Paperhanging tools

Here is list of the basic tools you need for wallpapering but you can manage with less if you haven't got them all.

Scissors. Long bladed (shears) for trimming and various cutting jobs.
Paste brush. A 6" wide distemper type brush is best.
Bucket (2). For mixing and holding the paste. Approx. 10 litre bucket is ideal.
Paperhanging Brush.To smooth out the paper when fixing to wall surface.
Measuring Tape. A retractable metal tape is usually the easiest to work with.
Plumb (Line) Bob. A weight attached to a string to set vertical lines.
1 metre Spirit Level. Can be used in conjuction with or instead of the plumb line.
Seam Roller. A small wooden or plastic roller about 1½ inches wide to flatten the joints. It is possible to get stainless steel ones.
Smoothing Roller. For more delicate types of paper.
Papering table. For cutting and pasting the paper on.
Pencil. For marking walls and paper for trimming. STRICTLY no biros or felts.
Bucket of clean water and sponge. To remove paste from surface of paper.
Craft Knife. Excellent for trimming paper in awkward places and better than scissors on vinyls.
Blunt knife or scraper. To crease the paper correctly before trimming.
Casing wheel. Experience is needed to use a casing wheel or casing blade well.
Clean sponge. Keep with bucket of clean water to wipe surplus paste from the front of the wallpaper.

It is not advisable to try and use a casing wheel until you have seen one used by someone experienced.