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Steam and Scrape Wallpaper

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What happens here

Fill the reservoir of the wallpaper steamer with water according to the manufacturer's instructions and allow it to heat up. Once the steamer is ready, hold the steam plate firmly against a section of the wallpaper for approximately 20-30 seconds. The steam will penetrate the wallpaper and loosen the adhesive beneath. You'll notice the wallpaper becoming softer and potentially bubbling or changing color. Immediately after steaming, use a wallpaper scraper or putty knife to gently slide under the edge of the softened wallpaper and peel it away from the wall. Work in small sections, continuously applying steam to loosen the paper and then scraping it off. Be careful not to gouge the wall surface with the scraper. For stubborn areas, reapply steam for a longer duration.

Goal: Remove wallpaper from the wall

Tools and materials

  • Protective GlovesProtecting hands from heat and moisture
  • Wallpaper ScraperPeeling off softened wallpaper
  • Wallpaper Steamer WagnerApplying steam to loosen wallpaper adhesive
  • Water Tap waterFilling the wallpaper steamer's reservoir to generate steam