Wallpaper Remover

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Materials:

3 gallons hot water
one 22-oz. bottle of wallpaper remover
1/4 cup liquid fabric softener
1 cup white vinegar
2 Tbs. baking soda

Steps:

  1. Using a tool called a paper tiger (perforation tool), perforate the surface of the paper.

  2. Spray this solution in three coats.

  3. Cover the walls in plastic and allow to sit overnight.

  4. The paper should fall of with ease.
Resources
Ortho's Painting & Wallpapering
by Sharon M. Ross and Robert J. Beckstrom (Editor) (ISBN: 0897212592)
Ortho Books, 1995
Order this title.

Meredith Books
Website: www.meredith.com
Guests
Brian Santos
Wallpaper Expert, "The Wall Wizard"
Website: www.thewizardsworkshop.com
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