Step 2: Score the Wallpaper Before Applying Solvent or Steam Whether you decide to go with solvents or steam, perforating the wallpaper with tiny holes allows the layers to be saturated. Pro-Tip: Be careful not to score too hard and damage the wall surface.

Large steam plate. Safety release valve to prevent the steamer from overheating. Boil dry safety cut-out safety switch to prevent the steamer from boiling dry. 4 litre water tank with water level indicator.

Apply Steam to the Wallpaper & Scrape To remove the wallpaper, hold the steam plate over the paper for 1-2 minutes then scrape the wallpaper off with a wide putty knife. Don’t push too hard or you can potentially damage the drywall beneath.

There’s really no need to buy a professional scorer; a fork will do the job just as well. Just make sure you use a fork you won’t mind throwing out later. Run that fork all over the surface of the wallpaper, shredding as you can to make as many nooks as you can to get the solvent on.

Unlike some models, it relies on an internal hot water reservoir and quickly and reliably produces 212°F/100 C steam that loosens wallpaper without the additional help of harsh and harmful chemicals. The performance remains effective, quick, consistent, and efficient with all types of wallpaper.

The Wagner Power Steamer 715 is ideal for the quick and effective removal of all types of wallpaper in small and medium jobs. The 1 gal. tank has a 1500-Watt heating element that provides up to 70 minutes of steam time from one fill.

If you apply too much steam for too long, however, you can damage the drywall below and even soften a plaster surface. Once the wallpaper is loosened, use a scraper to remove it — do not pull it away with your hands because the steam will have superheated the glue and paper and could cause burns.

Use a plastic scraper as the razor blade type will dig into the drywall and line your floor with flattened cardboard boxes to catch all the very wet paper. Thanks for the review and great advice.