textured wallpaper for painting sometimes differ from the standard ones (10.05 x 0.53 m) upwards. You can find wallpapers with dimensions of 17 x 0.53; 25 x 1.06; 33.5 x 0.53 and even 125 x 0.75 m. The maximum length allows you to use material more rationally and almost get rid of scraps. Double width helps to reduce the number of joints.
How to glue yourself
There is nothing difficult in self-painting and gluing. In order to glue and paint, you will need the following tools and materials:
- paint and coloring element;
- fur roller and brushes;
- plastic bath;
- gloves;
- container for dilution of paint;
- masking tape;
- acrylic varnish (if necessary).
How to color:
- Wall preparation. Wallpaper on the walls should dry well. Do not rush to paint, it is better to withstand the time specified in the instructions. Usually it is 2-4 days after wallpapering. If bubbles form in some areas, they must be cut and re-glued with PVA glue. Painting should be started after the areas are completely dry.
- Dilution of paint. It is important to observe the proportions indicated in the instructions. Important! The diluted composition should not be too liquid.
- Applying paint. To do this, use a roller made of porous material, for example, foam rubber. During operation, smudges may form. They need to be carefully assembled with the end of the roller, then paint over the area again. The same goes for bubbles sometimes formed during staining.
Do not work with open windows. This promotes the formation of air bubbles.
In places of contact with the floor, use a paint brush. Cover the plinth with masking tape first. If desired, the painted surface can be coated with acrylic varnish. Such a coating will provide protection from pollution, so for the kitchen, hallway and nursery this is an ideal solution. If you can’t find the right shade of paint in any way, tint the white base with any of the tint dyes.
How to paint wallpaper: video
