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A simple mix may solve sticky wallpaper problem
by Jeanne Huber Q
You’ve tried some of the usual solutions for removing sticky residue, but not those for removing wallpaper adhesive. So you might try what’s recommended for that. Start by applying a little warm water mixed with a bit of dish detergent. Sponge it on and wait 10 minutes. If the glue doesn’t
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We have an old walnut wood china closet that’s in excellent
condition except that the prior owners covered the entire back interior surface with vinyl wallpaper that was applied with a clear glue and double-stick tape. We have tried to remove these sticky materials with alcohol, turpentine, Goof Off, Goo Gone and WD-40. None of these have had any effect. Any suggestions?
Sandy Spring
soften, try using a solution of two parts water to one part white vinegar. Finally, try a product such as DIF wallpaper stripper. If none of this works, you might have to resort to scraping off the residue. Try a paint scraper with a new carbide blade. Or go to a shop that sells
Products such as DIF can soften glue.
woodworking supplies, such as Woodcraft in Rockville (301-984- 9033), and ask someone to show you how to sharpen and use a cabinet scraper. This $10 piece of flat metal comes with a square edge that you can shape into a micro hook. Either
scraper will get into corners and won’t leave bits of abrasive stuck in the goo, as steel wool or sandpaper might.
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