If you’re patching bare areas, try to get wallpaper in the same color scheme as the one that’s on your wall currently.
Try to make the spackle as smooth as possible on the first application so you don’t have to spend as long sanding it down. You can also use the spackle to fill any holes in the wall.
If you have an electric sander, you can use that instead. If you filled in any holes, you’ll probably need to sand down the edges of the patch. Sanding creates a lot of dust. If your walls are covered in white dust, use a damp towel to wipe them down before you paint.
Make sure you use an oil-based, not water-based, primer. Water-based primers can ruin the wallpaper, making it hard to paint over.
Again, you should use an oil-based paint, not a water-based one, for an even, smooth application.
If you’re using a super light color, like yellow or cream, you may need a third coat.
If there are any holes in the wall, fill those in before you use primer for an even surface. You don’t have to worry about making the primer look nice since it’s just providing a base coat.
Read the instructions on the back of the joint compound before you start using it. You can find joint compound at most hardware stores.
Try working in 3 by 3 ft (0. 91 by 0. 91 m) areas so you can make sure your drywall mud is smooth. The smoother you apply it the first time, the less work you’ll have to do later on. For small areas, use a putty knife instead of a drywall trowel.
You can also open up any doors and windows to give the room some air flow and speed up the drying process.
Try wrapping a piece of sandpaper around a wooden block and stapling it in place to make your sanding easier. If you have an electric sander, you can use that.
Once your drywall mud layers are dry, you can paint your wall like normal.
You can find tapestries in all colors and sizes at most home goods or art stores.
Try to pick thin fabric, like cotton or organza, so your fabric stays put on the wall.
You can pick curtains that go all the way down to the floor, or you can choose some that hit mid-way on the wall to put shelves or a table underneath them.
If you have a stud finder, you can also use that to look for a stud in the wall. Try looking for large mirrors at a thrift store to find a cheap one. If you can’t find a stud in your wall, insert a wall anchor into the wall before you put the screws in.
You can even cover your entire wall with posters if you have enough!
