How do they match: Paperhangers

  • Check finished wallcoverings for proper alignment, pattern matching, and neatness of seams.
  • Mark vertical guidelines on walls to align strips, using plumb bobs and chalk lines.
  • Measure surfaces or review work orders to estimate the quantities of materials needed.
  • Place strips or sections of paper on surfaces, aligning section edges and patterns.

  • Clean surfaces in preparation for work activities.
  • Inspect completed work to ensure proper installation.
  • Measure work site dimensions.
  • Mix substances or compounds needed for work activities.
  • Remove worn, damaged or outdated materials from work areas.
  • Review blueprints or specifications to determine work requirements.