Straighten bubbling wallpaper

PROFESSIONAL COST: $100

YOUR COST: $10

SAVINGS: $90

COMPLEXITY

Simple

TOOLS

Razor knife

Glue applicator

Wallpaper smoothing tool or plastic straightedge

MATERIALS

Adhesive

Sponge

Fixing bubbles in wallpaper by cutting them with a razor knife and then the addition of a little glue can save you from costly repair! The glue applicators and adhesive are available at paint stores and home centers for less than $10.


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1. Cut a small slit in the bubbled area. Then insert the end of a glue applicator in the slit and squeeze in a little adhesive.

2. Wipe away excessive adhesive with a damp sponge and press the wallpaper against the wall to force out the air, using a plastic straightedge.