Top-rated wallpaper removers.

Get matched with top wallpaper removers in Atherton, CA

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 5 pros

Need a pro for your wallpaper removal project in Atherton, CA?

Select your specific project to find the pro for you.

Find Wallpaper removers in Atherton

Frank's Painting and Wallcovering
5.0(
28
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Frank did a fantastic job wallpapering & painting my front entryway and staircase. The space has tricky walls, with odd shapes and dimensions, but Frank was incredibly knowledgeable throughout the process, from helping me figure out how many rolls of wallpaper to order, to laying out the wallpaper so that every weird angle appeared to join up seamlessly. He was professional throughout the process and easy to work with. Would recommend!"
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+39

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Fine Point Painting
Fine Point Painting
4.6(
54
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The approximate cost was $1300. The guys were nice. But the paint job isn't holding up that well. From the wall were my alarm is when the wall gets touch the paint is coming off. I don't think they did do a primer. It's not holding up I can see were it needs to be touched up in hallway and the laundry room where they painted and same in the kitchen. They were kind of in a hurry so they didn't spend time on prep. That's the kind of comment I will make to future customer. It looks good but they don't do a lot of prep. There were areas that have to be touched up.  It's not even a full year yet. They kind of want to get in and out.  Initially he came in with a price. He verbally gave me quotes for each room and because I am a female. He went outside to his truck to come back with the final bill and it was 3 times than what he said for each room. I say to him I guess I have to give you a not so great review on Angie's List because the quote and the integrity of all that is part of why I use Angie's List. When I said that he called me back and said oh I'm so sorry I don't know what I was thinking. That wasn't the quote I wanted to give you. I am like oh my god if I hadn't said that this guy will be taking me to the cleaners. They were on time. They were professional."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Stanford Painting
Stanford Painting
4.8(
74
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

"This is the second time I have used Stanford Painting, and in both cases I was very happy with the results. They charged a fair price and the service and quality of the work was top notch. This time I they painted the trim on the our house. In some cases it needed scraping and even repair. They did all that and did an excellent job of painting. The crew was very professional, did not get any paint on areas they shouldn't have, and cleaned up every day. There was a full crew every day so that the job was finished quickly. I highly recommend Stanford Painting."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+13

Recommended by96%of homeowners
R J Leonard Painting
5.0(
16
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

"He was a local painter. He and his team of painters were terrific. He did a real good job. The job cost me $3000. His price was good. I had received other estimates for the work and his estimate was the most reasonable. They were very well organized, very informative. Their work ethics was excellent. They completed the work in three days that included, preparation, trim, and double layers. They consulted with me from time to time regarding my requirements. They worked from the minute they came out to the moment they left. They took only a lunch break. The owner, Mr. Leonard, had to go out of town. His team continued to work, providing the same quality of work, in his entire absence. They continued as if he were there. He didn?t call me back regarding the questions that I had. However, his team repeatedly asked me questions regarding what and how I wanted things done. When he came back, I told him that I was very impressed with the team and that he had a trustworthy team. It was an excellent team. I am planning to use him for the interior painting, shortly. I will ask for the same team to do the job. I had a really good experience with them. His prices were extremely reasonable. I am extremely happy with the quality of their work. They dug away the dirt from the foundation of the house and painted below the dirt line. It was extraordinary. They put the dirt back. They were very clean. They cleaned up after themselves everyday. At the end of the job, they cleaned everything again and hauled it all away. They did an awesome job. They came out on time. They would inform me in advance as to the time they would arrive. They would come out within 15 minutes of the designated time. I will definitely use them again in the future for interior painting."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Paintrite Pros
Paintrite Pros
4.7(
15
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tim did an amazing job. He was prompt on arrival. Tim’s painting skills are outstanding. He completed work in a timely manner & he cleaned areas when finished. I would hire him again and I would recommend him to others."
Fence painting
Exterior painting
Interior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project

+135

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Cabrera's Painting
Cabrera's Painting
5.0(
15
)
Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Atherton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work went very well. He arrived on time with a helper and they did a fantastic job removing wall paper. They cleaned up afterward and observed all the precautions with Covid 19. I would use again in a minute! Very pleased."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+26

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Showing 1-10 of 44
Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

The simple nature of peel and stick wallpaper means it should come off much more easily than traditional wallpaper that is glued to your walls. You’ll still want to work slowly and carefully to avoid tearing it, but most peel and stick wallpaper should come off without a chemical agent to loosen it.

Accent walls can feel out of place or distracting if not well designed. Accent walls that don’t fit in with a room’s style can feel jarring or overpowering. Some accent wall styles can also feel dated, but fortunately, it’s easier to update a single wall than an entire room.

While it is possible to paint over wallpaper, it is generally better to remove it first to guarantee a smooth, professional finish. Painting over wallpaper can save time, but it may lead to issues if not done correctly.

You can paint over existing wallpaper if it is in excellent condition: smooth, non-textured, clean, and firmly adhered to the wall. Ensure there are no bumps, tears, or peeling areas, and that all corners and seams are securely glued down. You might also consider painting over wallpaper if removing it would damage the underlying wall. Additionally, some wallpapers are specifically designed to be paintable, which can add texture to a room.

However, there are risks. If the wallpaper is textured, damaged, or peeling, these imperfections will show through the new paint. The moisture from the paint can also loosen the wallpaper's adhesive, causing it to bubble and potentially damage the wall. To mitigate these issues, clean the surface thoroughly and use an oil-based primer to help the paint adhere and prevent the old adhesive from bleeding through.

If you’re installing new wallpaper and have leftover glue, you can remove unused wallpaper paste from the bucket or pan it’s in by letting it dry. If it’s an oil-based paste, seal it in a plastic bag and throw it in the garbage. Otherwise, toss the leftover wallpaper paste in the trash. Although it’s water-soluble, don’t rinse unused wallpaper paste down the sink because it could dry in the pipes and cause a blockage.

You’ll need to wash the walls to remove wallpaper adhesive residue after removal as part of the prep process for painting or rehanging wallpaper. Old adhesive can cause texture issues and prevent paint or wallpaper from adhering properly to the wall’s surface.

The Atherton, CA homeowners’ guide to wallpaper removal services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.