Peel-and-stick (or removable) wallpaper seems like a modern, more doable alternative to traditional wallpaper.
But is it easier to install?
We asked the pros.
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Marty Baldwin
Peel-and-stick wallpaper is one of the biggest home decor trends right now, and for good reason.
It also doesnt require professional installation and iseasier to install yourself than traditional wallpaperor is it?
Heres what the experts have to say.
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Peel-and-Stick Wallpaper vs.
Personally, there is a fair tradeoff in ease versus time and cleanup.
However, traditional wallpaper does offer its benefits over peel-and-stick.
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It may require an extra set of hands to ensure installationand your wallpaperis as smooth as possible.
Remember, peel-and-stick wallpaper is essentially a giant sticker, so removing the backing adds an extra step.
The biggest issue is that peel-and-stick paper ends up being the challenge.
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This is where traditional wallpaper is just easier to work with.
Ive experienced multiple times that it is much easier to install peel-and-stick paper [this way].
The quality of your peel-and-stick wallpaper is key for ease of installation.
Overall, peel-and-stick wallpapercanbe easier to hang, but it requires help and proper prep.
