Hints from Heloise - Remove wallpaper from old plaster walls
By Hklbrries
Dear Heloise: My daughter has old plaster walls. Unfortunately, there are at least four layers of wallpape on them. How do we go about removing the paper without damaging the walls? -- Diane, via e-mail
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Try using a little fabric softener or liquid starch and water. Score the wallpaper with a wallpaper scorer first. You can find one at most home-improvement stores. Apply the solution and wait. When the wallpaper starts to loosen, start at a corner and gently pull the wallpaper from the wall. Remoisten if the wallpaper is not loose enough.
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If there is glue residue, use my favorite household product: vinegar! Mix a solution of vinegar and water (50/50). Spray it on the area and let sit. Wipe away with an old, clean cloth. Vinegar is a great product to keep around the house. It is good for so many things!
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