Thin Blade for cutting wallpaper?

[Newbie_Neil]

Hi all

I've just taken down curtain rails etc. and I need to patch the wallpaper.

Can anyone recommend a fine blade and holder. My craft knife, even with a new blade, is too thick. I don't want to use a razor blade as I don't have a holder. Can anyone think of something in between?

Thanks, in advance.
Neil

 

[Alf]

Scalpel?

 

[mudman]

Neil,

I'd use the razor blade but wrap one side in duct tape as a holder. Works for me.

 

[Noel]

Neil, razor blade, make a little holder outta MDF or something. With MDF just spilt (slightly) with a chisel and bung the blade in. Dead easy. And don't cut yourself.

Noel

 

[Newbie_Neil]

Hi all

Thank you very much.

I'll have to overcome my aversion to razor blades and buy a packet. :shock:

Thanks again.
Neil

 

[Les Mahon]

Newbie_Neil,

I'll have to overcome my aversion to razor blades and buy a packet.

Time to change your name to bearded neil then :lol:

 

[thewoodgnome]

They do say a tear/rip when glued is less noticeable than a cut......but i guess the paper has to be there in the first place

Paul

 

[Newbie_Neil]

Hi Paul

They do say a tear/rip when glued is less noticeable than a cut

I always used to do that, but I saw that when the decorator did the same thing that he made a curved cit and it was very good.

Cheers
Neil

 

[Newbie_Neil]

Hi Les

Time to change your name to bearded neil then

After reading your post, I put my safety glasses on and looked in the mirror. :norm:

Oh no, I look just like Philly. :shock:

Cheers
Neil