When we call a place home, instead of a house, we’re ascribing a sort of positive emotion to it. But on the flip side, a windowless, empty house can evoke melancholy, sad, and even spooky emotions as our brains wonder why the people left in the first place. Mortgage costs are boring, it must be ghosts.
Abandoned Celtic castle ruin
This Facebook page captures the essence of the uncanny and undiscovered abandoned beauties and gives us a peek into places that aren’t generally seen by the public.
France has over 30,000 castles, and sadly a large number of them are abandoned or at risk. But let’s meet the peculiar ghost on a quest to haunt them through his lens… French photographer and explorer, Jim Carroll, who also goes by the pseudonym “A Peculiar Ghost”, is one of our favourite follows on Instagram. There’s…
When we call a place home, instead of a house, we’re ascribing a sort of positive emotion to it. But on the flip side, a windowless, empty house can evoke melancholy, sad, and even spooky emotions as our brains wonder why the people left in the first place. Mortgage costs are boring, it must be ghosts.
Water Wheel, Cordoba, Spain • Chateau Jbb, France • Rustic • Abandoned Church • Frozen in Time • More ...
This is the final part, Part 3, of a series of posts about our two-week journey across Italy to visit abandoned villas, hospitals…
Mural Description The Lichtenstein Castle is located in Schloss, Germany Materials MATERIAL COMPATIBILITY We strive to help you choose the right material for your wall mural project. Our products are designed to work on ideally prepared surfaces, preferably smooth walls with a high-quality paint and primer. While we do offer materials compatible with varying wall surface types, some paints may inhibit adhesion of peel-and-stick products, and some wall textures may not provide enough surface area to stick; a combination of those two make it even trickier. There are endless combinations of wall paint and wall textures out there and we can’t test all of them. If you're unsure, we recommend ordering swatches of our materials to test adhesion prior to installation. If you believe your wall surface may be a problem, please consider our pasted products, UltraStik™ (pre-pasted) and ProStik™ (requires paste), for a more universally compatible installation or take the necessary steps to properly prepare your wall surface as described in detail below. Modern Paint Formulations: Some modern wall paints can make self-adhesive (peel and stick) murals more challenging to install. Washable, durable, low-VOC and No-VOC paints may contain additives which can inhibit proper mural adhesion. Proper cleaning and dry time of the wall surface with a mixture of isopropyl alcohol (70%) and water (30%) MAY significantly improve the adhesion. However, we highly recommend preparing the surface in advance using a primer/sealer product like Zinsser® Gardz® by Rust-Oleum®, which can be found at most hardware stores. Use this clear coat sealant to cover the area where the mural will be applied to the wall surface. Wait at least 24 hours (preferably longer) before installing the mural. If applying to newly painted walls, wait 10-14 days before installation. Unpainted drywall, or walls with inferior paint applications, may be problematic and need attention before beginning your mural installation. Contact Us if you have questions. Wall Textures: Many walls have been treated with an added decorative texture like orange peel, knockdown, stipple, etc. For these wall surface textures, it is crucial that they are properly prepared and the right mural material is chosen for peel and stick materials. If possible, consider smoothing out your wall texture with a skim-coating of drywall compound before priming and painting; this will give the ideal wall surface with few imperfections. If skim-coating is not an option, sand any rough areas and eliminate as many high spots and ridges as possible, and consider applying a primer/sealer product like Zinsser® Gardz® by Rust-Oleum®, which can be found at most hardware stores. Use this clear coat sealant to cover the area where the mural will be applied to the wall surface. Wait at least 24 hours (preferably longer) before installing the mural. **We aim to address customer concerns such as these and provide suggestions for the best mural experience for our customers. Magic Murals cannot accept, refund or replace returned murals due to incompatible wall surfaces. Ultimately, it is the customer’s responsibility to install a mural according to its instructions and take the necessary steps to properly prepare the wall surface prior to installation.** COMPARE OUR MATERIALS Our materials feature a matte finish for extremely vibrant colors and reduced glare. All our mural materials and inks are fire tested and safe for families. QuikStik™ for Smooth Walls Peel and Stick Vinyl Removable and Re-Positionable Low Glare Matte Finish Manufactured in the USA Installation Guide UltraStik™ Wallpaper Pre-pasted Water Activated Wallpaper Eco-Friendly, Easy to Remove Low Glare Matte Finish Manufactured in the USA Installation Guide ProStik™ Wallpaper Fabric backed, Unpasted Heavy Duty Vinyl Professional Installation Recommended For smooth and select textured surfaces Installation Guide ecoProStik™ Wallpaper Eco-Friendly Non-PVC Type II wallpaper, Unpasted Professional Installation Recommended For smooth and select textured surfaces Installation Guide Learn more and compare application types about each of our materials, including special order materials available by request. FAQ Frequently Asked Questions How long does it take to get my mural once I place the order? We ship most murals within 2 to 3 business days of receiving the order. Once shipped, please allow 2 to 3 additional days for delivery to most locations in the U.S. How large can you print a mural? Our murals are available in almost any size you'd like but the standard sizes are small, medium and large. If you would like a custom sized mural with your own dimensions, just select the image, input your desired height and width, and then add it to your cart. Will I be able to install my Magic Mural by myself? Magic Murals are very easy to install when following our detailed step-by-step instructions. An installation sheet is included in the package when you receive it. The installation guides are also available to download from our website. Do you have murals for exterior walls? We have a wide variety of other specialty materials available and will be glad to recommend a material that meets your project requirements. Just contact us to discuss the details of your project. Can you recommend an installer? Sure, we can help you find someone who will. The Wallcovering Installers Association is an organization of wallcovering installers dedicated to superior craftsmanship in the hanging of every type of wallpaper. Locate an installer here. Testimonials Kind Words from Our Customers "Your company was able to merge the two murals without compromising the resolution to custom fit our wall." Dori M. "It is spectacular, and we will continue to refer friends and family to Magic Murals!" Benita C. "Check out our new customer testimonial wall mural! Big thanks to @magicmurals! We love it!" Morrisville, NC "I am so pleased how it turned out!" Lisa S.
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This Facebook page captures the essence of the uncanny and undiscovered abandoned beauties and gives us a peek into places that aren’t generally seen by the public.
Castles are one of the most iconic landmarks in Scotland. They simply just ooze history. The entire country of Scotland is breathtaking and a wonderful place to take a road trip through. There are so many castles in Scotland that it would be near impossible to see all of them
