A wallpaper hanger prepares surfaces for wallpaper, removes old wallpaper, advises on styles, applies glue and hangs wallpaper in measured strips, ensuring a smooth finish. They also clean up after the project.
A wallpaper hanger does a number of different things, although in general they all have to do with properly caring for and hanging the wallpaper on the wall. One of the most common things that wallpaper hangers do is literally hang wallpaper on the wall. This often entails not only properly preparing a wall for wallpaper, but also handling the paper correctly and ensuring that it falls on the wall smoothly. A wallpaper hanger can also remove old or unwanted wallpaper, as well as advise a home or business owner on how the wallpaper will look, and he or she will also usually clean up after the project is complete.
While a wallpaper hanger can have many different responsibilities and tasks, it usually performs most of them. This usually starts with preparing a wall or surface on which the paper will be placed. A flawless surface is usually best and the wall may need to be repaired and sanded before wallpaper is hung on it. Old paint that is chipping may need to be removed, as well as old wallpaper that can make new wallpaper less attractive. A wallpaper hanger will also often prime or seal the surface before hanging the wallpaper to ensure a strong bond between the wallpaper and the wall, as well as a smooth, attractive final product.
When prep is complete, a wallpaper hanger will often hang a customer’s chosen wallpaper. Some wallpaper hangers may also consult a homeowner or business for suggestions on wallpaper styles or patterns, although this may not always be part of their job. Wallpaper glue will normally need to be applied to the wallpaper, although some types of wallpaper are treated with a dry glue to which water is added to activate the glue. A wallpaper hanger will normally let the wallpaper “relax” and expand slightly for several minutes after the glue is applied or activated.
The wallpaper will be physically applied to the wall, usually in measured and cut strips. This is done carefully and each strip is placed on the wall and smoothed out before the next piece is applied to create the final product. A wallpaper hanger is typically cleaned after the wallpaper is on the wall, which can include removing scuffed paint or old wallpaper, vacuuming up dust from a work area, and removing all of your tools and supplies.
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