We're here to help you make that plan successful with some technical tips about the best paint finishes and wall surfaces for use with our vinyl wall stickers.
1 - PAINT FINISHES - Satin or glossy paint provides a good finish for applying wall stickers. Enamel is even better because it is the least porous. Flat finish is too porous to allow wall stickers to adhere well and zero VOC paint doesn't work well either. Check out our post on painting tips for more information - Tips & Tricks to Paint Like a Pro
2 - TEXTURE VS SHINE - In our experience, a shiny paint (satin, gloss, enamel) is better, even on a wall with some texture, than a dull (flat) paint on a wall that is smooth/without texture. Our special post about working with texture can be found Tips for Applying Wall Stickers to Textured Walls.
3 - DRYING VS CURING - Your paint may be dry to the touch but that doesn't mean it has cured (hardened all the way through). This is a crucial difference. Curing can take several days or longer, depending on your paint and on the dampness or coolness of the weather, but usually plan on at least 2 weeks. Check your paint can label for specific curing times or contact us at Wall Decor Plus More and we'll try to help you. The stronger the odor your new paint gives off, the longer you should let it cure before applying wall stickers. The smell likely comes from the compounds and gases in the paint which can break down the adhesive on the wall stickers, making them not stick or fall off a short time after application.
4 - MOISTURE & WALL STICKERS - Hold on, this doesn't mean wall stickers won't work in your bathroom, kitchen, or laundry room. They will! It's ongoing moisture behind your sheetrock that can cause problems for your wall stickers. We're talking about walls that back up to cooling systems, water pipes, overhead windows or windows that have been boarded up–areas that are prone to condensation, which may not be obvious when you apply your wall stickers. Check out our post with special tips on applying vinyl wall stickers to moisture-prone areas, Can I Use Vinyl Wall Stickers in My Bathroom?
Be informed and follow our tips for the most successful wall sticker application!
~Sallianne
1 - PAINT FINISHES - Satin or glossy paint provides a good finish for applying wall stickers. Enamel is even better because it is the least porous. Flat finish is too porous to allow wall stickers to adhere well and zero VOC paint doesn't work well either. Check out our post on painting tips for more information - Tips & Tricks to Paint Like a Pro
3 - DRYING VS CURING - Your paint may be dry to the touch but that doesn't mean it has cured (hardened all the way through). This is a crucial difference. Curing can take several days or longer, depending on your paint and on the dampness or coolness of the weather, but usually plan on at least 2 weeks. Check your paint can label for specific curing times or contact us at Wall Decor Plus More and we'll try to help you. The stronger the odor your new paint gives off, the longer you should let it cure before applying wall stickers. The smell likely comes from the compounds and gases in the paint which can break down the adhesive on the wall stickers, making them not stick or fall off a short time after application.
4 - MOISTURE & WALL STICKERS - Hold on, this doesn't mean wall stickers won't work in your bathroom, kitchen, or laundry room. They will! It's ongoing moisture behind your sheetrock that can cause problems for your wall stickers. We're talking about walls that back up to cooling systems, water pipes, overhead windows or windows that have been boarded up–areas that are prone to condensation, which may not be obvious when you apply your wall stickers. Check out our post with special tips on applying vinyl wall stickers to moisture-prone areas, Can I Use Vinyl Wall Stickers in My Bathroom?Be informed and follow our tips for the most successful wall sticker application!
~Sallianne
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