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    Mar 4, 2007, 08:43 PM
    Taking off wallpaper
    I trying to take off wallpaper off on a old house,the wall is falling apart.
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    Mar 5, 2007, 01:10 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by 5342361
    I trying to take off wallpaper off on a old house,the wall is falling apart.
    Is this an old house that has mortar lath walls? If there is moisture causing the crumbling especially around the windows, there might be a need to repair the surface. You might think of putting paneling over the existing deteriorating wall. What do you think?
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    Mar 5, 2007, 04:52 AM
    This is not an uncommon problem. If the walls behind are too bad you may end up with a larger project. If the wall paper is not in too bad of shape, consider just wallpapering over it. You can also call your local paint store for advise.
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