Can You Paint Wallpaper Lining Paper. About ten years ago it was rare to hang wallpaper but very common to remove wallpaper and line the walls and emulsion them. This is extremely easy to paint provided that it isnt too old or hasnt already been painted over too many times.
Answered 12th May 2015 Like 3. You could use some polyfilla mixed quite thin and rub that across. Lining paper covers any imperfections on the wall underneath so it can be used to hide a patterned wallpaper.
If you have holes in the wall and you are going to re-paper get some webbed tape tape over the holes and paper over it any DIY store will have webbed tape as long as the holes are not too deep it will look fine painting previously papered walls is a nightmare if you decide on lining paper then paint make sure the paper is a reasonable.
If your wallpaper is textured the texture may be visible even after the wall is painted. Lining Paper is a quick easy way to create a flat and smooth base on walls and ceilings ready for either painting or wallpapering. Lining paper covers any imperfections on the wall underneath so it can be used to hide a patterned wallpaper. Yes you can paint over it if its in good condition but you will need to use a light-coloured primerundercoat before you apply your top coat.