painting

[moter goose]

Have just stripped off wallpaper and want to apply emulsion. Any suggestions for getting rid of the old paste on the walls.

[Clanad]

There are numerous enzyme based paste removers available at most DIY stores, at least here in the U.S., but I've had just as good fortune from 1/2 Cup of dish detergent, 1/2 Cup of liquid fabric softener and a five gallon pail of warm water. Be sure to have a standby five gallon pail of clean warm water to rinse thoroughly. In addition I use Scotchbrite pads and lots of elbow grease... Best of luck!

[heathfield]

It's a task I would think twice about. Re-papering with lining paper before applying emulsion would be the preferred option every time.

[mrknowall]

sugar soap

http://www.decoratingdirect.co.uk/viewprod/b/B EESS/

They sell at Tesco / asda / B&Q