Wallpapering over patchy paint/plaster walls

Discussion in 'Other Trades Talk' started by Ashley54321, Feb 21, 2017.

  1. Ashley54321

    Ashley54321 New Member

    Hi all
    I am looking to wallpaper the walls of my new bedroom however after removing the old wallpaper I am left with a lot of patchy paint over plastered wall.
    I have scraped and scraped to get as much of the paint of as I can.
    Would it be ok to wall paper over this? The wallpaper I'm using is a slightly embossed brickwork pattern.
    Or would I need to prep more?
    Current picture attached!
    Cheers
     

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  2. CGN

    CGN Screwfix Select

    As long as flaky paint is off and smooth, should be ok. Can always scuff it up further with 80 grit sand paper.
     
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  3. Astramax

    Astramax Super Member

    As CGN has advised, don't forget to size the wall and let dry first, the brick paper will cover any imperfections on the wall.
     
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  4. Ashley54321

    Ashley54321 New Member

    Cheers guys!
     

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