Which glue is best for vinyl wallpaper?

If you decide to make vinyl wallcoating, you need to be prepared for the fact that this is quite a laborious process. Primarily due to the fact that the material is heavy and difficult to apply on the wall. But if you know all the subtleties of working with this wallpaper coating, then you will definitely be satisfied with the finish result.

Vinyl wallpapers have gained great popularity primarily because they are distinguished by bright colors, and also have excellent wear resistance and can even be cleaned or cleaned from contamination with a damp cloth and detergents. This wallpaper coating is a polyvinyl chloride film of various colors, which is applied directly to the prepared substrate, as a rule, non-woven or paper.

More such wallpaper can be found under the name "Foamed", as they are applied to the base by pressing the mass under high temperatures to obtain deeper embossed patterns.

Among all the varieties of vinyl wallpaper you can find the following options for wallpaper coating:

• dense - the top coating is sufficiently wear-resistant to mechanical damage, as a rule, such wallpapers are produced on non-woven base;
• silk-screen printing - a dense top texture of the coating has a pronounced gloss and silkiness due to the presence of silk or synthetic threads in the composition, as a rule, on a paper basis, despite this, they have good wear resistance;
• foamed vinyl - the most durable of all varieties, excellent wear resistance to mechanical damage, is made on paper and non-woven base.

Virtually all vinyl coatings have two or three waves on the label, which means they special moisture resistance and the ability to wash wallpaper household chemicals. Most of the major manufacturers in their production using the latest equipment that allows you to produce environmentally friendly materials.Therefore, such vinyl wallpaper is fire resistant and does not have a specific odor that can harm people and the environment.

Among the disadvantages of such coatings worth noting them poor breathability. Therefore, they are recommended to glue in such rooms where you will spend the least time, for example, corridors, bathrooms, kitchen, etc.

Currently, the Russian market has a huge selection of adhesives for any type of wallpaper. And this is not accidental, since the manufacturers of adhesive compositions take into account the wallpaper material, its features and application technique. This must be taken into account when choosing the adhesive composition for wallpaper.

Incorrect glue can ruin your work, for example, wallpaper at best will come off or will not stick to the wall at all. Therefore, it is always necessary to remember thato for heavy vinyl wallpapers it is better to choose a special adhesivesuitable for this type of coating.

When buying glue, first of all, pay attention to its label: “for vinyl wallpaper” or “for heavy wallpaper”. This material is ideal for paper-based and non-woven wallpapers. The basis of this glue is always present modified starch and various additives that can not only enhance the adhesive properties of starch, but also protect the walls and the floor from fungi, mold and insects. Often, the adhesive composition has high sliding properties that allow you to adjust and align the canvas directly on the wall, which is very important when working with vinyl coating, especially on non-woven fabric, as it is much heavier than a paper base.

Some manufacturers produce adhesive mixtures with a pink or blue indicator. You should not worry in advance, in the process of drying, these colors become transparent. Such an indicator is needed so that the glue is clearly visible on the wall or wallpaper, so as not to miss an unused area. Otherwise, the wallpaper just does not stick, and the work will have to be carried out again.

If you use borders as a decorative element (made of paper,cloth, vinyl), put them on the wallpaper, and on the walls, in this case also need to choose the right adhesive. For these purposes, you will need a special curb glue. It is produced by various manufacturers, some even for convenience supply the jars with a brush or spatula, with which it is convenient to apply the mixture to the coating.

If you have mastered non-woven glue for vinyl wallpaper, then you should not be upset ahead of time. The basic composition for this glue is the same, as a rule, modified starch, methylcellulose and various ingredients from fungi and mildew. The only difference is that in a non-woven adhesive composition does not add a special sliding additive, as for glue for vinyl wallpaper. In this case, the wallpaper will just slide a bit worse on the wall, but this is not a critical parameter. In any case, the coating is well glued and will not cause you unnecessary problems.

Also wallpaper non-woven glue suitable for coating on paper base. Only the mixture will need to do a little thinner than indicated in the instructions.

For high-quality wallpapering it is necessary to properly dissolve the adhesive powder. Instructions for use must be indicated by the manufacturer on the packaging. As a rule, the mixture is diluted with plain water until a homogeneous mass. Next, we will write out the whole process in more detail to prevent errors in the process of work:

• Prepare a clean deep glue dilution container, such as a bucket.
• Add to it the required amount of water indicated on the package. Please note that the water must be slightly warm, about 30 degrees.
• Stir the water with your hand or stick (spatula) so that a funnel forms in the center.

• Slowly pour the glue powder into the funnel, intensively stirring the liquid with a stick. It is important to mix the adhesive mass thoroughly so that no lumps form. If this could not be avoided, it is necessary to strain the mixture through a construction sieve or several layers of gauze.
• As a result, you should have a homogeneous mass of dense consistency, which must be allowed to settle for 15-30 minutes (the exact time specified by the manufacturer). During this period, the mixture swells and acquires the necessary adhesive properties. Then you can use the adhesive mixture as intended.

In order to properly glue the room and to avoid unpleasant consequences after the work (otkleyki cloths or their backlog from the walls), it is necessary to carry out preparatory work. To do this, be sure to clean the surface of old coatings. If there are defects on the walls, such as cracks, they are masked with plaster and putty. If nessesary, perform the leveling procedure for the concrete base.

Apply glue to prepared walls (for non-woven base vinyl wallpaper) with a construction roller or brush. For a paper base, an adhesive mixture is applied to the back of the wallpaper and to the wall.When sticking do not need to rush it is necessary to carefully apply glue to the canvas or surfaceto avoid further unpleasant moments.

The wallpaper should be pressed down tightly to the wall with a soft cloth or napkin, you can use a clean roller on top to ensure that the materials adhere more reliably and firmly. Glue dries under vinyl wallpaper longer than usual. This is due to the poor breathability of this material. So do not worry after about 12-16 hours, maybe a little more, the glue will dry completely, and will securely hold the wallpaper covering.

If you didn’t immediately use all the glue mix, cover the container in which it is placed with a lid (or tie up with polyethylene) to prevent various debris and dust from entering. In this form, the glue can be stored for up to 10 days (depending on the manufacturer). You can use it at any time during the specified period. To learn that the mixture has become unusable is very simple, it becomes liquid and loses all the adhesive properties.

Next, we will acquaint you with the most popular manufacturers of high-quality glue for vinyl wallpaper. Analyze What are the distinctive properties of a product:

• Metylan ("Methylan") Premium Vinyl is a popular product for vinyl wallpaper. The mixture has good adhesive properties, it also has anti-fungal additives. The big plus is the presence of a pink indicator, thanks to which you will not miss the not missed areas. The average price of one pack is from 150 to 200 rubles.

• Kleo ("Cleo") Smart Vinyl - one of the most popular materials for pasting walls with heavy wallpaper. It has good adhesion and sliding properties, which allows you to adjust the canvas on the wall, as part of antifungal additives. This is one of the most economical options, glue is enough for 7-9 rolls of standard size. Average price from 180 to 230 rubles. Judging by consumer reviews, "Cleo" is one of the best in the Russian market.

• Quelyd ("Kelid") special vinyl is also a popular brand today.The glue is characterized by the presence of special additives in the composition, which allows it to be used in wet rooms, tolerates intensive washing of wallpaper, and has an anti-fungal effect. The average price of one pack is from 120 to 170 rubles. Consumed not very economical.

• "The moment of vinyl" - very good glue with excellent adhesive properties. In its composition there is methylcellulose, which allows to obtain a stronger adhesion of the wallpaper to the wall. Additionally, there is protection from mold and fungi. Average price from 100 to 150 rubles.

• Pufas Ecologist vinyl special - good quality glue with high adhesiveness (methylcellulose is present in the composition). When preparing it, no lumps are formed, which is a big plus especially for beginners.Economical to use, one pack is enough for 8-9 rolls of standard size. Average cost from 200 to 250 rubles per pack.

We have reviewed with you the main types of glue for vinyl wallpaper and learned how to use it correctly. The main criterion that should be guided in its choice is the presence of methylcellulose in the composition, which allows to obtain a more reliable adhesion of the web to the wall surface. Choose the right glue for your wallpaper, and then the repair will not give you a lot of problems, and the result will only please.

For how to choose glue for vinyl wallpaper, see the following video.