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Design wallpapers with paper or non-woven carriers come with a large variety of surface materials and finishes. These are the determining factor when it comes to deciding whether sealing or coating with liquid or foil wallpaper protection is an option. Here is a list of some wallpaper protection products (mostly manufactured in Germany but available internationally):

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The liquid form is much easier to apply, which is why laypeople usually prefer it. It has proven to be ideal for wall décor that consists entirely of paper. Applying protective foil requires much more patience, skill and practice, and it is more suitable for smaller areas, e.g. a feature wall, a wallpapered fireplace surround or decorative wallpaper pieces. Which wallpaper types and surfaces are suitable for protective coating?The cleanability characteristics of the sealed wallpaper depend on the chosen protective product and the number of layers applied. Almost all wallpaper protection products can be washed off with water, household cleaner and a clean cloth. Some of them, for instance Molto wallpaper protection fluid, are even scrubbable and allow for stronger pressure during cleaning, as well as the use of sponges or soft brushes to remove stains.

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The foil comes covered with masking paper on both sides. Before you begin, thoroughly clean the wallpaper and remove all traces of dust or other particles. Hands should be clean and dry. Once the foil has been cut to the desired dimensions, the masking paper is removed from the adhesive side and the foil is positioned on the wall. The masking paper should remain on the front for this step. Advanced practitioners now continue by carefully smoothing the foil from the middle towards all directions to remove any air bubbles. Alternatively, special tools can be used to smooth out the foil and make sure it adheres to the wall evenly. Use a liner and a cutter knife to remove excess foil around door and window frames, skirting boards, light fittings etc. Finally, remove the masking paper. Cleaning wallpaper protection foils One single layer is usually insufficient. The desired strength of the protective skin as well as appropriate resistance to dirt and moisture can only be achieved with more than one thin layer. It is a question of trial-and-error - you will make your own decision as to when the required layer strength has been reached.Metal and effect foil wallpapers, nature models with surfaces made from cork, grasses, or mica stones, and textile or glass bead wallpapers are all unsuitable for the treatment. Liquid protective products cannot be used for these types of wall décor as they will not adhere to the surfaces mentioned above. The special optical effects of these structures would be sealed in, destroying the character of the design wallpaper. The chemical reactions of surface materials and liquid protection products cannot be predicted, and the process is therefore too risky. In addition, useful characteristics like moisture regulation and breathability, especially with nature wallpapers, would be lost. For the same reasons, using transparent foil as a protective treatment is also not a good idea. Always store wallpaper protection products in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, frost-free place. When applying the product, direct sunlight should be avoided. The ideal room temperature is between 15 and 21 degrees Celsius; the fluid should not be used if the temperature is below 10 degrees. Proper ventilation during the process is a must. Depending on individual health-related sensitivities, a breathing mask might be recommendable.

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For paper or non-woven wallpapers, a "reaction test" should be conducted first. For paper-based wall décor, this test will identify any sign of discolouration; for non-woven wallpapers it shows if the necessary adherence is present. Liquid wallpaper protection products can simply drip off non-woven wallpaper. If you find yourself in the situation that you have recently put up new wallpaper but now realise that it might not be robust enough for the specific room, and a certain level of washability and dirt-resistance is required, you might contemplate adding some sort of surface protection. You might have chosen your wallpaper simply because it is exactly to your taste, not taking into consideration whether it has a washable surface - another good reason to think about applying a protective coating. But before you begin the process, a few things need to be considered. Most of the wallpaper protection products available come with the declaration "Suitable for all types of wallpaper", but there are exceptions. After all, wallpaper surfaces are extremely varied and the decision should be based on facts. After each layer has been applied, it has to fully dry before another one can be added. Once this has been established by carefully wiping over it with a hand or finger, the process can continue. Liquid wallpaper protection products are often used to seal feature walls or entire wallpapered rooms to protect them from dirt and damage. Once applied, this protective fluid, also known as "elephant skin", wallpaper skin, plastic dispersion or dispersion primer, dries to create a transparent matt or gloss layer. These products are predominantly designed for wallpaper, but they can also be used to make posters, collages, wall paint, interior plaster or trowelling technique washable. The acrylic-based liquids are solvent-free, water-soluble and non-yellowing. The amount of water used for thinning the liquid determines the eventual degree of shine. The more water is used, the less shiny the surface will be.

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The term "water-resistant" stands for the lowest level of cleanability. Water-resistant wallpapers do not come with any surface coating; only the odd splatter of wallpapering paste can be removed from them. In other words: they are not washable. All other classifications, from washable to highly scrub-resistant, imply that they can be cleaned with a damp cloth. The degree to which this is the case, and which types of cleaning materials and detergents can be used, depends on the classification. In our Guide Blog Washable Wallpaper - A clean solution, you can find detailed information regarding the various cleaning classifications. Carefully clean the walls with a soft, lint-free dust cloth; alternatively, you can vacuum the wall (especially if the wallpaper is quite robust). This guide will explain when and why this kind of coating is appropriate, which wallpaper surfaces and types are suitable, and what details to consider. In addition we will list the differences between liquid, i.e. spreadable products, and transparent foil.

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