Wallpaper and Wallcoverings - damaged drywall from wallpaper/paint removal
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dkabramson
09-05-03, 09:25 AM
Like everyone else in the world, we have run into some problems:
We were all set to use DIF, but then we discovered that the outer layer of wallpaper peeled off easily for the most part.
So we were going to use DIF for the layer behind it (seems the wallpaper had been applied over a layer of red-orange paint). But then we discovered that this next layer (wallpaper backing, attached to the paint) was peeling off fairly easily with a little gentle scraping, thereby exposing the sheetrock.
So, whether or not it was a mistake to do so, we decided to peel/scrape it off (gently!) instead of using any chemicals or even water.
Then we discovered that there are many areas which do not come off so easily, and there is minor tearing in some areas, and then some areas have left behind the brown paper layer of drywall.
Looks like some areas of the drywall were treated prior to painting, and some were not. :(
We're not done yet, but it seems we have to keep moving forward with this way of removal, now that we're about 50% there.
So.
We want to paint when all this stuff is removed. And not flat finish, either.
What do we need to do after we finish our gentle scraping? I can guess based on what i've read here, but i want to be sure... (prime the torn areas with something that starts with a G, then repair with joint compound, then prime again?)
thanks!
- deborah
We were all set to use DIF, but then we discovered that the outer layer of wallpaper peeled off easily for the most part.
So we were going to use DIF for the layer behind it (seems the wallpaper had been applied over a layer of red-orange paint). But then we discovered that this next layer (wallpaper backing, attached to the paint) was peeling off fairly easily with a little gentle scraping, thereby exposing the sheetrock.
So, whether or not it was a mistake to do so, we decided to peel/scrape it off (gently!) instead of using any chemicals or even water.
Then we discovered that there are many areas which do not come off so easily, and there is minor tearing in some areas, and then some areas have left behind the brown paper layer of drywall.
Looks like some areas of the drywall were treated prior to painting, and some were not. :(
We're not done yet, but it seems we have to keep moving forward with this way of removal, now that we're about 50% there.
So.
We want to paint when all this stuff is removed. And not flat finish, either.
What do we need to do after we finish our gentle scraping? I can guess based on what i've read here, but i want to be sure... (prime the torn areas with something that starts with a G, then repair with joint compound, then prime again?)
thanks!
- deborah
Wallpaper
09-17-03, 09:01 PM
Get all your paper off first. Remove all the adhesive you can using water and a scrubbing pad, followed by a fresh water rinse. Wet the wall when you are done, slimy areas indicate the presence of adhesive that need to be removed.
Now is the time to sand any rough spots smooth.
Once you are done, prime the whole wall with Scotch Paint's Draw-Tite, Zinsser's Gardz, Roman's Liquid Drywall, Seal-Krete's waterproofing sealer, or Sherwin Williams' PrepRite Drywall Conditioner. These are true sealers that will seal your wall. You can use the Gardz, the "G" primer, and it will work fine.
Then patch any boo-boos in your wall with your favorite joint compound. Allow to dry according to the manufacturer's instructions and sand these areas smooth. Then spot prime the fixed areas. Now you are ready for anything.
Now is the time to sand any rough spots smooth.
Once you are done, prime the whole wall with Scotch Paint's Draw-Tite, Zinsser's Gardz, Roman's Liquid Drywall, Seal-Krete's waterproofing sealer, or Sherwin Williams' PrepRite Drywall Conditioner. These are true sealers that will seal your wall. You can use the Gardz, the "G" primer, and it will work fine.
Then patch any boo-boos in your wall with your favorite joint compound. Allow to dry according to the manufacturer's instructions and sand these areas smooth. Then spot prime the fixed areas. Now you are ready for anything.