r/Wallcovering

Since I can remember, this wallpaper along with some Scalamandre papers curl like crazy once pasted and are annoying to work with. (Lee Jofa Modern
Gwp-3413.101 | Hutch Cream - Lee Jofa Modern)

They also have a harsh smell straight out of the roll.

What causes that? Is it the paper stock, coating, inks, sizing, or something else?

Is there a method that helps reduce the curling, or is that just how these papers are? Could it be related to pasting method? For reference, we usually use Roman 880 on these.

This had to be trimmed at the table (not by me thankfully) to minimize the misalignment of little round medallion which would have been noticed the most. The trim lines were dead on top of one another, no room to dc. Still, with a 45 yr experienced trimmer, on glass, still doesn’t compare to a dc. Still came out flawless… just not on a micro level as with dc.

With some experienced magic and a hint of luck to balance everything out. One area the chairrail to crown was around 1/2” difference.

Hello all, I’m trying to decide which wallpaper for this wall. This is my ideas so far. What are your thoughts between these two I have picked out? I’m also open to other suggestions or ideas. Thanks in advance!