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| N | Steamer Is An Advantage In Removal Of Wallpaper When several layers of wall- paper have accumulated on the walls, the surface becomes somewhat ruffled and will pre- vent getting a really good re- sult when repapering. The edge seams also tend to show bulges, and Joose areas sometimes ap- pear when an old layer of paper has separated from the wall. The way to get a_ top-notch wallpapering job is to start afresh, removing all the old paper and preparing a smooth base all around. Removing the old paper for- merly was a long and tedious task, as sections had to be thoroughly soaked with water, and the paper stripped off bit by bit. Water drained off the walls onto the floor, often caus- ing warped floorboards. Now the removal of old wall- paper is not only quicker and easier, the results are much cleaner. This is because of the electric wall steamer, which you can rent at a nominal cost for a day at most local hard- ware dealers. Instead of the old-time steamer which work- ed by kerosene or other fuel, the new portable steamer has © ADD A ROOM been greatly simplified for use} THE OSHAWA TIMES, Friday, April 28, 1967 TIA with ordinary house electric current. Only water need be ; ; placed into the steamer; no | have to watch that the water 4 ; {doesn't run completely dry be gga chemicals are neces-| Vy i16 you're working because 7, | : : The steamer consists of | that will pe wasted ped wat water tank, a heating element, |im& for the steam to build up a long flexible hose, and a again. steaming plate. The only extra The steamer is worked by materials you will need are a!applying the large metal pad broad putty knife and a dust | tightly against the wall, start- brush to sweep up small éliv- jing at the top, and pressing the ers of paper. The steamer is | hand trigger to send a burst of small enough so it can be toted|steam-against the wall for a home in the car trunk. Fill it | few. seconds. The steam quickly with water to the indicated|softens the paper and the orig- level, plug it in and wait until|jnal hardened paste, so the the steam has built up. This is|paper can be pulled off in long a low-pressure unit and has an|streamers. After the first part automatic relief valve, so|has been subjected to the there's no particular danger in|steam, move the metal pad to its use. Heating will take at|the space below and apply an- with your other hand you use the broad knife to strip .off the softened paper. Thus, both hands are always busy -- one is applying the steam, while |the other is removing paper from the previous section, The paper comes off neatly in long streamers, without leaving small scraps. However, some pieces may remain on the wall, and you'll have to be alert to spot and remove them with the knife before the paper dries again. The floor along the walls should be lined with layers of newspaper to catch the scraps as they fall. Also, avoid letting the wet paper fall beyond the protected area, as that will re- quire extra cleanup time. least half an hour, You will|jother burst of steam, while BUILT... (A Division of Millwork and Building Supplies Ltd.) is rapidly building a favorable reputation © A GARAGE @ © A RECREATION ROOM e among the homeowners of Oshawa and District for their quality workmanship and efficiency. If your present living quarters are inadequate DON'T MOVE...CALL US and let us help you improve this .. . MODERNIZE YOUR HOME! A DORMER REMODEL YOUR KITCHEN OR BATHROOM !! Lebor and Materials Covered on One Contract No Money Down - Easy Budget Terms PROTECT YOUR CA PHONE 728-6291 FOR APPOINTMENT FREE ESTIMATE -- NO OBLIGATION USE OUR HOME PLAN MILLWOR 1279 SIMCOE ST. NORTH, OSHAWA and BUILDING SUPPLIES Ltd. PHONE 728-6291