How to Hang Wallpaper Around Outlets

Read how to install your wallpaper around outlets and on your outlet covers.

Hang Wallpaper Around Outlets

• Turn off the electrical power.
• Remove outlet cover with a screwdriver.
• Hang wallpaper strip over outlet.
• Using a utility knife, carefully cut an "X" into the wallpaper over the socket or switch and trim each of the 4 flaps to edges of outlet. Make sure your cut-out is smaller than the wall plate.
• Smooth wallpaper into place around the socket to get a good seal.
• Re-install the wall plate over the wallpaper.

Wallpaper Solid Plastic Outlet Covers & Switch Plates

• Turn off the electrical power.
• Remove outlet cover with a screwdriver.
• Using extra wallpaper, cut a piece lightly larger (1/2 inch) than the outlet plate.
• Make sure the cut piece lines up with the pattern on the wall.
• Trim the edges and tuck them in tightly to the back of the plate.
• Wait until the wallpaper is dry, then use a sharp razor knife to cut out the slot for the switch or plug.
• Reattach the outlet plate to the wall with screws.

Wallpaper Clear Plastic Outlet Covers & Switch Plates

• These consist of a top and a bottom piece. Cut the wallpaper only slightly larger (1/2 inch or 1.25 centimeters) than the outlet plate, and snap the two pieces into place around it.
• Fold or glue the edges underneath the outlet plate.
• Cut out the center opening and attach to the wall with coordinating screws.