Home decorating is fraught with decisions, one of which is which wallpaper adhesive to use when applying wallpaper. Here we take a look at five of the most common types of wallpaper adhesives and how and where they can be used in your diy projects: Cold Water Paste Probably one of the most common types of wallpaper adhesive is cold water paste. This adhesive comes in powder form and needs to be mixed with water – hence the name. It is probably the type of wallpaper paste that your parents and your grandparents used to hang wallpaper. It offers a number of advantages when it comes to applying wallpaper. The main advantage is that it takes a while to dry which is actually a huge bonus when it comes to self-decorating projects. The prolonged drying time allows you to reposition and even remove wallpaper with ease – ensuring that you’re completely happy with your wallpaper application before it dries. However cold water paste also has some disadvantages too, the main one being the complexity of the mix. It is vital to get the consistency just right when mixing the powder with the water. If the mixture is too thick, you’ll get lumps under your wallpaper whilst a too runny consistency will result in additional mess and may even reduce the adhesion of the paste. All-Purpose Paste So called all-purpose paste such as Erfurt Mav All Purpose Adhesive, have become one of the best selling varieties of wallpaper adhesives over recent years, probably due to their all-round nature. Designed to be used with virtually any type of wallpaper, all-purpose pastes come in both traditional powder form and ready mixed varieties.  All-purpose pastes usually contain fungicides which prevent mould growth, making them perfect for rooms which are prone to damp conditions like the kitchen or the bathroom. However all-purpose pastes can occasionally cause certain inks used in the wallpaper printing process to bleed so check that the all-purpose paste you choose is compatible with your wallpaper. Heavy Duty Paste Heavy duty wallpaper pastes have a different manufacturing method than cold water pastes. Instead of being water based, they tend to be vinyl-based which offers a stronger hold making it perfect for thick wallpapers. However along with a stronger bond, this type of wallpaper adhesive comes with shorter drying times too, meaning that you have to work quickly with wallpaper application and there is little room for repositioning etc. These types of vinyl based wallpaper adhesives are also more difficult to remove than all-purpose or cold water pastes. Paste The Wall More and more common is the need for convenience when decorating and that has led to an increase in the number of paste the wall adhesives on the market which tend to be ready to use. Although some of these can to be all-purpose varieties, there are many specialist paste the wall adhesives such as Anderton Three in one Damp proof Foil Paper Adhesive. The main advantage of this type of wallpaper adhesive is that it causes less mess during the application process. Ready to Use Paste Ready to use wallpaper paste comes pre-made and can be used immediately. Although it is often more expensive than cold water paste varieties, it offers a number of advantages. The main advantage of this type of wallpaper adhesive is that the consistency is already perfect for application without the risk of thin runny mixes or lumps. Available in a variety of sizes, ready to use pastes tend to be perfect for feature walls and small rooms where not much is required. Now you know the basics of wallpaper adhesives, you should be able to choose the right one for your needs. However if you are in doubt, why not use the Live Chat feature on the Go Wallpaper UK website for additional advice.