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Kairos Wallpaper
5.0(
30
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Kairos Wallpaper did a wonderful job installing a mural and wallpapering a guest bathroom for us. They were professional and timely in their communication and delivery. Will definitely hire them again."
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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GS Painting LLC
5.0(
163
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It is always a pleasure having Garry work on our house! He just helped with a front porch redo by painting the door, trim and touch up. As always, he did an excellent job, and he was very conscientious in his work. He painted our home eight years ago and was able to fix the massive peeling paint and rotten wood issues. I know that peeling paint issues are tricky and he removed at least half the paint on a few areas around the home. Over the years he has also pressure washed a few times and soft washed the roof. He stands by his work, providing a 10 year warranty on the paint job and uses premium materials and provided excellent preparation. We have had no trouble with the paint. I would certainly recommend Garry if you are looking for excellent work."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Smooth Move Cleaning Etc. LLC
4.5(
19
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Smooth Move and cleaning did a excellent job on mounting my tv and installing 2 ceiling fans. Blair and Shantel are a excellent pair. They work well together, did everything in a timely manner. And kept me posted on the job at hand. This is my third time using them. I have other projects in the works with them. Definitely give them a call. You won't be disappointed."
Painting - Exterior Project
Handymen Project
The start of cut work in the family room
Painting - Interior Project
TV Service - Cable Project

+80

Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Paint By Liz
5.0(
5
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Paint by Liz is AMAZING!!! Liz and her assistant were professional, timely, and thorough when they came to my house and replaced a door and a separate door hinge. Not only was the work high quality, but she and her assistant were extremely pleasant to have in the home. I would HIGHLY recommend her services and will be calling her next time we need something done. Thank you so much Liz!"
Exterior Painting
Fence Painting
Styrofoam stucco trim repair
Bathroom cabinetry painting
Kitchen Cabinet Remodel

+39

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Shillem Specialties Inc
4.7(
13
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gainesville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When i called we discussed what I was looking for. He explained I needed to look at a place that sells mobile home items such as for the tub so it would fit correctly. Saving me a HUGE headache! Whenever I had a question he had no problem answering it. On our agreed upon date for installation he arrived early and immediately began working. He widen areas and removed and replace tub,shower,cabinets and other misc items. He was there for 4 days and each day he would leave the rooms picked up. I am very pleased with the outcome it is exactly as we discussed...beautiful and functional! And he even do a couple of little extra things such as fixed my leaky faucet for no additional charge! Hard to find such service anymore! He was friendly and took pride in his work. I would highly recommend this company to anyone needing home improvements.
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+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal FAQs, answered by experts

Limewash can be removed from brick, but the method of removal will depend on how long the limewash has been on the brick. If the limewash has fully dried—which happens after about five days—you’ll need to use a diluted muriatic acid mixture to remove it. If there are multiple coats of limewash, you may need to apply the acid mixture several times to fully remove it from the brick.

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.

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.

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.

To remove adhesive-backed wallpaper, you’ll need to soften the adhesive before you try peeling the wallpaper off the walls. You may wonder whether peel-and-stick wallpaper damages walls. It can depend on the removal method. Make sure to be patient and consider using a steamer, hair dryer, or adhesive remover to carefully take down adhesive-backed wallpaper.

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