Wallpaper the stairs (and ceiling)

TRAY TABLE

Big idea: Use paper with an intricate pattern for smaller areas.

Step 1 Measure the inside of a tray (we painted one that came with a stand; West Elm, westelm.com), including sides. Cut one piece of wallpaper to fit.

Step 2 Determine the height of the tray's lip; use this measurement to cut a small square from each corner of the wallpaper (when placed in the tray, the edges should meet at the corners).

Step 3 Apply wallpaper paste to the inside of the tray with a 2-in. sponge brush. Adhere wallpaper, starting at the top edge of one lip. Smooth from the middle outward. Remove excess paste with a damp sponge. Let dry.

Step 4 Cut out handles with craft knife. Spray with a protective glaze (we recommend Krylon Acrylic Crystal Clear).

STAIRCASE

Big idea: A staircase is usually wider than a wallpaper roll; choose a pattern that looks good sideways, so you only need one strip per stair.

Step 1 Measure each stair riser separately. Cut wallpaper exactly to fit.

Step 2 Follow steps 2 and 3 of the door panels project (above). Spray risers with a protective glaze (we recommend Krylon Acrylic Crystal Clear), taking care to keep it off the wood.