Removing Paste From Outside of Wallpaper Seams

Wallpaper paste is a fast-drying adhesive that dries to a clear and smooth finish when you use the correct amount. The adhesive not only seals wallpaper, but also borders and other decorative materials to door frames, canvas and other surfaces. When sealing seams, too much wallpaper paste will dry as a bubble on the wall or other surface. This bubble is noticeable even though it is clear, but it's removable from walls and other surfaces.

Dropcloth or plastic sheeting
Glass cleaner or white vinegar
16-oz. spray bottle
Paper towels
Box fan (optional)

Instructions

- 1
  Move any furnishings from the wall containing the wallpaper with excess paste. Place the furnishings in another area or on an opposite wall. Place a dropcloth or piece of plastic sheeting on the floor under the excess paste.
- 2
  Wipe the wallpaper with a soft, non-abrasive cloth or rag to remove loose dust and dirt from the surface.
- 3
  Place a paper towel over the excess paste. Spray the paper towel with glass cleaner or a 16-oz. spray bottle filled with one cup of white vinegar. Do not let the glass cleaner or vinegar run down the wall--this will stain your wallpaper. Let the glass cleaner or vinegar sit for 10 minutes.
- 4
  Peel the paper towel from the wallpaper slowly, then blot the excess paste with the damp towel.
- 5
  Repeat steps 3 and 4 until the excess paste is gone. Let the wallpaper air-dry or aim a box fan toward the wet wall.

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