Stick With It! Thanks to peel-and-stick wallpaper, adding a splash of personality to your walls has never been easier. But while the promise of a mess-free application sounds perfect, missteps can quickly turn your DIY into a “Why-Did-I-Try?” moment. Whether accenting one wall or transforming an entire room, these expert tips will help you decorate with professional skill without the stress.
YOUR NO-STRESS GUIDE TO PEEL-AND-STICK WALLPAPER GATHER THE RIGHT TOOLS Gather your gear: a measuring tape, a level, a smoothing tool, a utility knife with a fresh blade, a pencil, and a step ladder. These trusty tools will help you line things up, cut like a pro, and avoid mid-project meltdowns. CREATE A GUIDE LINE Measure the width of your wallpaper panel and mark it on the wall with a pencil. Use a level to draw a vertical line from the ceiling to the baseboard. This guide will keep your first panel perfectly straight, critical for seamlessly applying the rest of your wallpaper! MATCH PATTERNS CAREFULLY For a cohesive look, match the pattern of each new panel with the one before it. Slightly overlap the edges and use the smoothing tool to eliminate bubbles and create a seamless appearance. ASK FOR HELP Although peel-and-stick wallpaper is designed for DIY use, having an extra set of hands can make a major difference. A second person can hold the panel in place while you smooth and trim, ensuring a faster and more accurate application. With the right tools and patience, peel-and-stick wallpaper can be a simple way to transform your space. Take your time, follow these steps, and admire the fresh new look you’ve created!
MEASURE WITH CARE Before impulse buying, carefully measure your wall space and determine how many panels you’ll need. Be sure to order slightly more than you think you’ll use — running out of material mid- project is one of the most common (and frustrating) DIY missteps. PREP YOUR WALL Start with a clean surface. Use a damp cloth to remove dust, dirt, or oils from the wall and allow it to dry completely. A clean surface helps the wallpaper adhere properly and prevents premature lifting.
Easy Steps to Reclaim Your Space Declutter Like You Mean It
DETERMINE WHAT NEEDS TO GO. Once you have a place to store your items, figure out what you don’t need sitting out at all times. Go room to room, removing anything unnecessary for daily life, doesn’t bring you joy, or creates a mess. You don’t have to do it all at once. This can be a gradual process, clearing one room a week or whatever works best for your schedule.
If you’ve lived in the same place for longer than a couple of years, you know how quickly your rooms, countertops, and drawers can become cluttered. Over the months, we bring in new knick-knacks, tools, and other small items that take up valuable space in our homes. This makes it challenging to move around, find things when needed, and create comfortable living spaces. It’s not always easy to declutter. You may not want to throw anything out, or you could grow concerned that you’ll need the items and don’t want to stache them out of sight. However, decluttering your physical space can clear your mental space while making your home much more appealing to anyone visiting. Here are out top three decluttering tips. INVEST IN STORAGE SOLUTIONS. It’s hard to declutter if you have nowhere to store your items. While you can put everything in drawers, cabinets, and closets, you’re just relocating your clutter. You need to find permanent or semi-permanent solutions for everything you don’t regularly use or need. Home improvement stores sell totes of all sizes, which can be incredibly beneficial for storing items. You just need to keep them in your attic, garage, or somewhere else out of sight to ensure your home isn’t cluttered with totes! You may also want to create a list explaining what you’ve put in each tote.
MAINTAIN YOUR EFFORTS. Decluttering can feel like a big project when you first start, but if you keep your home decluttered, you’ll never have to go through it again. After your initial decluttering efforts, commit to walking through your house daily and decluttering. With time, it will become a new habit you won’t even think twice about!
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