Wallpaper: How to take it off?

Taking back the wallpaper: 3 easy and effective solutions

Better technique: the damper

Presentation

In my opinion, the best technique pour Take off your wallpaper easily, is the use of a steam bar. Thanks to the offshot, rapid and efficient solutionyou can find clean walls and thus go to thenext step : a new decoration Trendy, chic or modern thanks to painting or laying a new tapestry.

What is a steam bar et how it works ?
The principe a paper offset is rather simplethis is a machine with water tank. Once connected, the water heats up for a while (principle of the electric kettle). As soon as the heating temperature is reached, from the water vapor emerges from tray : you can then attack your mission «Wallpaper takeoff». You also need to have a Small smooth spatula which will help you take off the paper. My advice: Taking down the paper from top to bottom.

Renovation: surprises under the wallpaper!

I share a hassle encountered on my Last renovation site And I explain to you Why steam bar made us win in temps and in efficiency.
This is my brother’s house and my sister-in-law, we launched a family challenge : «3 months to renovate». You can also find the details of this challenge in a special article «My challenge»!

When visiting the house, the tapestries are dated and a total renovation is envisaged. Ok, we are by the way and we are ready for a workshop «We set off the walls» ! Only here, starting the site, we realize that wallpaper were laid each other… The house dates from the 50s…, I let you imagine the number of layers of paper … In some rooms, we have found up to 5 layers of wallpaper To be removed from which some papers had been placed on polystyrene plates…. In short, the workshop «We set off the walls» lasted several days, even several weeks … fortunately, we had Two steam offsets at the disposal of what allowed us to work out ! On this project, it will be necessary to prepare the walls (coating, sanding, underlay of paint) before moving on to decoration!

Here are some photos to give you an overview of the task.

Old method

There is a other method To take off the wallpaper. Old method and therefore economic since you will only need a basin (or bucket), a spongefrom thehot water and a little laundry or from Dishwashing liquid. You can also use a spray, Fill it with your mixture and spray on your wallpaper. The principle ishumidify your walls until the wallpaper be enough soak to be withdrawn thanks to the spatula. This method is only possible if you have only one layer of wallpaper to remove. One watchword: the patience !!

Ecological method

I also offer you a method said » ecological«. It’s about using a mélange based on white vinegar and ofeau (proportion: half water and half white vinegar in a bowl or bucket). The technique will be the same as for the old method explained above. It is also possible to add a tablespoon of baking soda to this mixture. Again, one watchword: the patience !!

Preparation of the site to take off the wallpaper

Before you get into the workshop «Take off the wallpaper»a few essential steps are to be expected. You have to think about protect your soil (Cardboard, plastic cover, etc.). In addition, whatever the method chosen, you use theeauit is therefore essential to cut electricity and Protect your electrical sockets, switches…

I also advise you to provide large trash bags To clean your site as you go. Indeed, the pieces of paper peelled are damp and all sticky. I reveal you My technique to avoid going up and down from the stepladder and for gain in stability.

I use a Table to work in height easily. I move the table as I advance on my wall. I thus have the place to put offsproper, basin, tools…, in short everything I need!

Renovation advice

As part of a renovation with several detaping parts, it is obvious that the steam bar you will earn and considerable time. If you do not want to invest, know that there are Rentals between individualsof the Rentals in DIY stores. Also think of ask those around youperhaps a benevolent soul will gladly lend you its equipment. Some wallpaper sales areas put to your provision for free Loan of the roofer when you buy your rolls of paper. This is the case, for example at » 4 murs«, I invite you to find out directly with the reseller store in your region.

You can also invest In the equipment: Buy a steam barrier.

Identify the type of wallpaper

There is another point not to neglect Before removing your wallpaper. You must identifier what Wallpaper type it is. Indeed, let us take the example of vinyl wallpaperused in wet rooms such as the kitchen and the bathroom. This type of wallpaper is impermeable. It will therefore be necessary to use a metal brush, sandpaper or an electric sander so as to reach the glue. Then you can use the method of your choice to detaping your part.

I hope you enjoyed this article and that you will have made you want to detap at home. Do not hesitate to share in the comments your experiences, your questions …
Also be aware that when you want to put a new wallpaper, it is possible to ask for samples. The samples will allow you to soak up your choice before validating it.
So you will not be disappointed once the room is finished!

And if you have a doubt, know that the expertise of a interior designer may help you In Your decor !

See you soon and Good decor to you ! And above all, don’t forget! Most important is create you a decor Who you like and who you look like you ! Ah! I forgot, if that tempted you, I invite you to join mon Facebook group To exchange around the decor, your ideas, your questions or even your problems … To join the group, it’s very simple, you just have to Click here !

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