Three Easy Steps For Removing Wallpaper (NAPSA)—Lovethe look of new wallpaper but dread the thought of removingthe old? If you’ve ever tried stripping wallpaper using a homemade vinegar and water solution—or a heavy commercial steamer—you know what a tedious, unpleasant and time-consuming task it can be. But wallpaper removal doesn’t have to be a chore if you use the right tools and learn a few tricks from the professionals. Here’s some advice from the experts at Wm. Zinsser & Company that can make removing old wallpaper quicker and easier than you ever dreamed possible—even if you’ve never stripped wallpaperbefore: Step #1: Score the Wallpaper. Since most wallpaper has a washable, waterproof surface, it’s necessary to score it first to ensurethat the wallpaper stripper is able to reach and loosen the glue underneath. Zinsser’s PaperTiger, a palm-held tool with small cutting wheels that perforate the wallpaper without damaging the wall, is designed specifically for safe, fast and easy scoring. Step #2: Apply a liquid or gel wallpaper stripper to the surface. Zinsser’s DIF Wallpaper Stripper is available in a liquid concentrate, gel or spray gel. Simply apply the wallpaper stripper ae eo | eno | 8 ie es Se as OB oie Big ‘ag gay lem ty eee — ' a with a sponge, brushorroller. Or, spray it on with new DiF GEL in a 32 oz. spray. Wait 15 to 20 min- utes. The fast acting enzymeformula dissolves even hard-toremove glue, like clay-based adhesive. Step #3: Scrape off the loose wallpaper. Zinsser’s Paper Scraper™ helps get the wallpaper off without hard work or surface damage. If any glue remains, simply reapply the stripper to the area, wait 15 to 20 minutes, remove with Paper Scraper or a sponge and rinse with clean water.It’s that simple. For more information about removing old wallpaper, call Zinsser at 732-469-8100. Or visit www.zinsser.com for more helpful home improvement tips. Enjoy your new wallpaper.
