Aaron Troughton

Thu 30 Jan 2014 01:54pm

Hi Christian, tricky job I'm afraid... The answer also depends on the paper but assuming its regular vinyl; steam stripping or chemical stripper usually takes some of the previous paint film off as well as the paper. Pulling off the face of the paper (the patterned layer) dry, and then brush soaking the backing paper 2/3 times with warm soapy water would probably give you the best chance of not damaging your paint surface as sometimes you can simply pull this layer off also, but one or two nicks with the scraper are inevitable. Any damage can always be filled and sanded quite easily. If you happen to have the same tin of paint left over these repairs can always be touched up, however, be prepared to apply a fresh coat as touching up doesn't always give the best results in these conditions. Hope that helps! Aaron Troughton Harehill Decor.com

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Michael Tucker

Wed 29 Jan 2014 08:34pm

Hello Christine, The more you wet it the easier it will come off Regards Michael

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Paul Long

Wed 29 Jan 2014 07:43pm

Hi Christian it's hard to do unfortunately my advice Would keep wetting at least 3 times then strip You just have to fill any imperfections with normal All purpose filler Regards Paul PDL decs

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David Rodgers

Sun 02 Feb 2014 10:59pm

Hi Christian, the best way to avoid scratching the paint beneath, is to soak the wallpaper until to scrapes of easily. It is however almost impossible to avoid damaging the paint work beneath and will more than likely need to be re-painted. David

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Chris Smitham

Fri 31 Jan 2014 11:55am

Hi Christian, back in the day I was always taught "to let the water do the work" . These days I would advise the use of a wallpaper steam stripper paying particular notice of the manufacturers guidelines for usage.

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