How can I affix wine corks to cover old wallpaper?

by Barb

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In search of an adhesive that will bond wine corks to my master bedroom's aging wallpaper. I'd like to avoid any adhesive that is toxic. Thanks.

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Debbs on Jan 03, 2019

How about hot gluing? Thin set mortar for laying tile? Simple wall paper paste?

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Betty Albright-Bistrow on Jan 03, 2019

Hi Barb! Here are some ideas, hope they are helpful for your particular project!

https://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-glue-cork

https://ourpastimes.com/make-cork-adhere-10008767.html

https://homeguides.sfgate.com/make-cork-stick-walls-35065.html

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Linda Sikut on Jan 03, 2019

Hi Barb,
Please take the old wallpaper down first. If you don't it could loosen and start to fall off, taking your new project down too. :( I would suggest using something like hot glue that should be fairly easy to remove if you or someone else ever tries to change the wall decor. Happy New Year!

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Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA on Jan 03, 2019

Great idea! Here is my question. How are you going to clean it?

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- Barb on Jan 03, 2019
  
  Hmmm...didn't think about that! Just dusting?
  
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- Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA on Jan 03, 2019
  
  You are worried about using a non toxic adhesive, that's the least of your concerns. Cork absorbs dust and odor. If it were me, I would seal them so dust can't settle in the nooks and crannies and will be easy to dust and wipe clean when needed.
  
  Mind you I wash my walls often as I have a house full of pets. Nooks and crannies where dust can gather would cause my allergies to go out of whack. If you live in a humid climate, a breeding ground for mold.
  
  Seriously think about sealing the corks to make your life easier. That's my 2 red cents worth. Don't want to talk you out of it as I think it is a cool and creative idea, just think it through first.
  
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- Barb on Jan 04, 2019
  
  Thank you! Great advice!
  
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- Naomie Moore aka baileyanddaisey, Castaic CA on Jan 04, 2019
  
  My pleasure Barb! Just want you to be happy! 🌞
  
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