Earlex Wallpaper Steam Stripper

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Once you have finished using your wallpaper steamer, make sure to wait until it has cooled down before emptying the tank! A wide, flexible stripping blade will usually be the most effective although you may need a narrow stripping knife for awkward areas. Start at the top of the wall so any water will run down the walls rather than all over the floor, and work across and downwards in small, manageable sections. The length of the hose that you are using might seem like a very unimportant thing but if you have a room with particularly tall walls, then you could find yourself struggling to reach the top while the water tank is still on the floor (this can particularly be the case for stairs and landing spaces). As if redecorating wasn’t hard enough – the last thing you need is to be having to carry the tank of water AND steam the wall. Or how about the Earlex SS77 Steam Wallpaper Stripper? This versatile tool can remove all sorts of wall coverings, from multiple layers to painted over paper and difficult to shift Artex.

The wallpaper steamer itself is relatively easy to use, however working the steamer is only one part of removing the wallpaper from your walls. Read on to find out the best way to start this redecorating process! Living in a house with multiple layers of wallpaper you may be tempted to just paint over it and worry about it another day. But, is it really such hard work or are you just afraid what all that wallpaper is hiding underneath? SAFETY TIP: Many would suggest merely adding an extension lead to your power cable, however this is most definitely not advisable when using a wallpaper steamer. Due to the tank of water, and the water droplets that can drip out of the plate, this could lead to a blown fuse – or worse! Safety Features

Use a sponge or cloth to thoroughly drench the wallpaper, or tip the mixture into a spray bottle and liberally spray the walls. Leave the mixture to soak in for around 15 minutes and then get to work. Which Is the Best Wallpaper Steamer in the UK? If you can’t avoid using an extension then adding an RCD device is essential and, also, be careful not to have cables trailing on the floor which present a trip-hazard. Getting rid of old wallpaper can be a challenging chore. There are a few methods you could use, such as water, vinegar, chemicals or steam.

Soaking the paper with a solution of warm water and detergent will usually do the job just fine but, for really stubborn wallcoverings and multiple layers, a steamer will often be more efficient. You can make the job even easier by investing in one or two handy tools to compliment your steamer: Centurion 90239 500ml Flask Wallpaper Stripper Features: The length of time it takes to strip the entire room will depend on the size of the room and the difficulty of the project, for instance multi-layered or textured wallpaper will take longer to strip from the walls. Does Fabric Softener and Vinegar Remove Wallpaper?

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Always keep the wallpaper steamer on a flat surface and never stretch the power cable or the hose to the point of being taut – this can add risk to the tool falling over and spilling the boiling water. Speed up the process even more by slashing the wallpaper with a sharp blade before you begin (watch your fingers)! Finally we have the Oypla Professional Wall Paper Wallpaper Stripper with its 4.5 litre water tank (providing 70 minutes of steam time) – another great buy. Allow the tank to cool for a few moments before refilling. Although this will mean that the tank will take longer to reheat the water, it avoids the risk of any burns to yourself.

How often are you going to be using the stripper– if it’s a one-off job you may as well just opt for the cheapest option? But, if you think it’s something you’ll get multiple uses out of it may be worth spending a bit more.Manufacturers suggest protective gloves and eyewear are worn for safety purposes – and you should always take the time to read through the accompanying instruction booklet before you begin steaming. Stripping wallpaper is a job no one enjoys but the results are often well worth it. A steam stripper can save a lot of time but are they worth the money and which is the best option? There are additional things that we would recommend to make removing your wallpaper easy and pain free! Firstly, something to score the wallpaper (see above) and a stripping blade to remove the wallpaper once it has been softened. It is also a good idea to put sheets down to both protect any flooring and make removal of the old wallpaper easier.

As with the length of the hose, the same applies to the length of the power cable. Although the length of the power cables do vary, we have not yet found a model that would not be sufficient for purpose. Although, it always makes sense to buy a model with a longer cable if this is available to you. The longer the cable the further you will be able to steam before needing to unplug and move to another location – risking having to then reheat the the tank. Naturally, some of the above features will be more important to you than others. That’s why what is the best wallpaper steamer for you may not be the best for everyone! Can A Wallpaper Steamer Damage Plaster? The general purpose of a wallpaper steamer is to loosen the wallpaper so that it is easier to remove from your wall – hopefully avoiding damage to the surface underneath in the process. By heating water, which turns into steam, this is channelled down a tube and out into the head of the steamer – which you put on the wall – just like a big kettle! Once the steam has loosened the wallpaper, you should then be able to peel it off with relative ease.At this point you are ready to start using your wallpaper steamer! You will know when your wallpaper steamer is ready to use as steam will be pouring out of the plate! It is always better to start at the base of the wall, so choose a point to start and hold the plate against the bottom corner of the wall until signs of damp start to appear. At this point move the plate across to the next patch and repeat. If you feel able to – or if there are two of you removing the wallpaper – it is a good idea to have one person using the stripper blade to work on the newly damp patch of wallpaper, while the plate is steaming the next patch. This allows the process to be smoother and avoids patches of the wall starting to dry out again before you get chance to strip them! The technique is important too, so you’ll find it difficult at first but once you develop a system of working it will get much easier. Remove electrical fittings from the wall and cover with a plastic bag to protect from steam and water. Never let the water in the tank pass the minimum water level – this can cause damage to the wallpaper steamer, and will not be covered on the warranty if it should break.