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Camille S Roswell, GA on Jan 06, 2012
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How can we get very old, stubborn wallpaper off our walls without ruining the wallboard?

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  • Cher D Elyria, OH
    Try downy fabric softener and water 50/50.. do not use that item..that everybody says to use.. sorry do not know the name .. it is round and perforates the wallpaper..it will make it a lot more difficult .. it will tear up the wallpaper...

    1.Put your solution a spray bottle

    2.. let .it soak for about 10 minutes ...»

    3. take a large putty knife and start to scrape.. (make sure you put down to protect your floors)

    4. may have to repeat this a few times

    I am been taking off wallpaper since I was 13...my first big..job my mom gave me.

    Hope this helps

    on Jan 06, 2012 · Like 1
  • Steve G Fort Collins, CO
    I have heard from previous, similar posts that vinegar water works, too, but I am glad to say i have never tackled that project.
    on Jan 06, 2012 · Like 0
  • SheilaG, Plum Doodles Acworth, GA
    Any cheap fabric softener will do, best thing I've heard to work, and the cheapest.
    on Jan 06, 2012 · Like 0
  • Harold M Franklin, NC
    I like a product called "Chomp" Works very well and doesn't destroy the drywall. Waterbased product
    on Jan 07, 2012 · Like 0
  • P.j. C Petersburg, IN
    Having tried several of the above methods to strip layers of wallpaper in our 5400 sf/160 yr-old house, I highly recommend using a Wagner 705 power steamer. You should be able to find a good used model on eBay for under $50 including s/h, & can always sell it when you're finished. The 'paper tiger' is the tool referred to above, but you won't need one with the steamer--unless the paper has been painted & won't allow the steam to penetrate.
    on Jan 07, 2012 · Like 1

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