Articles

In-depth guides and practical articles on designer wallcoverings.

• Lining paper grades, from 800 to 2000: what the numbers mean The British weight system that sorts lining paper by heaviness, and how to match a grade to the wall underneath and the finish going on top.
• Cross-lining: why the liner is hung sideways on purpose Hanging lining paper horizontally sounds backwards, but it keeps the liner's seams from landing under the seams of the finish covering.
• Soak time and the science of a paste-and-hang liner Pasted paper expands before it goes on the wall. Understanding that expansion is the difference between a flat liner and a bubbled one.
• Preparing a wall for lining: what a liner can and can't hide Lining paper bridges minor flaws and gives a uniform surface, but it is not a substitute for filling, sealing, and sizing the wall first.
• Beyond Paste: Achieving Wallcovering Perfection with Liner and Blankstock