How To Remove Wallpaper

Removing Wallpaper in London

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We have also put together a small guide on how to remove tricky wallpaper, giving you the tools to do it yourself. If you would like professional assistance, give us a call today on 0208 088 0624.

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Required Preparation

Prior to removing wallpaper, there are a few things that should be done. As this process can get messy, the area should always be correctly prepared. Cover the floor with a sheet and make sure that any fittings or fixtures on the walls have been safely removed. If this cannot be achieved, then carefully cover them to prevent any damage from occurring.

Firstly, remove the pieces of wallpaper that come off without much resistance. A way to do this is to start in one corner and pull away what will loosen from the wall. When paper is relatively new, you may find it easy to remove entire sheets at a time as it has not bonded itself to the wall.

If you expose the back, hot water can be applied to the wall. This will help to break down the adhesive and enable the paper to be removed. Using a scoring tool will help to speed up the process if it is taking too long. Simply make holes within the wallpaper and then you can carry out the process mentioned above.

Removing Wallpaper

Once any preparation has been finished, you’re ready to remove the wallpaper. The use of fabric softener and hot water can help to make the process even easier. To do this, simply mix it half and half and use it within a spray bottle to disperse the liquid evenly. Other items you can use include a sponge floor mop or everyday sponge. The hotter the water, the quicker this will work. All you need to do is wet small sections at a time and leave for around 15 minutes before scraping it away.

A metal spatula or putty knife can also be used to scrape away any damp wallpaper. However, it is important that you do not apply too much pressure and ensure that any tool used has rounded edges.

If you have plans to paint the wall afterwards, it is crucial that you take extra care when removing wallpaper. When leftover wallpaper paste is covered over, it can cause a few issues. These include flakes, bubbles or chips. To make sure this doesn’t happen, simply use a soapy mixture to rub down the walls afterwards.

Useful Tools

Often hot water will not be enough to remove unwanted wallpaper. If you have older wallpaper, then you may need to use different tools. There are a range of chemical and gel strippers available on the market. With the correct one, you can easily lift and loosen wallpaper that refuses to budge.

Another item you can use is an electric steamer. The moisture created using this will in theory help to move the wallpaper.

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If you are having trouble removing stubborn wallpaper, then simply call our team today on 0208 088 0624.