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How to repair tiny rips on Navy blue wallpaper
Hi, please could I have some advice on my navy blue wallpaper. Unfortunately there is many small white tares on my wall paper and even white showing through were I have bent or caught the paper. Is there anything I can cover these? Any help would be appreciated. Thankyou
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"Hi Helen, thanks for contacting me basically you can use paste and wallpaper tools."
Answered on 20th Jun 2025 - Member since Sep 2024 -
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"Your navy blue wallpaper has some small white tears and areas where the color has been rubbed or bent away, exposing the white beneath. Here are a few solutions to cover these imperfections:
1. Touch-Up with Paint
- The easiest fix is to use a navy blue acrylic or latex paint (in a small tester pot or tube) to carefully dab over the white spots.
- Use a fine artist’s brush for precision.
- If you don’t have an exact match, try mixing blue and black paint until you get close.
2. Use a Navy Blue Marker or Wax Crayon**
- A **permanent marker** (like a Sharpie) or a **wax furniture crayon** in navy blue can fill in small scratches and tears.
- Test on an inconspicuous area first to ensure the color blends well.
### **3. Wallpaper Repair Paste**
- If the tears are slightly raised, apply a small amount of **wallpaper adhesive** underneath and press the paper back down.
- Once dry, touch up with paint or marker as needed.
4. Decorative Cover-Ups
- If the damage is in a noticeable area, consider covering it with:
- **Wall decals** (in a coordinating design).
- **Framed artwork or photos**.
- **Fabric or washi tape** (if it suits your decor).
5. Prevent Further Damage**
- Apply a **clear matte sealant** (like Mod Podge) over repaired areas to protect them.
- Be cautious when moving furniture or cleaning near the wallpaper."
1. Touch-Up with Paint
- The easiest fix is to use a navy blue acrylic or latex paint (in a small tester pot or tube) to carefully dab over the white spots.
- Use a fine artist’s brush for precision.
- If you don’t have an exact match, try mixing blue and black paint until you get close.
2. Use a Navy Blue Marker or Wax Crayon**
- A **permanent marker** (like a Sharpie) or a **wax furniture crayon** in navy blue can fill in small scratches and tears.
- Test on an inconspicuous area first to ensure the color blends well.
### **3. Wallpaper Repair Paste**
- If the tears are slightly raised, apply a small amount of **wallpaper adhesive** underneath and press the paper back down.
- Once dry, touch up with paint or marker as needed.
4. Decorative Cover-Ups
- If the damage is in a noticeable area, consider covering it with:
- **Wall decals** (in a coordinating design).
- **Framed artwork or photos**.
- **Fabric or washi tape** (if it suits your decor).
5. Prevent Further Damage**
- Apply a **clear matte sealant** (like Mod Podge) over repaired areas to protect them.
- Be cautious when moving furniture or cleaning near the wallpaper."
Answered on 20th Jun 2025 - Member since Jun 2025 -
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"Have to stick back down areas needed and maybe colour match and patch best you can with some paint"
Answered on 20th Jun 2025 - Member since Mar 2023 -
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