How Do You Remove Painted On Wall Texture?
If you just bought a house full of textured paint and you can’t stand it, there is a way to remove it and paint the walls your own choice of color. Removing the texture yourself instead of hiring a contractor will save you money. This task requires quite a bit of physical labor and it can be messy, but it can be accomplished. Cover your floors with drop clothes for protection. Apply gel paint stripper to your walls. The gel will only need a few minutes to start working. Purchase it at any home improvement store. Scrape the wall with the paint scraper, removing the texture and gel. Work at an angle and work in small sections. Test a small area to gauge the amount of pressure you need to apply. If you apply too much pressure you could damage the wall. Sand the walls after scraping all of the gel and texture off using a hand sander and fine-grade sandpaper. Wipe any excess debris off the wall with a clean rag. Apply an oil-based primer to the walls using a roller or paintbrush. Be sure to
