Wallpapering around corners can be tricky; here's a tip. Split your corner panel lengthwise into two parts and turn the first half around the corner by a quarter inch. Hang the first half, smooth out the bubbles and trim. Then, overlap it with the second half, carefully matching the pattern in the corner. This way, you'll have a plum edge to match with your next panel.

Whether you want to put up new wallpaper or switch to painted walls, removing wallpaper is a key way to give a room a fresh start.

Bob tours a basement recreation room that has recently been remodeled. The walls, ceilings, and floors have all be restored. The living room has been wallpapered and there is a new fireplace mantel. The kitchen has had a face-lift, also, with new wallpaper and cabinets. The bathroom was completely redone. It has new wall tile, a new fiberglass tub, new floor tile and new vanities. Bob meets Tom Lally, the electrician who is installing a very unique light fixture. It is a Paul Revere Lantern made to look like something from long ago. Tom demonstrates how to hang the fixture from the ceiling. Make sure the power is off! Mount the fixture by its bar and hook together the house wiring to the fixture wiring.

Here s another great tip from BobVila.com. Wallpaper can be a beautiful and a long-lasting d cor solution, but when it s time to remove it you need patience, perseverance and a little know-how. There are different techniques for removing every kind of wallpaper, but the tools and preparation are much the same. First and foremost, realize that this is a wet and messy process. Removing or re-covering everything in the room with plastic and masking off trim and windows will eliminate a lot of cleanup hassles. Start at a top corner of the wall and try peeling off any loose areas of the outer layer. Once you ve peeled off everything you can, run a perforation tool over the rest. Mix your removal solution according to the manufacturer s instructions and spray it on with a spray bottle or garden sprayer. Wallpaper remover is an enzyme designed to dissolve the adhesive. Let it sit 5 minutes or so before you start scraping with a putty knife. To avoid damaging the plaster or drywall as you scrape, use only the knife s flat edge and not the corners. You may need to spray again a few times to get it all. Buying or renting a wallpaper steamer can make tough jobs much easier. Use this tool carefully because soaking the drywall or plaster will damage it. Find out more at BobVila.com: the ultimate home improvement web site! 2008 BobVila.com

Here's how to get the most from your home decorating efforts without breaking the bank. Look for good quality furniture with refinishing potential at garage sales, flea markets, or antique shops. Repair and recover them to match your decor. Doing your own painting and wallpapering can save a lot. And remember, you can always get help from a professional decorator on a hourly basis to get you started.

Here's another great tip from BobVila.com. How do you ensure you ll get the selling price you want for your home in a buyer s market? Now is not the time to install those granite countertops you ve been dreaming of because you probably won t get your money back. To get the best price you can without breaking the bank, grab a roller or hire a painter. Paint is the tried-and-true, budget home improvement that realtors recommend. Pay special attention to the areas that potential buyers will see first. On the front fa ade or even just the area around the front door, scrape and repaint any peeling or flaking areas to improve that all-important first impression. Be sure to repair any damage, nail holes or cracks, and choose an eggshell or a matte paint finish to take the focus off any imperfections. If the paint s still in good condition, a light pressure wash will brighten it up and welcome visitors. If your front door is purple or your wallpaper saw Nixon impeached, now is the time to go for cream, white or beige. Some realtors even recommend repainting the whole interior in off-white to provide a clean slate. It might not be your style, but the more neutral your home s color palette, the more possibilities a buyer will see there, and that s where your work will pay off. Find out more at BobVila.com: The ultimate home improvement web site! BobVila.com 2008

Bob meets up with Barbara Mytell from the Cape May chamber of Commerce to tour one of the oldest beach resort towns in New Jersey. They take a horse drawn carriage through town and talk about the Victorian architecture of the homes and hotels. Nancy Thorensen gives bob a tour of Beaver cottage. The home has many of its Victorian features of leaded stained glass and ornamental walls. Bob point out the beautifully carved staircase. The master bedroom is done in Eastlake style furniture.

The technique known as faux painting adds grace and sophistication to any room. These combing effects create rich textures and handmade detail to the wall finish, which cannot be matched by similar wallpaper patterns.

Faux painting adds grace and sophistication to any room. Color washes create a softly patterned handmade effect that cannot be matched by any wallpaper patterns.

Faux leather techniques create striking textures and handmade detail that cannot be matched by similar wallpaper patterns.