ᐅ How can I remove old vinyl wallpaper?

Created on: 2 Oct 2012 17:03
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I am currently trying to update our house and am removing the old wallpaper in the hallway. It has a kind of plastic foam coating on the surface, which makes it very difficult to remove with water. I have to go over it with a sponge for a long time to reach the base layer. Overall, using a scraper to remove it is just as time-consuming. Does anyone have any tips on how to remove this stubborn wallpaper as quickly as possible?
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Kurt1985-1
11 Dec 2014 15:58
You need to know how to handle a wallpaper spiked roller properly. I once applied too much pressure and ended up tearing deep holes in the plaster. It took me some time to get the hang of using this spiked roller. Slowly roll it over the entire wallpaper, which creates small perforations in the paper. Then soak it thoroughly, and the wallpaper will come off easily.
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Renif-1
12 Dec 2014 08:07
You definitely need to know how to handle a wallpaper scorer properly. However, a professional can do this for you.
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Jonas-1
13 Dec 2014 09:40
Precisely, and here the saying applies: stick to what you know. But I don’t understand that, after some attempts this wallpaper spiker can be used perfectly.

At least, I had no problems with it.