Here is a low cost way of removing wallpaper instead of buying those expensive wallpaper removers. I remodeled a kitchen last winter and it worked great. I used car windshield washer fluid. As with any wallpaper remover, you will need to score the paper with a wallpaper score tool. This pokes small holes in the paper so the remover soaks behind the paper and to the glue to loosen it. I simply poured the fluid in a spray bottle and heated it in the microwave for 30 seconds - I had to remove the turntable tray and tilt the bottle because of the height. Spray soak the paper, wait a few minutes and remove. If you have ever purchased these removers, you know they can get pricey. I went to Walmart and paid about $1.50 a gallon for the "de-bug" type. The plain fluid was about $1.00 but I figured the "de-bug" type that removed bugs and tree sap, it probably did a little better job on lossening the glue. As with all chemicals, you should have plenty of room ventilation or wear a respirator to be safe.

Kent Keith

Fort Worth Home Inspector