The reason is a steamer may also loosen the sheetrock or the paper backing on the sheetrock, and may cause small to large pieces to come off with the wallpaper when you remove it.
If you have already started your project and are seeing small or even large pieces of sheetrock coming off during your steaming process, take a look at this article http://www.wallpaper.mydiyguide.com/tips&secrets/wallrepair.shtml It will help you repair the holes that have formed.
If you just can't stand the idea of using chemicals to remove your wallpaper - or - you know the sheetrock beneath the wallpaper is old and will definitely crumble when you try a steamer, you might want to consider painting over the wallpaper.
If painting is the way to go, you will want to paint over your wallpaper using an oil based primer or sealer followed by 1 to 4 coats of finishing paint.
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