{"id":31,"date":"2020-03-14T15:01:10","date_gmt":"2020-03-14T15:01:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/?p=31"},"modified":"2021-04-27T08:15:32","modified_gmt":"2021-04-27T08:15:32","slug":"how-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper\/","title":{"rendered":"How to remove water stains from paper"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>For those who have\nwallpaper in their homes, it is vital to be familiar with ways on how to remove\nwater stains from paper. Water stains are likely to develop on wallpaper due to\na variety of causes, but it is often from a roof leak or ruptured pipe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that it is\npossible to clean water stains from some types of wallpapers as long as you\nwill utilize the right materials and techniques. Read further to learn the different\nways on how to <a href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-leather-purse\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\">remove water stains<\/a> from paper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_40 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-visibility-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper\/#A_close_look_at_the_nature_of_water_stains\" title=\"A close look at the nature\nof water stains \">A close look at the nature\nof water stains <\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper\/#Recommended_materials_and_techniques_for_water_stain_removal\" title=\"Recommended materials and\ntechniques for water stain removal\">Recommended materials and\ntechniques for water stain removal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper\/#Dealing_with_stubborn_water_stains\" title=\"Dealing with stubborn water\nstains\">Dealing with stubborn water\nstains<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper\/#How_do_you_clean_old_paper\" title=\"How do you clean old\npaper?\">How do you clean old\npaper?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper\/#How_to_remove_water_stains_from_wallpaper\" title=\"How to remove water stains\nfrom wallpaper?\">How to remove water stains\nfrom wallpaper?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper\/#How_do_you_clean_non-washable_wallpaper\" title=\"How do you clean\nnon-washable wallpaper?\">How do you clean\nnon-washable wallpaper?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper\/#Lets_wrap_it_up\" title=\"Let\u2019s wrap it up\">Let\u2019s wrap it up<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_close_look_at_the_nature_of_water_stains\"><\/span>A close look at the nature\nof water stains <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When the surface of the\nwallpaper gets wet, the moisture can seep into the wall and once it dries up,\nit results in a ring stain on the paper\u2019s surface. In most instances, moisture\nfrom a plumbing issue or roof leak can seep out from within the wall. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tannins that are\npresent in structural wood might transfer to the plaster or drywall via\nmoisture and later on leach out of the wall covering that manifests in the form\nof a yellow or brown stain. Depending on your wall covering, it is possible to\nget rid of these unsightly stains, at least to make them less noticeable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before attempting\nthis, make sure that any leaks are fixed and the wall has fully dried. Unable\nto do so can lead to mold growth behind the paper or within the wall. Lastly, check\nif the paper properly adheres to the wall. In case it has bubbled or peeling up\nat the seams, it should be fixed first before attempting to remove the stain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Recommended_materials_and_techniques_for_water_stain_removal\"><\/span>Recommended materials and\ntechniques for <a href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-fabric-furniture\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\">water stain removal<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When cleaning water\nstains from wallpaper, start by carefully cleaning any remaining dirt away with\na moist sponge. Dry the site thoroughly using paper towels or a fresh towel or\ncloth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Combine clean water\nand an unscented variant of bleach in a basin with the ratio of 2 parts water\nand 1 part bleach. With a fresh, dry sponge, cautiously tap a small amount of\nthe solution onto the site of the stain and leave in place for a few minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Monitor the site\ncarefully for possible signs of fading or discoloration of the wallpaper. If either\ntwo occur, quickly wipe the site with clean water. Ideally, the bleach solution\nwill allow the water stain to fade <a href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-foxing-stains-from-paper\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\">without damaging the paper<\/a> pattern or its\ncolor. After rinsing the bleach solution off, lightly dry using a soft cloth or\ntowel. Just take care not to leave behind any traces of moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dealing_with_stubborn_water_stains\"><\/span>Dealing with stubborn water\nstains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In case the water\nstain is too vivid or extensive, there is a need to perform the procedure discussed\nabove one or more times. An alternative is to use an art gum eraser or a drywall\neraser but you must be careful to avoid causing any damage to the wallpaper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If the stain seems to\nhave an oily or greasy nature, add a limited amount of colorless dish liquid to\nbreak it down. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sadly, in cases where the stain does not go away, the ideal approach is to place a piece of art over the site or rearrange the furniture in a manner to make it less noticeable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[crp]<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_clean_old_paper\"><\/span>How do you clean old\npaper?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When a wallpaper cannot\nhandle water and soap especially the old ones, there are dry alternatives\navailable. A wallpaper dough can be utilized to lift stains away from the wall.\nYou can find one packaged in a pot from hardware stores and it is reusable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pull a small part of\nthe wallpaper dough from the pot and roll it into a ball. With your hand, roll\nit over the dirty areas of the wallpaper. While doing so, you should see the\ndirt or debris being lifted away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the surface of\nthe dough becomes dirty, simply re-roll the dough so that the dirt is absorbed\ninto the middle part and then reuse. When the dough is completely packed with\ndirt, throw it away and start with a new roll. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_remove_water_stains_from_wallpaper\"><\/span>How to remove water stains\nfrom wallpaper?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When wallpaper gets\nwet, so does the walls behind it. If you have wooden walls, the brownish\ndiscoloration originates from the tannins present in the wood being absorbed by\nthe wallpaper. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let us now take a\nclose look at the steps in <a href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-hard-water-stains-from-fish-tank\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\">removing water stains<\/a> from wallpaper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>With a bowl or basin, fill it with warm water and\n     add a small amount of dish soap. <\/li><li>Moisten a soft cloth with the solution and gently\n     scrub the site of the water stain. Avoid placing too much moisture.<\/li><li>When all the surface dirt and debris has been\n     removed, it is time to deal with the water stain.<\/li><li>Combine one part bleach with two parts of water. <\/li><li>Blot a small amount of the bleach solution on the\n     site of the stain with a sponge or soft cloth. Leave in place for 5\n     minutes and monitor carefully for discoloration.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Rinse with clean water using a clean cloth.<\/li><li>Allow the site to dry using a soft clean cloth. Make\n     sure that you will observe the site for discoloration of the wallpaper.<\/li><li>Thoroughly rinse using clean water using a clean\n     cloth.<\/li><li>Dry the site with a new, clean cloth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_clean_non-washable_wallpaper\"><\/span>How do you clean\nnon-washable wallpaper?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There are certain\ntypes of non-washable wallpaper. One way to check if it is washable is to dab\nsome water with dishwashing liquid on a concealed area on your wall. If the wallpaper\ndarkens or absorbs water or if the color bleeds, the wallpaper is not washable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to clean\nnon-washable wallpaper, you can use wallpaper dough. Simply roll a handful of\ndough into a ball across the wallpaper to lift stains. Once the surface of the\ndough gets dirty, re-roll the dirt into the center so that you will have a\nfresh surface for cleaning. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another alternative is\na dry cleaning sponge for stubborn stains, debris, and dust. The sponge works\nby removing soot, dirt, grime and other stains by utilizing a cleaner and later\nabsorbing it without leaving behind any residue on the wallpaper. Make sure to\ntest it first in a concealed site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lets_wrap_it_up\"><\/span>Let\u2019s wrap it up<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleaning your wallpaper is a simple task. Now that you are familiar with the different ways on how to <a href=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/how-to-remove-water-stains-from-leather-purse\/\" class=\"wpil_internal_link\">remove water stains<\/a> from paper, you will have clean and stain-free walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/How-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper-p-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"How to remove water stains from paper\" class=\"wp-image-75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/How-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper-p-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/How-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper-p-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/How-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper-p-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/how2removestains.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/How-to-remove-water-stains-from-paper-p.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For those who have wallpaper in their homes, it is vital to be familiar with ways on how to remove water stains from paper. 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