Approaching the finish of repair work and pasting well-prepared surfaces of walls or ceilings with appropriate material, it remains only to paint the wallpaper with water-based paint, giving the interior perfection.
The overall impression of the design of the room depends on a considerable number of factors: the type of coating, the type of decor and how it is applied. In this matter, it is important not only to understand what paint is suitable for wallpaper of one kind or another, but also to understand the subtleties of the application technology.
Assortment for painting
On the shelves of building materials stores a huge assortment of wallpapers: traditional, liquid, special non-woven under the cover. It is the latter of this number that are bought most often, because they provide an opportunity to modify the design of pasted paintings by means of a new painting without carrying out global repairs.
Please note that in order to avoid color distortion, choose plain rolls when painting. But it is best to give preference to white canvases.
How to choose the right one?
Painting wallpaper with water-based paint is a serious task, for which it is worth preparing carefully. Before starting work, it is worth determining what kind of paint is suitable for the selected type of canvas. Let's consider in more detail.
The use of certain materials for coloring wallpapers directly proportionally affects the quality. It, in turn, determines the durability of coatings, their wear resistance and appearance.
For coloring wallpapers it is recommended to use only those dyes that are water-based. For work, not only a water emulsion, but also an acrylic dispersion paint, which is environmentally friendly and suitable for the treatment of dry living spaces with normal and slightly elevated humidity levels, is suitable.
Aqueous emulsion paint for wallpaper for painting can be diluted with any color shade.
Features of latex coating
In addition to water-based emulsion or acrylic paints, many experts recommend the use of latex dispersion paint. This is a material characterized by safety and environmental friendliness. However, when using it, do not forget that the depressurization of the package leads to very quick drying of the contents. Therefore, it is worth coloring the wallpaper immediately after printing the container. Previously, the composition is diluted with water.
Until the wallpaper soaked with paint dries completely, it will take up to 72 hours. Consumption - one liter of diluted composition per six square meters of area.
The use of this type of paint for coating walls does not require preliminary impregnation with a primer. The main thing is to clean the surface and apply it to dry wallpaper.
When to start painting
After gluing the surfaces (walls or ceiling), let them dry, leaving for a couple of days. Only after this, start painting the wallpaper with water-based paint. This is a prerequisite, otherwise the canvas may fall off.
For non-woven coatings, it is better to take a hard brush in order to achieve better processing of relief surfaces. Before starting work, experts recommend covering the floor with plastic wrap. So you will avoid unnecessary work in the form of cleaning it from dried paint.
How to prepare for the upcoming repair
Before you start directly painting the wallpaper or ceiling with water-based paint, we recommend that you practice on a small area. Only after you make sure that everything works out for you (the color is monophonic, and the paint itself lies evenly), start work.
How to paint liquid wallpaper?
Masters quite often hear a similar question. It is connected with the fact that people worry how safe it is to paint liquid wallpapers, and whether it can be done at all. Will such actions entail irreparable consequences associated with damage to coverage? A single repairman cannot unequivocally answer this question, and even experts doubt it.
In fact, the work associated with painting liquid wallpaper with water-based paint is not difficult. It all depends on the quality of the coating and the right choice of decorating composition.
There is no separate type of product referred to as liquid wallpaper paint. But this does not mean that they are not subject to such coverage. Most masters consider this type of work unjustified, because liquid wallpaper was originally characterized by a beautiful structure that does not require additions or decoration. Why spoil what is already created for decor?
Some features of liquid wallpaper as a surface for painting
Note that the qualities described below should be taken into account when painting wallpapers with water-based paint:
- This is a material with an interesting structure, and this fact is certainly worth considering. If the layer is thick, the texture may be hidden behind it; original colors and interspersed with sparkles, silk screen printing, adding even more exclusivity to the structure, will no longer be visible after processing.
- Liquid wallpaper is a material that can be easily removed from the walls by simply diluting it with water. And here it is worth considering how practical it will be to paint such walls or ceilings, if a partial update of the interior is required.
Please note that you can use a spray gun to paint ceiling wallpaper with water-based paint or liquid wallpaper on the walls. This will make it possible to update the interior, modify the shade of the coating and at the same time not give in to cardinal changes in the structure of the wallpaper. This process is not difficult. Even a person with no experience in this field will cope with a similar treatment of surfaces finished with liquid wallpaper.
Before deciding on painting the wallpaper, weigh the pros and cons of such actions. Only then make a decision.
The advantages of staining wallpaper
Among the main positive factors, those who had to deal with such work, distinguish the following:
- The ability to hide dirt and stains that have appeared on the surface of the wallpaper over many years of use. This is the easiest and budget option to modify the interior.
- A chance to give the coating a fresh, updated look if it fades under the influence of sunlight.
- Numerous treatments if necessary.
- DIY painting with water-based paint makes it possible to choose any shade to create a harmonious balanced interior design to your liking.
- The work is simple.
Technological features of painting modern wall and ceiling coverings
Having dealt with the intricacies of staining liquid and non-woven wallpaper, we turn to the description of the technology itself. This process looks as follows:
- In the first stages, prepare the surface.
- Further work with the paint: add the desired shade of the color (it is recommended to take 1-2 tones darker than the wallpaper itself), stirring to a uniform color and consistency. Choose a water-based emulsion or acrylic paint for painting liquid or non-woven wallpapers.
- Use a roller for application, and if the work requires urgency, then you can resort to automation of the process, armed with a spray gun.
- Allow the surface to dry well.
As you can see, painting non-woven wallpaper with water-based paint, wall and ceiling surfaces finished with liquid wallpaper is not a problem. This is a very real and affordable option to re-decorate a room that does not require special time, financial and labor costs.
Please note that plain non-woven wallpaper can be painted by going through a special roller that leaves prints. This option looks interesting in the interior.
Everyone can cope with such work, even if you have never encountered repair work, because it was necessary to paint or whitewash the interior of the house at least once in your life.
Use the recommendations for processing wallpaper and follow the advice of experts to avoid possible difficulties during the work.