No More Wall Paper Woes

No More Wall Paper Woes

If you've finally had enough of the brown floral wallpaper in your hallway then take some action! Removing wallpaper may seem like an overwhelming job but the end result's well worth the effort. You can of course rent a steamer or purchase chemically based wallpaper removal paste but we have two solutions below that are much less expensive and just as effective:

• Mix equal parts of white vinegar and hot water. Use a paint roller or large brush to apply the solution onto your wallpaper. Once it has throughly soaked through, the paper should peel off easily.
• Use a spray bottle filled with a half-and-half mixture of fabric conditioner and hot water and apply to the wallpaper. Leave on for about 30 seconds and then scrape and peel away.

Removing wallpaper can be a messy job so make sure you prepare the room first by laying drop cloths over your furniture and the floor and have a garbage can handy for cleanup. Once all the wallpaper has been removed, wash the walls with warm water and let them dry throughly before prepping the walls to be painted. Wallpaper's not as hard to remove as most people think so don't let it deter you from buying your next home.