So, what are WALLIES?
WALLIES are pre-pasted, vinyl-coated
wallpaper cutouts.
The WALLIES company
also produces wallpaper borders and murals and big murals.
Each pack of WALLIES contains
25 cutouts.
Each border is 15 feet long, though the heights may vary.
Murals consist of one or more pieces, with variations in the sizes.
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How many designs do you have?
We have
240 different packaged designs, which include WALLIES
wallpaper cutouts, borders, murals, big murals and self-adhesive
WALLIES . Some packs include an assortment of designs. For instance, the
Flower Fairies pack has lavender, pink and yellow fairies.
Do I have to cut them out myself?
No. WALLIES come already die-cut in each unique shape.
Do I need to use wallpaper paste to put them up?
No. WALLIES are pre-pasted. You
just soak the WALLIES for a few seconds and then stick them
to the wall. It is so easy.
To make your WALLIES application
easier, here are a few helpful tips:
- When you are ready to apply the cutouts, simply place in water, fully submerged,
and soak for one to two minutes.
- Remove the cutout from the water, draining off any excess water.
- Using a sponge or paper towel, smooth on each piece, wiping from the center
out toward the edges to eliminate any trapped air bubbles.
- Continue with this same procedure until your WALLIES project is complete.
Can I get them off once I stick them up?
Yes. To remove WALLIES, simply peel
off. If there is any paper residue, moisten well with water. Once the paper
is thoroughly wet, peel off.
Can I hang them in a moist bathroom?
Yes. WALLIES are vinyl-coated so they can be washed and they
can withstand the moisture in a bathroom. Just don't put them right
in the shower. Direct water flow will cause them to strip off.
Where can
I put WALLIES?
WALLIES are perfect for walls, of
course. But they also work great on furniture, clay or ceramic pots, picture
frames, craft items, floor and table runners, wooden hope chests, lampshades,
gift wrapping, invitations, bulletin boards, ceramic tile....the
list is nearly endless. The only place you can't stick WALLIES
is on slick plastic surfaces. WALLIES on ceramic tile should
be located away from high-moisture areas, such as backsplashes
on sinks.
How long should I wait before applying WALLIES
to a surface that has just been painted?
Each paint manufacturer will have suggested times for waiting before
applying a second coat of paint and these suggestions should be
followed for applying WALLIES . They may also provide an amount
of time for curing the paint before doing anything else to its surface.
Paint should definitely be completely dry before WALLIES application,
but the best guideline is to follow manufacturer instructions.
Will WALLIES hurt the surface underneath
when I take them off?
No. WALLIES are made to strip off without damage to the surface.
If a putty knife is used to scrape the moistened WALLIES off
the wall, be sure to scrape gently.
Can I put them on existing wallpaper?
Yes.
Are WALLIES safe for scrapbooking?
Scrapbookers love WALLIES . Unfortunately the cutouts are not
100% acid-free. However many people have gotten around this problem
by spraying the WALLIES with products like Archival Mist®
or by placing archival quality papers between the WALLIES and
their treasured photos. We suggest you do what feels right to you.
Their acidity is only slight.
Can I apply WALLIES to tile, mirrors/windows
and textured walls?
Yes. WALLIES adhere easily to hard, smooth surfaces like tile
and glass. With textured walls, WALLIES adhere best when the
texture is not too rough and the surface has been painted.
Raw wood surfaces or porous, textured wallpaper usually poses a
problem as the porous surface will absorb the wet glue and result
in a weak bond. In this case you may want to reinforce the bond
with a little spray adhesive.
Are WALLIES easy enough for my kids to decorate
their own rooms?
You bet.
Can I use WALLIES for decoupage?
Absolutely! Just wet the back and
stick them on and seal them like you would any decoupage cutout. See our Show
& Tell!
section for some great ideas.
Can I put WALLIES on furniture that goes
outside?
We do not recommend it unless you polyurethane over the WALLIES
to seal them. Extremes in temperature and humidity are not good
for WALLIES . Like other wallpaper products, WALLIES can
fade with time from extensive direct exposure to ultraviolet rays.
How many WALLIES does it take to decorate
a room?
Well, it's hard to say. Obviously it depends on the size of your
room. Each WALLIES package contains 25 cutouts. Some are larger
than others: for instance the Noah's Ark is 6 1/2 inches wide while
the Purple Pansy is just 2 inches wide. As a general rule you can
usually do a thorough job with one pack for a small room, like a
bathroom, and 3 packs for a normal bedroom. We suggest you use your
best judgment.
Can WALLIES create custom made designs for
me, such as a special request for a certain design or a design from
a photo I provide?
We are not able to provide this type of service for our retail
customers, but we do welcome your suggestions and may consider certain
designs if we have a lot of interest.
Where can I buy WALLIES ?
WALLIES are available at many craft stores (like Michaels,
Hobby Lobby and Pearl Paint), hardware stores, paint and wallpaper
stores and small gift boutiques. You can check our
locations page for a store near you or call
1-800-255-2762 ext. 374 for a dealer near you.
If there is nothing in your area, you can order right from this
web site or directly from our factory at 1-800-255-2762 ext. 485.
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