Removing wallpaper is a delicate process that requires the right tools, like a wallpaper steamer and special solvents. It also requires a whole lot of patience! Even with the right tools, you can never be totally sure how the wallpaper is going to behave. Sometimes it comes off relatively easily, and doesn’t leave any damage behind. Other times, you can run into entire sections of wallpaper that just doesn’t want to come off.

How you go about removing it also depends on the type of wallpaper used—some have a vinyl coating, and others can be made of fabric, which each require a different approach for removal. How it was initially applied can also make a big difference in how the removal process goes. For example, if the walls weren’t properly primed before application, this can cause problems when you try to take it off.

While you can certainly try to tackle the job yourself, it’s always best to let professionals take care of it. When we do run into problems with stubborn wallpaper, we know how to deal with it, while preventing damage to the walls.