Setup, Compatibility & Care
Setup Instructions
- Prepare Your Walls: Ensure walls are clean, dry, smooth, and free from any loose paint or old wallpaper. Fill any holes or cracks and sand smooth. Apply a primer if necessary for optimal adhesion and uniform absorption.
- Gather Tools: You will need a tape measure, spirit level, plumb line, pencil, wallpaper paste, paste brush/roller, smoothing brush/smoother, utility knife, cutting guide, and a damp sponge.
- Measure and Cut: Measure your wall height, adding 5-10cm extra for trimming. Unroll the wallpaper and cut your first length. Important: Refer to the `64cm offset design match`. Cut subsequent lengths, aligning the pattern carefully before cutting.
- Apply Paste: Lay the first wallpaper length face down on a clean pasting table. Apply a generous, even layer of wallpaper paste to the back of the paper, covering all edges. Fold the pasted ends towards the center (booking) to allow the paste to soak in for 5-10 minutes (refer to paste instructions).
- Hang First Strip: Use a plumb line to draw a vertical line on your wall where the first strip will be placed. Carefully lift the pasted strip and align it with your plumb line at the top of the wall, leaving a small overlap at the ceiling.
- Smooth Out: Using a wallpaper smoother or brush, gently smooth the paper from the center outwards, removing any air bubbles. Trim excess at the ceiling and baseboards with a utility knife and cutting guide.
- Match and Hang Subsequent Strips: For the next strip, align the pattern carefully with the previous strip before pressing firmly onto the wall. Use a seam roller along the seams to ensure good adhesion. Continue this process around the room.
- Clean Up: Immediately wipe off any excess paste from the wallpaper surface or adjacent walls with a damp sponge.
Compatibility
This wallpaper is perfectly suited for bedrooms and living rooms, where its textured design and warm cream tones can create an inviting atmosphere. While its wipeable surface offers some practical benefits, it is not specifically designed for high-moisture environments like bathrooms or areas with direct water contact.
Care Instructions
- Cleaning: The Muriva Cove Wallpaper features a wipeable surface. For light dirt or marks, gently wipe with a clean, damp cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners or harsh scrubbing, as this can damage the metallic ink or texture. Pat dry with a soft, clean cloth.
- Maintenance: Regularly dust the wallpaper to prevent build-up. Address any lifted seams promptly by re-applying a small amount of wallpaper adhesive underneath and pressing firmly.