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Woman Shares 'Questionable' Wallpaper They Removed From 150-Year-Old Home

Woman Shares 'Questionable' Wallpaper They Removed From 150-Year-Old Home

Summary

A couple in Kentucky discovered unusual wallpaper in their 150-year-old home. The wallpaper displayed scenes that some viewers associated with historical depictions of slavery. They carefully removed the wallpaper due to concerns about potential toxins.

Key Facts

  • The home is located in Ludlow, Kentucky, and was built in the 1880s.
  • The couple found the wallpaper during a home inspection after purchasing the house in 2023.
  • The wallpaper featured red-and-cream toile-style designs with detailed scenes.
  • Online viewers interpreted these scenes as possibly depicting slavery.
  • The removal process took several months, and the couple used precautions like wearing masks.
  • The bathroom also had tiles arranged in designs resembling upside-down crosses.
  • Both the wallpaper and unusual tile designs have been removed.

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