tape & texture walls? how does one remove panels?

[Mary]

We have a 1974 double wide that has paneled walls which were all painted white by a previous owner. Several walls have wallpaper, most of which we don't care for.

I read in previous posts that people "take down the panels" and then add primer, etc. and then paint, and it looks like regular "house" walls.

I don't understand taking down the panels. They look pretty solid and part of the wall. Can't one just add something in between the panels (like spackle?) to make it a smooth surface, then primer, then paint?

If not, how on earth does one take down the panels?

[Mark Bower]

I never heard of taking down the panels (if you do, you'll have to put sheetrock or something back up). But there's a video in the bookstore that will show you how to make your paneled walls look like tape and texture. Go check it out!

Mark
You gotta see my repair manual!

[David Oxhandler]

You will find Mark's video in our book store. Look for Painting and Texturing Paneled Walls . By following the steps in this 20 minute video, your paneled walls will look darn near like textured sheetrock. Works on both wood paneling and vinyl-covered paneling or sheetrock. The price is only $19.95 and you will be able to complete the process without having to rent any sprayers or other tools. If you can paint, you can very easily follow the steps in this video. Click Here For More Details

[Mary]

About the video...

can a woman alone who is not very strong follow the directions and complete the paintng and texturing jobs?

Please advise before I spend the money.

thanks.

[rmurray]

Though it is a big job...there is little heavy lifting involved...I have always found women have a way of getting things they want done...

You can do it