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Frank's Painting and Wallcovering
5.0(
27
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

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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!"
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+39

Response time2 days
Response rate90%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Urbina's Painting Company
4.4(
14
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a great job. Project was done on time, the quality of the paint and painting work was very good. The area of painting was enclosed to ensure no mess to the surrounding areas. Very courteous staff."
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Exterior Painting Project
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Painting - Interior Project

+74

Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Wallpaper Touch Creations
5.0(
5
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

Transform your space with expert wallpaper installation services in San Francisco, where style meets precision. Our team specializes in the installation of various wallpaper designs, from elegant textures to bold statement pieces, ensuring a seamless and professional finish. Whether you’re searching for wallpaper installation near me or trusted wallpaper contractors near me, we provide customized solutions to enhance any interior.\n\nWith a strong focus on craftsmanship and attention to detail, we cater to both residential and commercial spaces, delivering flawless results that reflect your unique vision. From modern prints to timeless classics, we guarantee a stunning transformation for your walls.

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Fine Point Painting
4.6(
54
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bill from Fine Point Painting first stopped by to perform an estimate. I am a newbie when it comes to painting jargon so Bill was quite helpful in his explanation of the various sheen types (flat, satin, eggshell, semi gloss etc.) and which sheen would look good in which areas. I also discussed a couple of options with him (like should I paint the ceilings or not) and he was again quite helpful with his suggestions.
He sent me the estimate the next morning and it was a very competitive price so I decided to go for it. The work was for 3 painters for 2 days and I used the Angie's list coupons.
On both days, Bill and team showed up very promptly. There were thorough professionals and knew exactly what to do. They bunched up all the furniture and covered it, covered the floors, removed the wall panels for all plug points in the wall, removed curtains. They cleaned all surfaces, patched holes, spot primed the patches and did a great job with the painting. The job was completed on time and I am very impressed with the quality of work.
I will definitely hire them again (thinking of painting the bedrooms and bathrooms next as well as the exterior)
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Walt's Quality Painting
4.9(
110
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best Painter I have ever hired. I contacted Walt in early July. After meeting him, I had a good feeling about him. But I didn't want the job to be done until I was on break from work in October. He was no pressure, when ever I wanted it. Explained that I wanted to brighten up the room, the color I had was dark. He made some good suggestions that I went with. I was not disappointed. Great Customer service. Took pride in prepping the walls and baseboard. He was a clean painter very organized with a plan. He knew I would need a second coat on the walls, and he was 100% right. The work was done in 2 days. With his experience he made it look simple. I have several more paint jobs, and I will be hiring Walt. Thank you Walt."
Cabinet Refinishing
Cabinet Refinishing
Cabinet Refinishing
Cabinet Refinishing
Cabinet Refinishing

+10

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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AOL Painting LLC
5.0(
13
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Javier and his team did an excellent job repainting our front door. They were very polite and courteous. I would definitely hire them again for any future painting jobs."
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+4

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Cabrera's Painting
5.0(
15
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"After comparing quotes from several companies, we hired Byron’s team for our house exterior painting and we are very happy with this decision. Not only was his price estimate very reasonable, Byron also impressed us with his knowledge and friendliness. Byron was very easy to talk to and a joy to work with. He was always available and he was very accommodating even when we tried to change the paint color in the middle of the project! The painters were professional, hardworking and very friendly. They finished the paint job on time and with high quality. I would highly recommend Cabrera’s painting to anyone."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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High Tech Painting Inc
5.0(
9
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

"Bernardo is a hard worker. He arrives on time and brings all the necessary equipment. What I liked most about Bernardo's work is how he was careful not to remove any paint as he washed. I would definitely hire him again."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

Removing a wallpaper border requires the same process to remove full walls of wallpaper. Clear the area, spray down the surface with your hot water and vinegar solution or store-bought spray, wait 10 to 15 minutes, then scrape it off with a putty knife. Sometimes, border wallpaper lifts easier than larger sheets, so you can just peel it right off the wall by hand.

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In most cases, it is not recommended to wallpaper over existing wallpaper, as the success depends on the type of paper already on the wall. While you might be able to cover non-coated wallpaper, you should never apply new wallpaper over a vinyl-coated one, which is more common. Doing so can lead to poor adhesion, resulting in bubbles, imperfections, and peeling. It can also trap moisture, potentially causing hazardous mold growth between the layers.

Even if the existing wallpaper is suitable, experts recommend applying only one new layer. Adding multiple layers (more than two total) can cause significant adhesion problems, leading to warping and bubbling. For the best results, the recommended approach is to remove the old wallpaper and all paste residue before hanging the new paper. If you are unsure about your wallpaper type, consider consulting a professional.

Hiring a professional wallpaper remover is almost always worthwhile. Although the work is more expensive due to labor costs, doing it yourself is extremely time-consuming, complicated, and easy to make mistakes and wreak havoc on your walls, regardless of the tools you use. Professional wallpaper removers have the tools and experience to get old wallpaper down quickly and without damaging the walls behind it.

We don’t recommend wallpapering over older paper. That’s because creating layers of glue can invite bubbling or excess moisture on the wall’s surface. You should also prime your wall before applying wallpaper and smooth the wall as much as you can, and another layer of wallpaper complicates this process.

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