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How can I get old wallpaper off ceiling easier

Posted by Stephanie Hunter, on
Ceiling has layers of old nasty brittle wallpaper. It's coming off in small.pieces and looks like cardboard. I also am seeing wood slats is that normal
Emanuel Bidilici

Emanuel Bidilici

Have you tried by using a sharp stanley knife and just do lots of cuttings on it, then use a steamer to soften it down and finally pull it off by using a scraper. You will probably need skimming afterwards. Will be happy to help if you need. Thank’s

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