Remove Wallpaper

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When it comes to unsightly wallpaper there are only two options -- cover it or remove it. Better Homes and Gardens contributing editor Danny Lipford shows you how to do both.

Wallpaper Nightmares
Beauty is often said to be in the eye of the beholder, and that is especially true when it comes to wallpaper. So if the floral pattern the previous owners loved is giving you nightmares, it might be time to make a change.

Paint Over Wallpaper
If the wallpaper is in good condition and not made of vinyl, it may be possible to paint over it rather than remove it. When painting over wallpaper, prime it first with a shellac-based stain blocking primer or one made for painting over wallpaper. Test the primer on a small area first and allow it to dry to be sure it doesn't cause the glue in the paper to pull loose.

Score Wallpaper
When removing wallpaper, it's necessary to score the paper first to allow the wallpaper remover to penetrate. This can be done with a special wallpaper scoring tool or a standard utility knife. When using a utility knife to score the paper, apply only enough pressure to cut through the wallpaper to keep from damaging the wall. Score horizontal lines in the wallpaper every foot or so.

Mix Wallpaper Remover
To remove the wallpaper, fill a pump-up sprayer with a mixture of warm water and wallpaper remover, following the directions on the wallpaper remover container.

Pump Sprayer
Secure the lid on the sprayer and pump it up. Wallpaper remover can also be applied using a paint roller.

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Afraid of Color? Add It with Paint!

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Though white walls can be boring, it might still be intimidating to commit to a color. Yet, adding color with paint is inexpensive and generally a do-it-yourself project.

From Vanilla to Vibrant
Many new homes come with a boring "plain vanilla" kitchen. Yet look at what color can do. Formerly white cabinets have a new coat of red and walls sport a fresh coat of Provencal gold.

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Quick Refreshes Using Paint

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Update the Furniture
If the wood surface is already painted or varnished, remove dirt or wax buildup with a household cleaner and rinse. Sand rough areas and wipe away dust with a tack cloth. Apply two coats of stain-blocking primer and allow it to dry between coats. Roll or brush on two coats of latex paint in the direction of the wood grain. Use a brush to finish the surface with smooth strokes.

Painted Rugs
Base-coat your rug material if desired. After the base coat dries, use a straightedge to guide your stencil placement. Apply your design in a contrasting color with a stencil brush and stencil, cleaning the stencil before moving it to a new section. When the paint is dry, seal and protect the design with clear polyurethane.

Redo a Cabinet
Spray paint always makes for a smooth finish on large pieces of furniture, such as this cabinet. When the paint dries, coat the surface with polyurethane to add a uniform sheen.

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21 Ways to Upgrade Your Deck

Make Room to Move
Extend your deck in one or several directions, add a level up or down, or curve an edge for visual interest.

Eat Out
Create an outdoor kitchen, complete with grill, sink, undercounter refrigerator, wine cooler, and eating area. Got money left over? Add a tiki bar!

Light It Up
Solar or low-voltage post-top lights create ambience when your dinner guests linger into a summer evening.

Hold Still
Tucked into your deck flora, statuaries can be tasteful and even mysterious -- real conversation starters.

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21 Ways to Upgrade Your Deck

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Wire for Sound
A weatherproof outdoor sound system is a soothing finishing touch for any deck.

Furnish and Forget It
Consider all of your furniture options: hardy wood such as teak, aluminum, steel, and recycled plastics. An outdoor rug completes the scene.

Spring for Upgrades
Replace wooden rail spindles with wrought-iron ones and the deck boards with rot-resistant composite planks.

Make a Splash
Dedicate a corner or add on to the deck to accommodate a hot tub.

Polish the Edges
Add skirt boards or trellis material around your deck perimeter between its surface and the ground. This lends a finished look to the project and can let the space below the deck serve as handy storage.

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Grow a Feast
If you gave up your garden to build or expand your deck, grow veggies in containers on your deck for an eclectic look and homegrown food for dinner. Start with tomatoes, beans, peas, and carrots. Put the containers on rolling supports so you can move them around easily.

Reach for the Sky
Add tall, evenly spaced 4x4 posts around the perimeter of your deck and connect them with tree limbs for a rustic look. Or add glass panels between post gaps to block wind while retaining views.

Bring the Inside Out
Extend your living space onto your deck and enjoy easy access by adding double doors. Use furnishings and fixtures to create distinct zones for grilling, dining, and lounging.

Build an Addition
A greenhouse or a similar structure can attach to a deck and serve as a wonderful getaway space while fulfilling its designated purpose.

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Cover Up
Add a custom aluminum roof frame with removable clear polycarbonate panels or outdoor fabric. If you don't need protection from rain, install a retractable awning or build a pergola with vines such as wisteria climbing over it.

Wrap Around
A railing, gate, or other entry feature can turn your deck into a safe, cozy enclosure. Plus, the railing provides a platform for fitted planters, birdbaths or feeders, or other garden ornaments. Top your railing with a ledge so it can double as a spot to set drinks.

Blend In Comfort
Guests and family members alike appreciate places to sit, and built-in benches can be made to look like original parts of the deck. Whether the benches are freestanding or attached, make them blend in by building them from the same materials used for the deck itself.

Color It-Naturally
Whether bursting with flowers or foliage, hanging or artfully arranged in pots, plants are the perfect way to enliven a space and soften a deck's edges. If you have a wood deck, place the pots on brick or other supports so they're not in direct contact with the wood when you water the plants; this can lead to rot.

Rev Up Railings
Railings can do more than enhance the safety and appearance of your deck -- they can make a style statement. Decorative ball tops and turned spindles are among the many specialty products available to embellish railings.

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