Has anyone had experience using fabric on walls with liquid starch, somewhat like wallpaper? I'm looking for any tips or tricks you might have for this method.
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Be careful if you choose to put fabric directly on the wall! It can be tough to remove later without messing up the surface. A clever alternative is to glue fabric on MDF panels and hang them with french cleats. This way, if you want to change it up later, you only have a few small holes to fill!
Great idea with the MDF panels! It'll save you tons of hassle down the line. ?
When using liquid starch, just take your time with the paste. Mixing it slowly helps avoid lumps which can mess up the application. If you need inspiration, people often use burlap or hessian fabric to hide nail holes—it’s super popular in the art community! Check out this [resource](https://abutterflyhouse.com/burlap-wallpaper/) for some guidance.
I remember my Aunt doing something similar back in the day. She used a technique where she first stapled quilt batting to the wall before attaching the fabric. This way, the wall was safe from any glue. It turned out looking really stylish and, when she wanted a change, all she had to do was remove the staples and repaint! Such a cool method!
Exactly! That approach really minimizes the pain when it comes time for redecorating.