Paper-Hangings Product Information
Paper-Hangings sells the following premium products, in any quantity, by mail order.
This moderately heavy lining paper is certifiably acidfree and should be used anytime longevity is a goal. This traditional white paper expands about 1%; it is very porous and has no non-woven content; more important, it will not break down due to acid deterioration over a normal decorating cycle and will support the integrity of the finish paper far into the future.
It is especially valuable for the following situations: installations in museums and historic homes; under reproduction wallpapers, antique wallpapers, and handmade papers; and anytime a premium lining paper is appropriate, for example, under scenic wallpapers such as Chinese, Gracie, Zuber or de Gournay. Note that an extra-wide table is necessary for this 40" product. Each triple roll is 33' long, giving a yield of 36 sq. ft. per single roll.
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Blankstock lining paper is a traditional product used under fine wallcoverings to absorb excess moisture from the finish wallpaper. It allows seams to dry sooner and safer, and promotes short-term stability of the installation (10-20 years). The functions of blankstock are similar to that of an underlayment for carpet or a lining for a curtain or drape.
Blankstock can be dispensed with for most mass-market wallcoverings, but fine wallcoverings such as handprints, blockprints and unpasted European machine prints benefit from an installation over blankstock lining paper.
For more details see our blankstock FAQ page.
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The blue blades are super sharp and made of sugical carbon steel. They are single edged and the blade thickness is # 9. We sell them by the box (100 blades).
If you're looking for a place to buy them by the case, we recommend this site: www.paintstoreonline.com.
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Broadknife (10-inch "Hammer Head")
 The best trimming device I have found in over 35 years of paperhanging!
Firm where you need it to be, yet flexible if needed…and wide enough for long cuts.
Fits easily in your back pocket — always with you.
This is the real deal, solidly constructed with brass hammer head base from Hyde (Southbridge, Massachusetts).
For the price of $26.50.
Order today, there are not many left!
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Paper-Hangings is insufferably proud to announce that we now carry what may be the only true "dead flat" coating for wallpaper in captivity. Decorators Varnish (Dead Flat) from the Ronan company is a water-based clear coating with UV protection which dries to a flat finish. For more tech information check the Faux Finish Category at www.ronanpaints.com.
Decorators Varnish (Dead Flat) is great for problem-solving! Straighten out sheen issues caused by uneven production, bunished seams, or trapped adhesive. It's compatible with a wide variety of surfaces - but a small area should be tested before use anyway. It's not really intended as a waterproof coating, for example as a backsplash or near heavy sink use. For that purpose, a gloss or semigloss may be better. However, Decorator's Varnish has saved uncounted amounts of time and money because it produces a monolithic coating that is non-reflective, thus saving a less-than-perfect installation by giving it a new topcoat. Decorators Varnish is sold by the quart at 24.75 per quart and 79.90 per gallon.
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Focusing Rail for Palm Lasers
 Everyone who has a laser NEEDS a focusing rail.
This nifty unit was developed for macro-photography; it allows a camera to slide down a rail to focus precisely on tiny objects; the aluminum cast alloy body has rack and pinion fine-tuning which saves your sanity by putting your laser line EXACTLY WHERE YOU WANT IT…..just think, no more "a little to the right…a little to the left…no, back to the right…no, back to the left…"
Once the beam is where you want it, a separate precision device (ok, a screw) locks it in place.
Can be adapted easily to a variety of laser poles and mounts. and all for the price of 26.50!
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Oil of cloves is a paste additive. The work site is pleasantly scented with the warm, spicy aroma. In addition, oil of cloves has minor disinfecting qualities.
Pricing: $7.75 for each one fl. oz. bottle of essential oil.
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New Product: We offer traditional "paperhanger's canvas" for shiplap and wood plank walls. Despite the name, this is NOT a canvas and is NOT cheesecloth, this is the real thing! There are many, many cotton products out there, but if you're doing any traditional canvassing, this is the one you need. Cost is .27¢ per sq. ft. for amounts up to 4500 sq. ft., and .18¢ per sq. ft. for amounts over 4500 sq. ft.
We also sell #4 Upholsterer's Cut Tacks, Blued and Sterilized, in one pound boxes. There are about 1900 tacks per box.
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P-H Cellulose is the archival form of methyl cellulose and produces a thick paste with excellent flow properties. It is often used in combination with wheat, especially when use a paste machine. It is best mixed the night before, because it takes time for the cellulose granules to swell and take on water completely. A rule of thumb is to wait until it clears before use.
P-H Cellulose has been successfully used with many prepasted papers but it has no surfactants or other additives and is not specified as a prepaste activator.
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Terry Cloth Hand Towels:
 After many moons of searching, we've located what we believe to be the best hand towels around! These 12" x 12" soft white towels are the perfect size and have all the properties that paperhangers like: absorbency, balanced texture, and strength, at a reasonable cost.
We sell these in a 5-pack at 7.50 per pack.
Yes, we know that micro-fiber towels (sometimes known as"mifties") are popular. Yet, the texture of mifties can be a little off-putting, especially when wet. These bar towels have maximum absorbency and keep your hands dry and clean, as they should be. Best of all, they're so small, they fit into a pouch or apron easily, so they're always at hand!
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P-H Wheat is an archival, premium quality wheat paste that has been pre-cooked. It's mixed on the job just like conventional wheat paste, using a cooking whisk. Straining may be necessary. A few capfuls of household bleach should be added to your mixture to guard against spoilage in the wet state.
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 The "Showroom Handbook for Wallpaper Installations" is an 88 page guide to installing handprints, blockprints, and European machine prints.
It is written by Robert M. Kelly, C.P., and was underwritten by Brunschwig & Fils and Scalamandre, with support from six other high-end wallpaper companies.
It is written especially for designers, showroom personnel, and paperhangers in the field of high-end residential paperhanging.
To place an order use our order form.
View Chapter one for a sample of the book.
"I read your new book, it's just what I needed!" - Joe Emerick, professional paperhanger, Youngwood, Pa
More comments about the book.
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 The Paper Hanger, Painter, Grainer, and Decorator's Assistant book
We have a few copies of this 200 page facsimile edition put out by the American Life Foundation of Watkins Glen, NY. The British original dates from 1879 and offers a fascinating window into the world of the late 19th century tradesman. $26.50 Order Now
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 How To Wallpaper Your Victorian House book
We have a few copies of this 70 page abridged and re-titled version of James Arrowsmith's "Paper-Hanger's Companion". Arrowsmith was a longtime English decorator (that is painter/paperhanger) who wrote his book in 1851. The book was then re-published many times in the US. This abridged version was based on the 1856 edition and was created by the American Life Foundation. $26.50 Order Now
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