Use a Wallpaper Steamer

Description

A wallpaper steamer uses hot steam to loosen the adhesive quickly and efficiently, often reducing the need for scoring or chemical removers.

Recipe/Instructions

1. Rent or purchase an electric wallpaper steamer.
2. Protect floors and surroundings.
3. Fill the steamer's reservoir with water according to instructions and let it heat up.
4. Hold the steamer's pad flat against a section of the wallpaper for the recommended time (usually 15-30 seconds) until the steam penetrates and softens the paper and glue.
5. Move the steamer pad to an adjacent area while using a scraper to peel off the section just steamed. The wallpaper should come off more easily.
6. Work methodically across the wall.
7. Be careful working with steam to avoid burns. Keep the steamer pad moving to avoid oversaturating and damaging the drywall.
8. Wash walls afterward to remove residue.

What makes the Dish Special

N/A - Often faster and uses only water/steam, effective on multiple layers or stubborn adhesive.