The easiest way is with a steamer. Another option is to score the paper and spray on warm water mixed with fabric softner, allow to soak in, and scrape off.
I read somewhere that you can use a mixture of liquid fabric softener and water in a spray bottle. Generously spray a section, let it sit for 10 minutes or so, then it should peel right off...you may need to use a scraper to get the tougher spots.
Start with paint tray, a long handle to attach a paint roller. The handle you can buy at Homedepot. Fill the tray with hot tap water. Roll the roller in the water, and drag off the excess. Roll the wall from the bottom up, and after you do the wall, scrape the paper off with a large putty knife, from the bottom up. After the walls are done, wash the paste off with warm water and a sponge
Using a steamer is easiest and a good investment for large areas. Otherwise, there are a lot of premade stripping formulas you can purchase. Both will require a scraper.
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Hi Ardtsr, The easiest way is to use a wallpaper steamer. You can get one at Lowe's or Walmart, or you can rent one. Here's a how to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yjaZacfzXzc&t=164s
Good luck!
The easiest way is with a steamer. Another option is to score the paper and spray on warm water mixed with fabric softner, allow to soak in, and scrape off.
Sometimes just soaking it will soften the glue. A scraper might be necessary. There are products at your wallpaper store that will work too.
I read somewhere that you can use a mixture of liquid fabric softener and water in a spray bottle. Generously spray a section, let it sit for 10 minutes or so, then it should peel right off...you may need to use a scraper to get the tougher spots.
Start with paint tray, a long handle to attach a paint roller. The handle you can buy at Homedepot. Fill the tray with hot tap water. Roll the roller in the water, and drag off the excess. Roll the wall from the bottom up, and after you do the wall, scrape the paper off with a large putty knife, from the bottom up. After the walls are done, wash the paste off with warm water and a sponge
Use a cloths steamer
Using a steamer is easiest and a good investment for large areas. Otherwise, there are a lot of premade stripping formulas you can purchase. Both will require a scraper.