Wallpaper Alternatives
What do you do with old, outdated wallpaper? Nate Berkus has suggestions
to create a whole new look for your
walls!
Give Your Wallpaper New Life
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Stripping old wallpaper can be a hassle. Nate suggests rather than stripping the wall or painting over the paper, wallpaper over your existing paper.
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To put new wallpaper over existing, it's important to find a paper thick enough to cover flaws. Paper like grass cloth, which is an especially thick paper, can be the perfect solution.
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Choosing classic colors (like white and blue) or neutrals will help to freshen the color palate in the entire space.
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Making other changes in the room—like painting cabinetry in the kitchen or trim in other rooms—will also help to update the look.
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If you're painting cabinetry, also paint the trim in the room. However, there's no need to carry the new trim color throughout the house.
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If your walls have spots where the paper has been damaged, the best solution is to find a decorative painter who can match the paper pattern.
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Buying new hardware for cabinets puts the finishing touches on a wallpaper update.
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