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Art Work Painting, LLC
4.8(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional, courteous, capable and competitive. Sergio and his workers repaired water damaged kitchen ceiling drywall, removed existing texture, reapplied new texture and painted. Excellent work, one of the best contractors I have hired. On time, on schedule and cleaned up. Highly recommended !!!!"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate91%
146 neighbors recently requested a quote
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A Refreshing Touch
4.9(
8
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Heather and Ray did an outstanding job painting the interior of our home. Heather was extremely helpful with our color selection as well. I highly recommend them for their professionalism, quality of work and ease of scheduling. We would have back without question. Fantastic job."
Guest Bedroom
Guest Bathroom
Master Bedroom
Master Bathroom
Loft

+25

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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E&B's Revolutionizing
4.9(
12
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"E&B’s were fantastic and I can’t say enough good things. They arrived early each day, completed the job early even though it was a small crew, and did impeccable work. They painted nearly my entire first floor and the attention to detail was even better than I could have hoped. They were courteous, quiet, and efficient, and left everything cleaner than they found it. I’ve already started planning another project with them. HIGHLY recommend!"
Flooring install
Doors, trim and cieling freshly painted
While providing our best service we make sure your floors, furniture or any other items are well pretocted.
Finished flooring install
Doors,trim and cieling freshly painted

+157

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Interiors by Kim, Inc.
4.3(
37
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They want a deposit to start the job and when your done giving them your credit number they than tell you that they are going to add a surcharge for using you credit card, BUYER BEWARE RIP OFF, the subcontractor they used for installation of the carpet was a 5 star plus"
Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DMJ Customs Colors Painting, LLC
5.0(
5
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Ocean View, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

"They did a fabulous job. I was very pleased with their work. They were very prompt in calling me back. When I added things it was never a problem. They helped me with the color choices. They were very prompt of their arrival time; They arrived at 8 o'clock when they said they will."
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

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. 

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.

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.

Using a fabric softener solution is a popular and low-cost DIY method for removing wallpaper, but its effectiveness is limited. While it may work on some types of wallpaper, it is unlikely to be successful on vintage styles, and there is no evidence that it is more effective than other removal methods. There are also several potential downsides: the solution can leave behind a residue that may damage your walls or interfere with the adhesion of new wallpaper. Additionally, this method can create a strong, overpowering aroma that takes a long time to dissipate, making it a poor choice for homeowners sensitive to smells.

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.

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