“When painting over wallpaper, it is important to first make sure that the wall covering is clean and shows no signs of lifting at the edges or seams,” Spillane says.

Covering wallpaper with paint isn't impossible, but it might not give the results you want. Removing wallpaper is a big ...

Prime the wallpaper with an oil-based primer and skim the wallpaper with drywall mud to cover seams from the wallpaper and create a smooth wall. After skimming, sand the wall and prime again.

Instructions for starching fabric on walls: 1. Measure the height of your walls. Cut fabric in sections to fit wall, adding a couple extra inches. If fabric has a design, match the design before ...