You'll need a sponge when you hang wallpaper (figure A). Use a synthetic one rather than a natural sea sponge. New foam seam rollers are now available (figure B). They don't crush your wallpaper or press out too much adhesive. Always use sharp knives. You may want to use a utility knife with a breakaway blade. Levels and plumb bobs are traditional tools for hanging wallpaper, but you might consider using a laser level (figure C), which can shine a perfectly straight vertical or horizontal line onto the wall. If you don't want to use prepasted wallpaper, special adhesive is available for kitchens and bathrooms. If you have a border to install, consider a self-contained border-adhesive applicator (figure D). To protect outside corner edges, install wooden corner molding (figure E). If you prefer a more seamless look, purchase a clear plastic strip with an adhesive backing that you can apply directly to the wall (Figure F).
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