You might want to hang wallpaper on a ceiling to cover up old stains and light cracks. Unlike hanging paper on a wall, papering a ceiling works against gravity; unless you are aware of a couple of tricks of the trade, you might be considering leaving the job to professionals. However, hanging wallpaper on a ceiling is a fairly easy process, with a little preparation and the assistance of a friend. Choose a simple wallpaper that doesn't have a fussy design. White or cream wallpaper, with or without embossing, works well.
Instructions
1. Prepare your surface. Wash the ceiling with warm, soapy water. Smooth out any bumps with sandpaper.
2. Leave the ceiling to dry for about an hour, then paint the surface with a high quality primer. Let it dry for the time indicated on the primer (usually 2 to 4 hours).
3. Choose an area to start wallpapering. Select an area in one corner of the room. Make sure the area you want to start work in is straight by snapping a chalk line. You can enlist the help of a friend to hold one end of the chalk line.
4. Measure the chalk line to get the length of one strip of wallpaper. Add 1 foot to this length. Cut the wallpaper to the calculated length with scissors.
5. Follow the wallpaper manufacturer's instructions for preparing the wallpaper for hanging, making sure to use a strong, clay-based wallpaper paste.
6. Line up the wallpaper with the and smooth the paper into place with the sponge. Your friend should hold the wallpaper as you roll.
7. Continue to paper the ceiling, lining up the edges of the wallpaper. Do not worry at this point about any overlap at the edges.
8. Use a trim guard and a razor knife to trim off the edges of the paper.
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