How To Install A Wall Mural?

How To Install A Wall Mural?

  12:15 AM    Charles Arlo

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The first and foremost rule of mural installation is paying attention to detail. The piece of art needs your attention to look perfect on your wall. Even the best choice of the mural can look unappealing rather distorted during to poor installation.

If you have recently bought a mural for your home improvement project, it is time to bring out your detail-oriented self. With a few tips and tricks, you can install an inspiring mural in no time.

Murals differ in their adhesive properties and sizes so it is best to begin instructions provided by the manufacturer. When in doubt, you can hire professionals for Mural Installation Silver Spring MD.

Let us look at the simple and easy steps of DIY mural installation.

1. Measure The Wall Appropriately

Measuring your house walls is easier than you think so get yourself a measuring tape and let's begin. Note down the highest height of your wall and the widest of the width. Recheck your measurements before you hand them over to the mural manufacturer in case you are investing in custom murals.

2. Clean The Wall

Once you are done with measurements, it is time to clean the wall. The layer of dirt and debris is not very much visible unless you take a cloth and clean the wall. You can use a soft extendable brush for cleaning the higher portions of the wall.

3. Smoothen The Wall Surface

Pull out any nails on the walls. Remove the light fixtures and plates. Fill the cracks for even and smooth walls. You may need to do a bit of sanding for attaining super smooth walls.

4. Prepare Your Paper

Most of the murals are printed in panels. The size of the panels varies according to the manufacturer or your wall size. Un-box the mural and check the mural panels. These panels are generally numbered for the convenience of the installer. If there are no numbers, add them by yourself.

5. Place The First Panel

You will need a high-quality wall adhesive for the firm and smooth installation. Apply the adhesive smoothly over the wall. Hang the first panel and start gluing it from top to bottom.

Allow the paper to fall naturally and use a soft brush to remove any air bubbles. Recheck the alignment of the paper in key image areas. Readjust if necessary before cutting the extra edges.

6. Even Out The Panels

Most of the murals have no overlap but do check the instructions before adding the second panel. Carefully match and adjust before cutting the edges. You can use a seam-roller to ensure the mural is well-bonded to the wall. Repeat for all of the remaining panels and enjoy the beauty!