If the planks are attached with paneling glue you run the risk of damaging the drywall leading to increased costs.
Remove paneling from plaster walls.
When panels are nailed directly to the studs the cost of removing the paneling will go up as new drywall will need to be installed afterwards.
Wall panels are often constructed of metal or wood and are covered with textured fabrics materials or wallpapers.
Plaster and wallpaper over paneling is a whole separate thing and i don t think there s a special removal agent for this kind of project.
Fortunately it only takes a few items to remove stubborn paneling glue from.
Then paneling glue became available.
If you aren t going to paint remove painter s tape and tarps from the space and move furniture back.
Many people choose to err on the side of security when opting for glue instead of nails to hang wood paneling.
It was easier to use and became very popular.
Taking old paneling off the wall in preparation for new paneling can be tedious and removing the glue that binds the paneling to the wall can be arduous.
Nothing special is needed to remove old paneling.
If there are any sticky spots you ll need to repeat the process.
I remember that in the early 90 s the prescription for dealing with paneling was to put a bead of caulk in the troughs in the paneling.
If they ever have to remove the paneling however.
Paneling nails used to be the fastener of choice for hanging paneling.
The walls should feel smooth.
How to remove glued on paneling.
It s a simple procedure of prying and pulling even if the paneling was installed over plaster.