1. How to Paint on Wallpaper | Behr Paint

  2. Find how to paint on your home wallpaper with this guide from Behr Paint.

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  4. Anything you need to know about removing wallpaper or painting on wallpaper can be found in Behr Paint's easy to use how to guides.

  5. Wallpaper that is in good condition, without peeling areas and holes, may be painted instead of replaced.  Please note that if the wallpaper is textured, the texture may be visible after the wall is painted.

    To promote adhesion and durability of your topcoat, use a PREMIUM PLUS® primer. A primer is needed to promote adhesion, stain blocking, and sealing capabilities. They can also ensure color accuracy. A primer is the foundation of a long lasting finish.

  6. Secure loose seams with wallpaper paste so they lie flat.  Remove any residue, dirt or grime from the wallpaper.

  7. Apply an oil-based primer such as BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® Interior/Exterior Oil-Based Primer and Sealer according to label instructions.  Even out wallpaper seams by applying drywall mud to the seams, allowing to dry and sanding smooth.  Remove any dust from sanding with a damp cloth and allow the surface to dry completely.  Apply a second coat of oil-based primer such as BEHR PREMIUM PLUS® Interior/Exterior Oil-Based Primer and Sealer according to label instructions.

  8. With your brush, paint (cut in) around the perimeter of the wallpapered surface.  Start at a top corner and continue along the ceiling and around the baseboards.

    TIP: To avoid drips, tap off the paint against the inside wall of the bucket.

  9. From the bucket, pour paint into a tray and work your roller into the tray until it is fully loaded with paint.  For best results, use a 3/8" - 1/2" roller cover.

    TIP: For larger areas, consider using a 5-gallon bucket and a bucket grid.

  10. Starting in a 3' x 3' section at the top corner of the project area, roll the paint onto the wallpaper in a "W" formation.

    TIP: For an even application, begin 3" - 4" away from the cut in section.

  11. Work the roller back and forth across the section until the "W" is completely filled in.  Be sure to roll over the cut in area as well.

    TIP: Reload the roller when necessary and maintain a wet edge.

  12. Forming a column from ceiling to floor, paint the next 3' x 3' section directly below the previous one.

    TIP: To blend the 3' x 3' sections and ensure a uniform finish, lightly pass the roller over the newly painted area.

  13. Repeat the process of forming columns and blending sections until the project is complete.

    TIP: For optimum results in quality of color and finish, apply a second coat.

  14. Color Used: Relaxing Blue ICC-65

  15. How to Paint on Wallpaper

  16. Expert advice for painting over wallpaper.
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  37. Wallpaper that is in good condition, without peeling areas and holes, may be painted instead of replaced. &nbsp;Please note that if the wallpaper is textured, the texture may be visible after the wall is painted.<br><br> To promote adhesion and durability of your topcoat, use a PREMIUM PLUS<font face='Superscript'>®</font> primer. A primer is needed to promote adhesion, stain blocking, and sealing capabilities. They can also ensure color accuracy. A primer is the foundation of a long lasting finish.<br><br>
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  39. Step 1
  40. Secure loose seams with wallpaper paste so they lie flat. &nbsp;Remove any residue, dirt or grime from the wallpaper.<br><br>
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  45. Apply an oil-based primer such as BEHR PREMIUM PLUS<font face='Superscript'>®</font> Interior/Exterior Oil-Based Primer and Sealer according to label instructions. &nbsp;Even out wallpaper seams by applying drywall mud to the seams, allowing to dry and sanding smooth. &nbsp;Remove any dust from sanding with a damp cloth and allow the surface to dry completely. &nbsp;Apply a second coat of oil-based primer such as BEHR PREMIUM PLUS<font face='Superscript'>®</font> Interior/Exterior Oil-Based Primer and Sealer according to label instructions.<br><br>
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  49. Step 3
  50. With your brush, paint (cut in) around the perimeter of the wallpapered surface. &nbsp;Start at a top corner and continue along the ceiling and around the baseboards.<br><br><font face="Frutiger67Condensed">TIP:</font> To avoid drips, tap off the paint against the inside wall of the bucket.<br><br>
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  54. Step 4
  55. From the bucket, pour paint into a tray and work your roller into the tray until it is fully loaded with paint. &nbsp;For best results, use a 3/8" - 1/2" roller cover.<br><br><font face="Frutiger67Condensed">TIP:</font> For larger areas, consider using a 5-gallon bucket and a bucket grid.<br><br>
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  59. Step 5
  60. Starting in a 3' x 3' section at the top corner of the project area, roll the paint onto the wallpaper in a "W" formation.<br><br><font face="Frutiger67Condensed">TIP:</font> For an even application, begin 3" - 4" away from the cut in section.<br><br>
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  64. Step 6
  65. Work the roller back and forth across the section until the "W" is completely filled in. &nbsp;Be sure to roll over the cut in area as well.<br><br><font face="Frutiger67Condensed">TIP:</font> Reload the roller when necessary and maintain a wet edge.<br><br>
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  69. Step 7
  70. Forming a column from ceiling to floor, paint the next 3' x 3' section directly below the previous one.<br><br><font face="Frutiger67Condensed">TIP:</font> To blend the 3' x 3' sections and ensure a uniform finish, lightly pass the roller over the newly painted area.<br><br>
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  74. Step 8
  75. Repeat the process of forming columns and blending sections until the project is complete.<br><br><font face="Frutiger67Condensed">TIP:</font> For optimum results in quality of color and finish, apply a second coat.<br><br>
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  79. <font face="Frutiger67Condensed"><font face="Frutiger76Italic">Color Used:</font></font> Relaxing Blue ICC-65<br><br>
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