Questions About Whiteboard Wallpaper

Welcome to the FAQs for Smarter Surfaces’ Whiteboard Wallpaper. Below we have outlined the answers to the most commonly asked questions.

How To Apply Whiteboard Wallpapers

Our Smart Whiteboard Wallpapers can be applied by professional and non-professional users. They’re applied just like any other commercial wallpaper, using a ready-mixed adhesive. Please ensure you have read our Application Guide below, before beginning the installation.

How is Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper applied?

Read or download our step-by-step Application Guide

Watch our step-by-step Video Application Guide

Combine With

How to make a magnetic whiteboard wall

To create a magnetic whiteboard wall, choose our Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper in a gloss or matt finish. Check out our double and triple functionality range here.

Safety

When to use different types of personal protective equipment

Gloves should be used when applying all Smarter Surfaces™ products.Full health & safety guidelines are printed on the label of every Smarter Surfaces™ product. Please read these before application.

We also advise reading the safety instructions supplied with your ready-mixed adhesive.

Kit Contents

Each Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper kit includes: Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper, microfibre cloth, surface sticker and application guide.

Each Smart Magnetic Wallpaper kit includes: Smart Magnetic Wallpaper, Smart Neo Magnets, surface sticker and application guide.

Each Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen kit includes: Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen (Projector and Whiteboard), microfibre cloth, surface sticker and application guide.

Each Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper kit includes: Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper, microfibre cloth, Smart Neo Magnets, surface sticker, application guide.

Each Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen kit includes: Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper (Projector, Magnetic and Whiteboard), microfibre cloth, Smart Neo Magnets, surface sticker and application guide.

The adhesive is not supplied and should be bought separately. You must use a vinyl over vinyl adhesive for the magnetic wallpapers.

Product Range

Are there different colors available?

Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper is only available in white; Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen (Projector and Whiteboard) is only available in white.

To create a whiteboard surface in any color use Smart Whiteboard Paint – Clear.

Are there different sizes available?

Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper and Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen (Projector and Whiteboard) are available in 53ft² & 107ft².

What are the gloss levels/measurements of Smart Whiteboard Wallpapers?

For Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper and Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper, the Gloss Measurement is 98 GU at 60 degrees
For Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper Low Sheen and Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper Low Sheen the Gloss Measurement is 41 GU at 60 degrees

What types of wallpapers are available?

We have five types of writing wallpapers available at the moment:

Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper (whiteboard functionality with glossy finish).

Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper (whiteboard and magnetic).

Smart Magnetic Wallpaper (magnetic functionality only).

Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen (Projector and Whiteboard functionality with low sheen finish).

Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen ( Projector, Magnetic and Whiteboard Wallpaper functionality).

Cleaning

How to clean a whiteboard wall?

Your writable surface can be wiped clean with a regular dry or slightly damp cloth. For easier cleaning, you can also use any standard Whiteboard Cleaning Spray. For tough or stubborn marks, we recommend customers use our Permanent Ink Remover.

Projectors

What type of projector can be used with Smart Whiteboard
Wallpaper – Low Sheen?

Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen is suitable for use with most projectors, including interactive projectors. Please note: Smart Whiteboard Wallpapers are not interactive whiteboards.

Markers

What type of markers can be used with Smart Whiteboard Wallpapers?

Any high quality whiteboard markers, like those found in our range, can be used.

How to get permanent marker off a whiteboard wall.

First, write over the area with a whiteboard marker. Next, use our Permanent Ink Remover and a microfibre cloth to erase the marker.

How To Make A Whiteboard Wall

Choose Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper to create a high-quality non-ghosting whiteboard surface.

Choose Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper to create a surface that is whiteboard and magnetic, non ghosting and comes in a white gloss finish.

Choose Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen to create a surface that is writable and suitable for use with projectors. Its low sheen finish reduces hotspots, making it the ideal solution for interactive presentations.

Choose Smart Magnetic Whiteboard Wallpaper – Low Sheen to create a surface that is writable, suitable for use with projectors and magnetic.

Such surfaces are typically used for brainstorming, planning, meetings, presentations, demonstrations, videos, classroom based activities and more.

For best results, we recommend using quality whiteboard markers and accessories. We also recommend cleaning the surface daily with a microfibre cloth.

Visit the “How to Use” page of our website to spark your imagination of all the ways you can work better with our products.

Suitable Surfaces

Can Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper be applied on any surface?

Our whiteboard wallpapers are designed to be applied to smooth surfaces. They can also be applied to curved walls. Ensure all debris and previous wallpapers have been removed. Absorbent surfaces should be treated with a primer before application.

What glue to use for whiteboard wallpaper?

Smart Whiteboard Wallpaper can be applied using a ready mixed heavy duty wallpaper adhesive. Simply apply the adhesive to the wall using a roller and then apply the whiteboard wallpaper.

What direction should I hang my whiteboard wallpaper?

Smart Whiteboard Wallpapers can be hung horizontally or vertically, depending on your preference. We recommend hanging the writing wallpaper horizontally to minimize seams on writing areas.

How to hide whiteboard wallpaper seams.

At the joint, overlap the dry erase vinyl and double cut right through with a sharp blade. This will minimize the appearance of seams on your whiteboard surface.

Is there a way to apply the dry wipe wallpaper on the top of wooden linoleum?

Yes, usually you can apply one coat of primer to smooth the surface and then hang the wallpaper on top. If the surface is very rough, then we recommend using a filling compound to make it smooth and before applying the wallpaper.

How can I remove air bubbles in the wallpaper?

Use a utility knife to slit the bubble keeping slit as small as possible.
Push down on the bubble to remove the air from the bubble.
With a syringe or glue applicator, squirt glue into the opening.
Smooth the deflated bubble with a roller.
Wipe off excess adhesive with a damp sponge.

Priming & Sealing

Do I need to prime the surface before applying one of the Smart Whiteboard Wallpapers?

Only absorbent surfaces should be treated with a primer before application. If the surface is uneven you can also apply primer to smooth out the surface.