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Removing wallpaper: a step-by-step guide

After scraping, it might be necessary to repair

Photo credit: iStock | After scraping, it might be necessary to repair some parts of the wall. Usually spackling compound does the trick.

1. Prepare the right tools.

First, gather the necessary tools. You will need wallpaper solvent, available at most home-improvement stores. A solvent you can make yourself that works well is hot water mixed with fabric softener. It is wise to have drop cloths or plastic sheeting to protect the area around the walls. You will need trisodium phosphate, spackling compound, sandpaper, a scraping...

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