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Mike's Services
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mike did an outstanding job of estimating the job, creating the right solution and then cleaning, powerwashing and applying a finish coat of stain/water repellent.  Great job and I would recommend Mike and Mike's Services to anyone"
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Modern Edge Construction
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cade has been top notch, work ethic is awesome, he shows up when he says he will and his quality of work is awesome!! He is easy to work with and shows up with a positive attitude no matter what the project is!"
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Patrisha's Professional Painting Service
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Ely, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

"I hired her, I was so happy with her work. I own three offices and I hired her to paint all three offices at different times. She has done four different jobs for me and has done excellent work. She is kind and easy to talk to. If you want something done as a priority, she makes it happen."
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

The pros of wallpaper include its durability and longer lifespan than paint, as well as its versatility. The durability can translate to lower long-term costs for upkeep and replacement, and the versatility means you have more options for customizing rooms in your home. Some downsides include that it’s difficult to remove, it’s not ideal for rooms or areas exposed to high moisture content or sun exposure, and it’s tricky to install. A professional wallpaper hanger can help mitigate these issues, though, by installing it properly and in areas suitable for wallpaper.

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.

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. 

The average cost to remove wood paneling is $2,800, but total costs may be higher or lower depending on the size of the room, your location, and the amount of prep work required. Once the paneling is gone, you may have additional costs depending on the condition of the wall beneath.

You may end up with extra wallpaper once your project is finished. Hang on to that wallpaper, as you may need to use it to patch up areas that get damaged later on. If you have a lot of excess wallpaper, try getting creative with it. You can use it to line the inside of a cabinet or drawers, for example.

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