Back Drops: advice please

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Chops
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Finally getting back to working on my beloved "Henley." I will be using these back boards to create
a scaffold to drape the plastic over when not in use. Dust is a major issue in El Paso. Question is,
what is the best way to affix the print upon the board? I did this once before using a wash of white glue
and water and it wrinkled badly. Thank you, in advance.
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Would double sided tape be the answer?
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I’ve just done my two boards with double sided tape. Very easy and no wrinkles. R-
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Thinned wallpaper paste, care and a SLIGHTLY damp sponge should do it - but don't rub too hard or else the surface will damage. If yr good at decorating its no prob, if not, it is, if you see what I mean!
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Double sided tape. I used the wide carpet tape.
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I’m pretty good at decorating and used wallpaper paste..........disaster. Next time it’s double sided tape.
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I used spray adhesive for mine (available from art shops).
You need to do it in a well ventilated area and take care not to get any kinks etc. as you can't really reposition it once you have laid it.
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Well, I ended up dribbling a little white glue on the back board, and the results look pretty good, thanks all.
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