Often a homeowner buys a home with wallpaper they know they’ll have to eventually contend with, When that time of reckoning arrives, the question may come down to whether to remove the wallpaper or to just paint over it. The answer often depends on the condition of the drywall, and the difficulty of removing the adhesive.

The general thought is that if wallpaper can be removed without damaging the underlying drywall, and without needing several meditative sessions to relieve the stress of trying to remove the adhesive, then removing the wallpaper is the best choice. However, if the opposite is true, take a deep breath and start looking for primer and paint colors.

Here’s a helpful article to help you make your decision and to help you through the process:: https://www.diynetwork.com/made-and-remade/learn-it/how-and-when-to-paint-over-wallpaper