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Wallpaper Removal This can be one of the
most challenging and rewarding projects. Usually you will not want to
paint or paper over old wallpaper but will want to remove it instead. Often
a home has several layers of old wallpaper that must be removed before
painting or papering. If you do not plan to remove it, repair problem areas
by re-gluing and working out any bubbles until it has a good smooth surface.
If the areas are too bad, you will need to scrape away some of the paper and
fill the area with compound and sand flush. Seal all old wallpaper with an
oil based primer, especially if it is a colored pattern.
Older wallpaper was not made to be easily
removed as is the newer wallpaper. You will need a wallpaper steamer. This
piece of equipment can be rented from an equipment rental yard. The steamer
produces steam which dissolves the old glue and allows you to peel the paper
from the wall. Actually, this sounds a lot easier than it really is. This
can be a time-consuming task. You will need to get all the wallpaper
off. If it does not peel off easily, be prepared to spend the time to
remove all the paper and glue.
To allow the steam to penetrate behind the
wallpaper, nonporous wallpaper such as vinyl must first be scored with a
puncturing roller before steaming. This item should be available with the
steamer from your local rental center.
When using the steamer, start at the top, and
remove one strip of old wallpaper at a time. Working a broad knife (scraper)
behind the paper, work slowly downward allowing the steam to penetrate.
After the wallpaper is removed, check the wall surface and fill any areas
with compound and sand flush. Be sure all glue and paper has been
removed.
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