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Wallpaper and vinegar


Posted by rochnative on October 24th, 2006 12:38 PM
In reply to WALLPAPER ADHESIVE REMOVAL by Jennifer Goos on March 18th, 2004 09:09 AM [Go to top of thread]

Hot Water and white Vinegar is the easiest, safest, and most organice solution. It works well I think because of the acidic nature of the vinegar. After pulling off the top layer of paper (or vinyl) you are left with a tissue paper stuck to the drywall. I put the vinegar/water solution in a spray bottle and spray on the wall or apply with a sponge. Let it soak for a few minutes, and then scrape off with a putty knife. Then repeat with a sponge to remove traces of paste. The only downside is the smell if you don't like vinegar -- some find it a nice smell.

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