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Wallpaper can be painted over, but it's a BAD IDEA. Sooner or later, the wallpaper will peel. When it does, the paint will be compromised and you'll end up having to refinish the entire wall.
It's a much better idea to remove the wallpaper. Then, clean & sand the surface before painting. Anything else will ultimately be a waste of time.
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Can you paint wallpaper?
Yes, you can difinitely paint wall paneling. I would suggest a paint that is not flat so that if you want to clean it then it will be much easier. I had a brown paneling that was painted white some years back. You will have no problem.
Can you put wallpaper over old wallpaper paste or do you have to remove all paste from wall?
you can put it over but the wall will look a bit fat
what to do with stubborn wallpaper?
If the wallpaper removal doesn't work, you can try splashing some water on it. Then rip the wall paper off. Another option would be to paint over the wallpaper.
Kilz 2 under wallpaper?
Kilz 2 will work under wallpaper as a primer and sealer over new drywall, drywall repairs, or other surfaces. If you are using it as a sizing for your wallpaper, it will work, but is not as good as using a real wallpaper sizing.
Can you wallpaper over paneling?
Yes, but if the panelling has grooves in it you will have to mud these in and sand repeatedly or they will show thru the wallpaper. Also you want to ensure the panelling is very clean or the wallpaper won't stick well. Finally you may want to consider using liner paper in between the panelling and wallpaper
