Can You Wallpaper Over Flaking Paint. Im the second owner of the house from new build. But the good news is that these types of wallpaper are fairly easy to remove.
Then apply joint compound to all seams nail holes bumps or other damaged spots. This process will encapsulate the old paint and wallpaper. Next a few warnings.
Painting over wallpaper isnt recommended.
Use a wire brush or paint scraper to scrape off all loose paint. You will however need to do a skim coat or 2 of drywall Spackle or else your topcoat will have a texture. That would include wallpaper that is peeling in multiple places and certain types of wallpaper such as fabric-backed vinyl. Painting over wallpaper is not as dangerous as it may sound provided you prepare the wall carefully.