Can i wallpaper over wallpaper??
Hi, im wanting to know if its possible to just wallpaper over existing wallpaper on a wall??? Thanks
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Style Decor
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Yes you can wallpaper over existing wallpaper providing the old wallpaper is completely adhered to the wall.
Personally I would not paper over existing wallpaper for many reasons, a few of which are-:
The joints between each piece will be visible.
Depending on where the wallpapering is being done i.e living room, then it'll have to be dirt/dust/nicotine free, that kind of thing.
In a nutshell and to achieve pleasing job, I'd strip the walls and then hang lining paper horizontally prior to hanging the wallpaper vertically.
That is the correct way. However I have known people to bypass the lining paper and just hang the wallpaper.
Personally I would not paper over existing wallpaper for many reasons, a few of which are-:
The joints between each piece will be visible.
Depending on where the wallpapering is being done i.e living room, then it'll have to be dirt/dust/nicotine free, that kind of thing.
In a nutshell and to achieve pleasing job, I'd strip the walls and then hang lining paper horizontally prior to hanging the wallpaper vertically.
That is the correct way. However I have known people to bypass the lining paper and just hang the wallpaper.
9th Aug 2019
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27th Jul 2019
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Brown Decorators
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Through my vast years of experience my answer to this is definitely not.
Only paper you should be papering over is lining paper.
If it is a previous lining paper you should also ensure that it is solidly adhered to the wall with no bursts or broken edges on it.
Preferably in most cases I would start from scratch and crossline the wall in most cases as this makes for a far superior quality finish to the final article unless your manufacturers instructions tells you not to Crossline the walls.
Only paper you should be papering over is lining paper.
If it is a previous lining paper you should also ensure that it is solidly adhered to the wall with no bursts or broken edges on it.
Preferably in most cases I would start from scratch and crossline the wall in most cases as this makes for a far superior quality finish to the final article unless your manufacturers instructions tells you not to Crossline the walls.
24th Apr 2020
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Mick the handyman Ltd
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Hi yes you can as long as the existing pattern is not too embossed ie sticking out .
22nd Jul 2019
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handyman
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Hi, the answer is no, new wallpaper will never stick together and also old wallpaper will get wet and may be start dropping some where.
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7th Aug 2019
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KW DRAINAGE LTD
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No not in a million years would I ever do or recommend that
27th Aug 2019
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Painting
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No. You need to remove the old wallpaper after then you can put the new one. It's about your quality.
24th Jul 2019
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Mr fix it all ltd
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No what will happen is wall paper underneath will become wet air pockets will form and bleed through new wallpaper best strip old off
22nd Jul 2019
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K2 Property Redevelopment
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Sure, as long as the existing paper is secure and not peeling away.
30th Jul 2019
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Building Maintenance Services
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Stripping old wallpaper is a time-consuming task you may be able to avoid. If the existing wallpaper is firmly adhered to the walls and has a smooth texture, free from any embossing, raised embellishments or flocking, you can add a fresh layer of wallpaper over .But for a quality job and for no problems in the future is better stripping and clean the walls for the new wallpaper
19th Aug 2019
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AdjAbuilder Ltd
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You can but it's a dirty way of Decorating.
Soak old wall paper with sugar soap water
Then scrape off
Soak old wall paper with sugar soap water
Then scrape off
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Millard Building Services
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It is always best to remove old wallpaper before applying new wallpaper to the walls as it would last longer.
29th Jul 2019
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K.R painter and maintenance services
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Hi, you can do it but wouldn't recommend it because if the old paper falls of so will your new paper...
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AAA BUILDERS
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I would say no don't wallpaper over old one you more likely to have bubbles won't be able to give a good finishing
15th Sep 2019
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A P PLASTERS
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Hi you can not wallpaper over wallpaper you need to remove the old wall paper off and makesure the wall is smooth before you put the new wallpaper on
8th Aug 2019
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One touch
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Yes you can but it won't bring out the best finish
30th Aug 2019
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Richmond Group
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I wouldn't recommend it as the old paper can flash through. I've if there is flowers etc. Then when you do want to strip it it's double the work lol
15th Aug 2019
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Hi if the old wallpaper is in good condition and is flat yes you can my dad has done it thew times in my jobs
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Diy dunn
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You can but better to remove old first
26th Sep 2019
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OPY&RS Ltd
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Yess it is possible. I recommend to do it only if you have a non-quoted wallpaper as existing cause then it's much easier that the new paper will stick better.
Yess it is possible. I recommend to do it only if you have a non-quoted wallpaper as existing cause then it's much easier that the new paper will stick better.
10th Aug 2019
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Wouldn't recommend as any imperfections will show up on your new paper ,ie bubbles and joints
1st Oct 2019
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J.Parker sole treder
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Not really as it would bubble when emulsion is applied
4th Sep 2019
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Not a good idea, for many reasons. The adhesive won't work as it is supposed to, if the under layer of wallpaper comes off for some reason, the new one will do too. With the adhesive you will soak the original wallpaper whick can cause wrinkles on a new layer on top. Best to remove.
20th Nov 2019
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SRN Painting & Decorating Services
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We would never prepare a wall or advise a customer to paper over old wallpaper as we are able to provide the customer with a much better quality look feel and finish completing the job better by preparing the wall for up to date New wallpaper hung correctly with the right materials and tools.
5th Nov 2019
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Generalbuilding
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Hi yes its possible as long the old paper it's still sticking properly to the wall
23rd Sep 2019
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Anthony mcdonough decorating
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No you can not
Finish will be awfull
Strip it of first
The line walls.then top paper
Excellent finish
Finish will be awfull
Strip it of first
The line walls.then top paper
Excellent finish
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Build Adrian Ltd
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No. It's possible but it's not indicate. You will ruin the wallpaper and it's gonna look worse.
18th Nov 2019
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G&C building and landscaping
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You can only wallpaper over if there is one layer on the wall n u no there's only one layer any more and u have to strip and start fresh
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Bernard decorating
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Hi. I wouldn't recommend it as it may not stick properly to the surface.
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Scarth's Decorating LTD
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It's not advised, as it could causing bubbling of the previous paper, due to the new paste,
6th Oct 2019
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Flash Painters
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Yes you can but its not going to be on for long time and the quality also going to be poor
2nd Nov 2019
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Tj painting and decorating solutions
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yes its possible if the existing wallpaper is firmly adhered to the wall and has a smooth texture other wise rough textured wallpaper will reflect and make the new wallpaper finish uneven and not good looking.
14th Nov 2019
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Precision specialist finishes
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I would recommend not to , I would strip back to the wall and if the walls are damaged or not very smooth I would fill and sand we’re needed then add the new wallpaper
14th Jan 2020
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MC ALL aspects of painting and decorating
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If the existing wall paper is firm on the wall free of dust n bubbles ect YES you paper over it.
6th Nov 2019
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Prestige Plasterer Design Build Restore
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No you can't it could leave markings or bubbles that could appear from previous wall paper.
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Thebuildershub
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Yes you can if it is a smooth surface, but if it is patter wallpaper I would recommend taking them off
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