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Wallpaper is back as a decorating favorite.
But before you roll, the old wallpaper and the glue it leaves behind should be removed.
If practical, it’s also a good idea to turn off the electricity to the work area.
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Cover the floor with plastic tarps that are taped securely in place with painter’s tape.
Stir well to mix.
Fill a second bucket with clean warm water that you will use for rinsing the wall after scrubbing.
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Always work from the top down.
Dip a cellulose sponge into the solution and wring until it is not dripping but still quite wet.
Rub the sponge over a section of the glue-covered wall.
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Rewet the sponge frequently as you move down the wall.
The goal here is to thoroughly moisten the glue, not to scrub it off.
The glue will have softened so you may be able to simply wipe it away with the cloth.
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Rinse the cloth frequently, especially if it is picking up remnants of wallpaper backing material.
Work slowly with gentle pressure to prevent gouge marks on the wall.
you’ve got the option to scrub more freely onplaster walls.
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Rinse and Dry the Wall
Once the adhesive is removed.
Dip a clean microfiber cloth in the fresh water and wring until only slightly damp.
Wipe down the walls to get rid of all of the adhesive.
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Allow the area to air-dry at least overnight before attempting to paint or repaper the room.
Removing unsightly glue streaks can be easy if handled properly.
The Spruce / Sanja Kostic
The Spruce / Sanja Kostic
The Spruce / Sanja Kostic
The Spruce / Sanja Kostic
