Things You'll Need:
- Joint compound
- Putty knife
- Sanding sponges (fine and medium grit)
- Rags
- Drop cloths
- Plastic sheeting
- Wallpaper sizing
- Portable work table
- Damp sponge
- Wallpaper glue
- Chip brush
- Wallpaper smoothing brush
- Needle or razor blade
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Step 1
Check the surface to ensure there are no indentations or other rough spots on the wall. Add a light skim of joint compound using a putty knife to fill any holes; sand and smooth plaster with a fine-grit sanding sponge. Sand the wall directly where the mural will be placed with a light- to medium-grit sanding sponge. Then wipe the wall clean using a damp rag.
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Step 2
Cover the flooring and furniture near your work area with drop cloths and plastic sheeting to protect them. Apply an even coat of wallpaper sizing to the wall where the mural will be placed. Use a mini roller to apply the solution directly to the wall. Watch the sizing to ensure it doesn't run down or drip from the wall. Allow it to dry between two to four hours, or follow the manufacturer's directions.
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Step 3
Set up a clean work table to use close by the installation area. Flip the mural upside down on the table so the back is facing toward you. Wipe a damp sponge over the back of the mural so the paper becomes moist. Allow it to sit for about 30 seconds. Then use a chip brush and apply an even coating of wallpaper glue over the back of the mural.
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Step 4
Place the mural onto the wall immediately, before the glue dries. Adjust the mural so it is pasted in the correct spot. (You may need a helper to do this.) Smooth out the mural using your hands and fingers at first. Then use a wallpaper smoothing brush to quickly remove air bubbles from underneath the mural. Spread the brush from the center of the mural outwards. Continue to smooth the mural until it is completely pasted and attached to the wall with no visible air bubbles. Glue and paste additional mural segments if there is more than one piece to the mural.
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Step 5
Wipe down the mural with a clean damp sponge to remove excess glue, dirt and grime that accumulated during the installation process. Allow the glue to dry, about 24 hours.
