How can I easily cover wallpaper?
What’s the easiest way to cover wallpaper?
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Remove paper. You can paint over take your chances how long it willl last. I say remove paper for a lasting project.
Hi Mema,
Yes, remove the wall paper. The moisture in the paint may loosen the paper, creating a bigger problem.
Hi Debbie! You can wallpaper over old paper or paint. It all depends on what you wish to do. Good luck on your project!
https://homeguides.sfgate.com/cover-wallpaper-walls-35532.html
https://www.hunker.com/13413769/how-to-cover-up-old-wallpaper
http://www2.benjaminmoore.com/en-ca/for-your-home/painting-over-wallpaper
(Benjamin Moore is a great paint. We just did our kitchen walls and we always use Benjamin Moore because it goes on nicely & are more pleased with the way it looks).
The best (highest quality) option is to remove the wall paper...then, spackle, prime, and paint. If the wallpaper is firmly attached to the wall, you could just prime & paint the wallpaper. Good luck!