Depends on how old and stuck it is. We have painted right over it. I would try a small area first and if it bubbles out, meaning the wallpaper is releasing from the wall, then you have to remove the wallpaper which can be a chore sometimes
It has to be completely sealed, no seams showing. Then clean, prime, and paint. If you want to remove the paper, I can give you pointers. I've removed it from probably a hundred rooms so I have it down to a specific process now.
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Depends on how old and stuck it is. We have painted right over it. I would try a small area first and if it bubbles out, meaning the wallpaper is releasing from the wall, then you have to remove the wallpaper which can be a chore sometimes
It has to be completely sealed, no seams showing. Then clean, prime, and paint. If you want to remove the paper, I can give you pointers. I've removed it from probably a hundred rooms so I have it down to a specific process now.
Here's an article that you might find helpful.
https://www.diynetwork.com/made-and-remade/learn-it/how-and-when-to-paint-over-wallpaper
Here is a good post on painting wallpaper https://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/home-diy/painting/paint-over-wallpaper2.htm
This may help: https://salvagedinspirations.com/painting-over-wallpaper/