Wallpaper Scraper vs. Steamer

If your wallpaper has been applied directly to sheetrock, you
may have better results using a wallpaper removing agent or
chemical rather than a steamer. 

The reason is a steamer may also loosen the sheetrock or the
paper backing on the sheetrock, and may cause small to large
pieces to come off with the wallpaper when you remove it. 

If you have already started your project and are seeing small or
even large pieces of sheetrock coming off during your steaming
process, take a look at this article
http://www.wallpaper.mydiyguide.com/tips&secrets/wallrepair.shtml
 It will help you repair the holes that have formed. 

If you just can't stand the idea of using chemicals to remove
your wallpaper - or - you know the sheetrock beneath the
wallpaper is old and will definitely crumble when you try a
steamer, you might want to consider painting over the wallpaper.

If painting is the way to go, you will want to paint over your
wallpaper using an oil based primer or sealer followed by 1 to 4
coats of finishing paint. 

For complete set of step-by-step instructions on how to prepare
your walls for painting, what kinds of paints work best on
certain types of wallpaper, and how to paint over wallpaper, you
may want to claim a copy of My Wallpaper Guide. Click here to go
to http://www.wallpaper.mydiyguide.com 

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