bella
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Post by bella on Apr 27, 2012 14:33:52 GMT -5
How about using some white vinegar to swab down he paper after you've got a few holes in it. It should help soften the glue somewhat if it soaks for a bit.
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Post by marielouise on Apr 27, 2012 16:11:41 GMT -5
aawww Bella , you beat me to that suggestion! Lol great minds think alike!!!
I lost my connection earlier so went to the garden to do a bit and remembered using the vinegar so came in to add it onto my other reply!!! I tried some commercial wall paper stripper but it wasn't real effective not considering the price and all.
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Post by garrett on Apr 29, 2012 10:05:59 GMT -5
get it done ya'lls.smiles
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Post by catgrass on Apr 30, 2012 9:09:26 GMT -5
I've tried the vinegar, I've scored the wall, I've used commercial wall paper remover and it works 'somewhat', but like I said, in some places, it is super stuck! Sometimes, it comes off with the face of the sheetrock. I've used fabric softener, too. All the stuff everybody recommends. The paint people said I need the $60.00 steamer. For one room??? I'm gonna try the steam iron, next.
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bella
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Post by bella on Apr 30, 2012 14:04:37 GMT -5
Oh, I feel for ya, cat....what a pain. Steam iron is a good idea, but wonder if it will have enough steam or pressure?? Certainly worth a try, tho. Let us know how it's going, ok.
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Post by marielouise on May 2, 2012 10:57:01 GMT -5
Ohhhh what a pain in da bummer... heres hoping that works for you.
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Post by garrett on May 10, 2012 13:19:22 GMT -5
decorating with trees.lol
well saplings...but they'll get there.smiles
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Post by marielouise on May 16, 2012 1:18:32 GMT -5
Heyyyyyy Cat hows its going for you?  ?? any luck getting the paper off. |
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Post by garrett on May 16, 2012 9:55:05 GMT -5
who's got projects going????lol
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Post by marielouise on May 19, 2012 9:57:57 GMT -5
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Post by LinFL on Jul 18, 2012 1:19:59 GMT -5
I've been offline for a few days because DH and I were putting down laminate floors in the main area of the house (living room, dining room, hallway). It's all done except for the shoe molding I need to spackle (nail holes, joints, corners) and touch-up paint. I was supposed to finish that today, but I was so tired and sore that I just couldn't bring myself to spend hours down on the floor again. Hopefully the soreness will be better tomorrow and I can get it finished. We really like the way the floor looks. I hope it continues to look good for a long time, because I am not anxious to do it again any time soon.  |
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Post by roziedozie on Jul 18, 2012 6:54:08 GMT -5
I've been offline for a few days because DH and I were putting down laminate floors in the main area of the house (living room, dining room, hallway). It's all done except for the shoe molding I need to spackle (nail holes, joints, corners) and touch-up paint. I was supposed to finish that today, but I was so tired and sore that I just couldn't bring myself to spend hours down on the floor again. Hopefully the soreness will be better tomorrow and I can get it finished. We really like the way the floor looks. I hope it continues to look good for a long time, because I am not anxious to do it again any time soon. Good for you! I bet they're beautiful and easy to keep clean.  |
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Post by catgrass on Jul 18, 2012 9:40:24 GMT -5
The wall paper mess is still going on. I haven't felt like messing with it much. My ex came over who was a carpenter for many years, and he told me I can sand the pieces that arent' coming off very well, and just put a little bit of spackling on it and sand smooth. I plan on painting with a sponge to give it texture since the wallpaper and the walls are in such a mess. Just have to get back in the mood to do it!
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Post by garrett on Jul 23, 2012 0:37:45 GMT -5
smiles
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