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Marie’s Wallpaper
5.0(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sarah was amazing! She is a true artist. Not only did she do a perfect job, she helped me figure out how much wallpaper I needed and what type to get. She is a pro for sure and I'm going to hire her again to do my dining room wall."
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+136

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by56%of homeowners
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Berger's Painting
4.8(
430
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The painters were here on schedule every day. They covered everything to avoid getting paint where it wasn't supposed to be. They removed pictures from the walls and moved furniture out of the way, and put everything back in its place when done. Their painting was meticulous and the finished work is beautiful. The price was reasonable and we would definitely hire them again."
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+28

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Elite Paperhanging
4.3(
109
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We asked Jim to remove the old wallpaper that had been in the kitchen and bathroom since the house was built. He did the job and repainted the walls covering all the marks and imperfections that remained. He is a true professional and made the whole process a pleasure."
Master Bath Wall
Cannon-Bullock
Patterned Grasscloth
Torn Paper
Ivy Hotel, San Diego, CA

+26

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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LIFE TIME PAINTING
5.0(
28
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Outstanding service! They transformed my bedroom in just a few hours. The quality of the wallpaper installation is topnotchperfect corners and seamless edges. The crew was polite and professional. If you need wallpapering done right, look no further"
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+121

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David Coston
4.8(
44
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"David is such a professional. He did an outstanding job of removing wallpaper in every room in my condo. He's very detail-oriented and takes pride in his work. I, also, enjoyed talking with him ---very intelligent. I would highly recommend him and I will be using him again. I was very lucky to have found him."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J.A.WALLCOVERING
4.3(
12
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a wonderful experience using J.A. Wallcovering to install peel and stick wallpaper for our nursery. They scheduled us within a week of us reaching out, were professional, and completed the job very quickly. We had an issue installing peel and stick wallpaper after someone else we originally hired could not complete the job."
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+56

Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Precision Wallpaper Innovations
5.0(
5
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving San Clemente, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

San Diego’s coastal light and diverse interiors make wallpaper an exciting design choice. As a licensed wallpaper installer with 21 years of experience, I specialize in wallpaper installation, wallpaper removal, wallpapering, wallcovering, hanging, install, and repair. I work with paper, vinyl, fabric, grasscloth, non-woven, peel-and-stick, textured, and mural wallpapers, bringing out the best in each. \nI’ve partnered with designers and contractors to create standout commercial spaces and elegant residential interiors. My expertise covers challenging walls — staircases, curved features, and expansive murals — always ensuring clean seams, secure adhesion, and a professional finish. \nFrom beach houses in La Jolla to modern lofts downtown, I tailor every installation to the space and style. Clients appreciate my meticulous approach and the fact that I leave each job site spotless and ready for use.

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Wallpaper Removal FAQs, answered by experts

It can take a professional anywhere between several hours and a full day to remove wallpaper in one room. How long wallpaper removal takes depends on the type of adhesive, the wallpaper’s age, the condition of the walls, and more.

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.

If you can already see the texture of the existing wallpaper through the layer of paint, then the texture could also come through the new layer of wallpaper. If that’s the aesthetic you want, then proceed. But if you want a smoother surface, you should either strip off the existing paint and wallpaper or hang a layer of liner paper before proceeding.

Peel-and-stick wallpaper is designed to be removed without damaging walls, making it a good choice for renters or temporary design changes. However, damage to paint or drywall can occur under certain conditions. To prevent issues, the wall surface must be properly prepared before application—it should be clean, smooth, dry, and correctly primed or painted. Applying wallpaper to a freshly painted surface can cause the paint to peel off during removal. Additionally, removing the wallpaper too quickly or aggressively can also cause damage. For best results, always follow the manufacturer's instructions for both application and removal.

No, you don’t always have to remove old wallpaper before applying a new layer. However, you should pull off the existing wallpaper if it’s cracked, peeling, or in poor condition. We’d also recommend against putting wallpaper over textured or dark-colored wallpaper because the old layer may be visible through the new one. In addition, if you try to hang new wallpaper over vinyl-coated wallpaper, the adhesive might not stick properly. 

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