The product we tried:
Here's my 2 cents. There is only ONE way/product that will remove wallpaper. All others (despite their claims) will fail and make you swear like a sailor till the early morn.
I repeat: NOTHING ELSE WORKS.
So buy one of these:
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 Wagner Power Products 282018 1-Gallon Wallpaper Steamer |
Or: Just spend 20 hours and $100 on other products before you go back and buy one of these in desperation!
Either way.
Your choice.
I am pretty sure your idea of swearing is saying friggin. I won't go so far to say the F work, but I have been known at time or two to say SOB. Looks like a lot of work, but it always is to make it YOURS!
ReplyDeleteI have way more experience with Wall paper than I can to even talk about. In our last house one room had 3 layers on top of each other. I have found that the very best method is to pull off the top layer exposing the paper layer (using a scraper), then using super hot water in a spray bottle. that method even got wallpaper off a wall with only drywall no paint. Total cost ZERO! good luck with the removal - never any fun....
ReplyDeleteWallpaper removal has to be one of my absolute least favorite things to do. Congrats on making so much progress!!
ReplyDeleteI took off the walpaper of a bathroom this past January. What a horrid job, about ruined ny wrist. None of the liquid removal agents worked... What worked best for us wa plain old cheap vinegar in a spray bottle. Spray, wait, spray and wait. The paper eventually lifted and I could scrape.
ReplyDeleteOn the next bathroom, I am renting a steamer!! (That's a January cooped up in the cold Michigan winter project for me.)
Small House / Big Sky Donna
http://smallhouseunderabigsky.wordpress.com
Great advice! I removed floor to ceiling wallpaper in my teeny tiny powder room using a scorer thingy (I'm very technical) and a bottle filled with water and fabric softener. So very messy ... but the room, I and the whole house smelled so fresh!
ReplyDeleteIf I ever had to do again I would buy or rent a steamer!
Linda
Found you at Kristi's MIHM ...
ReplyDeleteYour post on the “Wallpaper Removal Attempt” was so relatable and brought a smile to my face! Anyone who’s taken on a DIY project knows the surprises that come with something that seems “simple” at first. Wallpaper removal can definitely test your patience, but I admire your determination and honesty about the process. It’s one of those tasks that really makes you appreciate the value of professional help. For homeowners looking to go beyond wallpaper and make larger design changes, R for Remodelers offers expert remodeling services. Their experienced team can transform challenging spaces into beautifully finished rooms with ease, saving time, stress, and ensuring high-quality results every step of the way.