Liner paper

[Mattk]

When I decorate my sons room,he doesnt want wallpaper,he wants the walls painted but we all know that this can show up the wall's imperfections.
I have heard about liner paper.Is it any good and is its intention to be painted over to achieve a better result ?

[heathfield]

Yes, and, yes. Get the heavy grade for best looking results, and it's cheapest in the bigger bulk rolls from the likes of B&Q. Just make sure the paste soaks in thoroughly before you hang it to avoid blisters. It helps to paste the wall as well, making it easier to position the paper by sliding it about.

[Jules001]

it still won't cover up major imperfections in the wall however, we have used the heaviest grade and some still show up in certain light.

[carrust]

I'm a decorator & i've hung hundreds of rolls of liner. I'm sorry to contradict heathfield... If you are hanging liner to paint over, I use good quality liner bought from a decorators merchant, they use virgin paper, & the finished result looks far better. It also 'holds together' far better, & doesnt tear easily then pasted. As jules said, liner is only as good as the surface it's going on to.
BTW the liner I use is Graham & Brown 1200 grade.

[toltol]

If your are worried about walls that aren't quite perfect, use a matt paint after you line it, it reflects less light back and makes it harder to see the imperfections.

[Mattk]

thanks guys...valuable info.