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How to Remove Wallpaper From Walls, Step by Step

To remove wallpaper, score the surface, soak it with warm water and a little fabric softener or a wallpaper remover, then peel and scrape it away in sections. Finish by washing off the leftover glue so the wall is smooth and ready to paint or re-cover.What you will need A scoring tool Warm water with fabric softener, or a wallpaper remover A spray bottle or sponge A wide putty knife or wallpaper scraper Drop sheets and painters tape to protect floors and trim How to remove wallpaper, step by step Protect the floor and remove outlet and switch plates Score the wallpaper lightly so moisture can get behind it Soak a section with warm water and fabric softener, or a remover, and wait a few minutes Peel from a corner and scrape gently, working in sections Wash off the leftover glue with warm water and a sponge Let the wall dry fully before painting or re-covering Tips for stubborn paper and glue Re-soak rather than forcing it, the paper should release with light pressure Keep the scraper at a low angle to avoid gouging the wall A second pass with warm water removes the last of the glue residue Now for the fun partWith a clean, smooth wall you are ready for a fresh look. A made to order wall mural, a textured textured wallpaper, or any of our designer wallpaper designs goes on beautifully once the surface is prepped. Our installation guide shows you how.Deciding what to do with the wall? Read can you paint over wallpaper or can you wallpaper over wallpaper.FAQWhat is the easiest way to remove wallpaper?Score, soak with warm water and fabric softener, then peel and scrape in sections. Patience and moisture do most of the work.Does removing wallpaper damage the wall?Done gently, damage is minimal. Keep the scraper at a low angle and re-soak stubborn spots instead of forcing them.How do I get the glue off afterward?Wash the wall with warm water and a sponge, then let it dry fully before painting or hanging anything new.