Choosing the right decoupage paper can make or break your craft project. Whether you’re transforming furniture, upcycling home décor, or diving into a DIY craft, understanding the difference between paper types is key to achieving a beautiful, lasting finish.
In this post, we’ll compare paper ranges: Deluxe Decoupage Papers and Super Luxe Rice Decoupage Papers. We’ll explain the benefits of each, when to use them, and why the blue backing on our Deluxe papers makes them a game-changer.
What Is the Best Paper for Decoupage?
When it comes to decoupage projects, crafters typically choose between standard printed papers, tissue paper, and rice paper for decoupage.
Our premium options…Deluxe and Super Luxe Rice…combine professional quality with beautiful designs to help you create eye-catching results with less effort.
Let’s explore each type.
Deluxe Decoupage Papers….Bold, Vivid, and Blue-Backed… https://itssochicinteriors.co.uk/product-category/a0-a1-a2-a3-deluxe-decoupage-papers/
Our Printed Deluxe Decoupage Papers are designed to deliver vibrant decoupage designs. A heavier weight paper than rice or tissue type papers giving the benefit of being easier to apply for a smooth flat finish.
What makes them unique?
Blue-Backed for Versatile Application
Unlike many decoupage papers that require a white or light base coat, these papers have a blue backing that prevents colour loss.
That means you can apply them over dark, painted, or stained surfaces without the colours becoming washed out or muted.
This saves time…no need for undercoating…and gives you more creative flexibility.
Super Luxe Rice Decoupage Papers…Soft, Romantic, and Elegant….https://itssochicinteriors.co.uk/product-category/super-luxe-rice-decoupage-paper/
Our Super Luxe Rice Papers offer a different look and feel. These papers are soft, lighter weight than the deluxe decoupage papers, a museum quality paper, designed for fine art printing.
The beautiful paper has a warm tone and while the printing quality is still excellent, the colours are slightly softer and a little muted giving a nostalgic, elegant style to your decoupage.
An environmentally friendly, smooth rice paper, made of recycled ‘fibers’, holds the FSC mark of approval for responsible forestry.
How to Apply Decoupage Paper Like a Pro
Regardless of which paper you choose, the process of applying decoupage paper is the same:
Prep your surface…sand lightly and clean thoroughly.
Apply full strength PVA glue, thinly and evenly and allow to go slightly tacky.https://itssochicinteriors.co.uk/product-category/squeegee-and-replacement-felt-edging/
Place the paper carefully and smooth out wrinkles with a felt edged squeegee
Seal with a topcoat for protection and durability.
For Deluxe decoupage papers, feel free to skip the white base coat. For Super Luxe Rice, use a white or lighter background to keep colours vibrant.
No matter your style or skill level, both collections offer high-quality results for all your creative projects.
Browse Our Full Decoupage Paper Range…. https://itssochicinteriors.co.uk/shop/
Ready to get started? Explore our collection of premium decoupage papers and find the perfect design for your next masterpiece.
