I recently removed wallpaper that came down failry easy. After it was removed I noticed it leaves glue residue on the wall. I also noticed in a few places where it looks as if the very outside layer of sheetrock was removed. I have sanded the wall and it is pretty smooth, but I can still see the speckled remnants of where the glue was. When I wash the wall with a sponge and paint it with primer will these spots be noticable? Also, do I need to put mud in the small places that the outside layer flaked off? Do I need a heavier grit sand paper to take more off?
2007-04-19 18:35:08 · 6 answers · asked by thespartan19 1 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
So can I just go buy an orbital sander with 60 grit paper and sand a small layer off the wall? Then wash, prime, and paint.
2007-04-20 16:07:41 · update #1
The wall should be smooth before painting. Any high or low areas will show I would use drywall mud if you have large areas to smooth out.
2007-04-19 18:39:14 · answer #1 · answered by renpen 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sand any loose flakes from the wall, heavy grit, after you've removed the larger flakes and glue residue, followup with a lighter grit to a smooth finish, if the wall have holes or is uneven you can use mud then repeat procedure. use several coats of paint.
2007-04-19 18:42:04 · answer #2 · answered by Ramon M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Once you think that you have removed all the wallpaper from the wall it doesnt end there...if you rub your hand up against the wall you will not rough and dipped (dented) surfaces. Sand down the rough surfaces and fill in the dipped surfaces with puddy. This way your wall will be smooth. If you are filling in any dents (or holes) you will need to sand that down as well...I've never met anyone who has been able to fill in dents and holes perfectly :) Make sure before you pant that your prime your walls as well...depending on the shade and type of paint you are using will decide what type of primer you need. Wherever you are purchasing your paint will be able to suggest the best primar. If they are unable to do that...well.........then I personally would purchase my paint from that store! :)
2007-04-19 19:25:52 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yikes! You have a lot of work ahead.
I did the same thing in a house not long ago, only I pulled off wallpaper and wooden paneling. It ripped chunks out of the wall, so I had to patch and sand, and I had textured walls too.
Do it right and you will be glad you took the time. Then the priming and painting will be a breeze.
2007-04-19 18:43:09 · answer #4 · answered by Rosanna 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check at a wallpaper store for a product to remove the glue residue and yes, you will want to repair those spots. If you paint over the glue, it will bleed through your paint and you'll have a real mess. Alternate solution, paper it again.
2007-04-19 18:47:24 · answer #5 · answered by Marilyn M 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Home Depot has a wallpaper removing spray. Spray it on, let it sit, scrape it off.
2016-05-19 03:19:56 · answer #6 · answered by scarlett 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋