38+ Painting A Wall After Removing Wallpaper UK. If the walls are so damaged or pitted after removing the wallpaper that filling each individual hole with joint compound isn't practical, skim coat the wall instead. Once the sanding is complete, you are ready for the final step before painting.
Walls may have holes, uneven textures or just not be smooth.
I am also thinking of having two walls skim coated before painting. After removing the wallpaper, scrape off as much glue and leftover wallpaper bits as you can with a putty knife. The other two walls are horse hair plaster and will be skim coated. If you've had enough of your old, outdated wallpaper, it can be tempting just to paint right over it.