ornataines Wallpaper Removal Can Be Easy (NAPSA)—Growntired of your wallpaper? If you’ve ever tried stripping wallpaper using a homemade vinegar-and-water solution—or a heavy commercial steamer—you know what a tedious, unpleasant and time-consuming task it can be. But removing wallpaper is easy if you follow a few simple steps and use products that are available at your local home center, paint retailer or hardware store. Here are some tips from the home improvementexperts at Zinsser: The Secret Weapon: The secret behind easy wallpaper removal is to loosen the glue underneath. Perforate the surface with a scoring tool such as Zinsser’s PaperTiger Wallpaper Scoring Tool. Its cutting action perforates the wallpaper and allows the wallpaper stripper to penetrate through the paper and break down the glue. The more holes you make, the faster and easier the paper will comeoff the walls. The Magic Potion: After perforating the wallpaper, apply a wallpaper stripper like Zinsser’s DIF Wallpaper Stripper. It’s available in an economical concentrate, a fast-acting liquid or a ready-to-use gel for stubborn wallpaper. Apply DIF to one wall at a time, starting at the top and working your way down, to break down the wallpaper paste. Walk away and let it work Don’t get stuck with walls that appall: The secret behind easy wallpaper removal is to loosen the glue underneath. its magic! In about 15-20 minutes, the wallpaper will be ready to be removed. The Wall Protector: Remove the wallpaper using a tool such as PaperScraper™ Wallpaper Remover and Wall Scraper. The tool scrapes off stubborn sections of paper without damaging the surface of the wall. Onceall the wallpaper has been removed, reapply DIF for 1520 minutes to remove any remaining glue. Scrape away the glue residue, wipe down the walls with a damp sponge and you're ready to decorate! For more information about removing or hanging wallpaper, and for more helpful home improvement tips, visit www.zins ser.com.
