Shoji Paper Mounting Instructions

Guide to Mounting Shoji with Expert Tips

Shoji Paper Mounting Instructions-Papier

Our mounting instructions as videos (redirect to YouTube, also see below)

 

Guide to Mounting Shoji with Expert Tips

Standard Paper  

A water-soluble paste is important so that the paper can be easily removed during repairs or replacement (moisten with a sponge, peel off)

  • Place the smooth side of the paper (the visible side) facing outward
  • Fix one side (with tape or clamps)
  • Unroll the paper
  • Align it straight
  • Apply glue to all the slats (possibly moisten the glue area slightly before applying the paste)
  • Work cleanly; excess paper can cause stains
  • Glue the paper on (gently pulling), smooth from the inside to the outside
  • Release the fixation and work on that part as well
  • Trim excess paper with a cutter (paste still not completely dry)
  • Let it dry
  • Spray with water from the back (use a typical plastic spray bottle, not too wet, just "mist")
  • Let it dry
  • The paper will tighten like a drum skin
  • For order numbers 10.05 and 10.06, smooth mounting is easier if the paper is lightly sprayed beforehand

Special Paper

Order numbers 10.30 to 10.39 are fixed with double-sided tape and not sprayed, as they do not tighten afterward; the appearance will remain as shown during mounting. Light tightening of order numbers 10.35, 10.38, and 10.39 through dampening is conditionally possible.  

  • Before processing, adjust the temperature to that of the intended installation location. Process at a slightly warmer temperature rather than too cold, as the mounting may otherwise "sag" too easily (expansion of the film)
  • Apply tape to all the slats
  • Smooth from the center to the outside
  • Ensure that the paper does not get twisted diagonally
  • The paper should not touch a crease (if present), as this will cause folds

 

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Instructions for Mounting Shoji with Natural Paper (Paste)

Instructions for Mounting Shoji with Tear-Resistant Paper (Tape)