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Wallpaper removal is painless, easy
Grown tired of your wallpaper? If you've ever tried stripping wallpaper using a homemade vinegar-and-water solution - or a heavy commercial
steamer -
you know what a tedious,
unpleasant and time-consuming task it can be.
But removing wallpaper is easy if you follow a few simple steps and use products that are available at your local home center, paint retailer or hardware store. Here are some tips from the home improvement experts at Zinsser:
The secret weapon: The secret behind easy wallpaper removal is to loosen the glue underneath. Perforate the surface with a scoring tool. Its cutting action perforates the wallpaper and allows the wallpaper stripper to penetrate through the paper and breakdown the glue. The more holes you make, the faster and easier the paper will come off the walls.
The magic potion: After perforating the wallpaper, apply a wallpaper stripper. It's available in an economical concentrate, a fast-acting liquid or a ready-to-use gel for stubborn wallpaper. Apply to one wall at a time, starting at the top and working your way down, to breakdown the wallpaper paste. Walk away and let it work its magic! In about 15 to 20 minutes, the wallpaper will be ready to be removed.
The wall protector: Remove the wallpaper using a scraping tool. The tool scrapes off stubborn sections of paper without damaging the surface of the wall. Once all the wallpaper has been removed, reapply the wallpaper stripper for 15 to 20 minutes to remove any remaining glue. Scrape away the glue residue, and wipe down the walls with a damp sponge and your're ready to decorate!
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