3 Easy Steps to Remove Wallpaper

3 Easy Steps to Remove Wallpaper

17th Oct 2017

1. Wet it

You could start by trying to remove the wallpaper by hand without water. If this fails you will need to spray or steam the paper.

We would recommend spraying the paper with warm water to help separate it from the wall. The best method would be to buy a steamer which would cost you about €40 but a spray bottle will work too .Cover the floors with plastic or a drop cloth, and generously spritz the entire wall.

2. Scrape it

After letting the water soak in for a few minutes, you can start to scrape off the paper. If you're still having trouble, you might need to spray the wall again.

Be careful not scratch the wall underneath..

3. Wash it

Once all the paper is gone, it is time to wash the wall so you can remove any excess primer or paste. Use a damp a sponge with water and go over the wall several times. If you don’t wash off the old paste you are going to have problems when you try to paint or re-wallpaper, so this step is very important.