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A Royal Restoration
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Elmhurst, IL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

A Royal Restoration company; We excel in a wide range of home improvement and restoration services. Furthermore, we are leading our industry with a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Our expert level of craftsmanship is guaranteed AND We deliver A Royal Restoration Service to each and everyone of our valued customers.

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Response rate100%
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Recommended by70%of homeowners
Antbees Cleaning Services Inc
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Elmhurst, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

Antbees Cleaning Services Inc is a locally owned and operated company. We value honesty and integrity and treats your home or business as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction! Call today for your free estimate.

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Quality Vision Painting
4.9(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Elmhurst, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Martin and his crew were super efficient and the work was high quality! They were friendly, very knowledgeable and on time. They perfectly removed very tough to remove wallpaper. Would definitely hire again and would recommend that you hire them."
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laminate countertop
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Epoxy countertop

+9

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pride Decorating
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Elmhurst, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Offers commercial services

"Joe did an excellent job of quickly and cleanly removing the wallpaper from the large foyer and stairway of a historic home, being careful to protect the surrounding areas and flooring. He then patched and sealed the plaster walls and painted the foyer and stairway walls and trim. He was prompt and professional. All aspects of the job were very well done."
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 64 closets to paint
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 64 rooms done !
 dinnigroom

+22

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters of Elmhurst
4.8(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Elmhurst, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"George was very responsive setting up the appointment. Upon arrival, He reviewed the room and condition of the walls and suggested that removing the wallpaper and patching the walls was possible but risky given the amount of time it would take and the possibility that the walls would be in bad condition once the layers were removed. He suggested considering taking the walls down to the studs but his crews do not offer this service. In my opinion, he was honest in his assessment and I felt he had my best interest in mind. Ultimately, we discussed a basic paint quote for the room if the walls were repaired."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

The simple nature of peel and stick wallpaper means it should come off much more easily than traditional wallpaper that is glued to your walls. You’ll still want to work slowly and carefully to avoid tearing it, but most peel and stick wallpaper should come off without a chemical agent to loosen it.

Wallpaper lasts an average of around 15 years, but there is some variance. The type of wallpaper matters, as vinyl wallpaper tends to last the longest—sometimes 20 years or more—while a peel-and-stick wallpaper, which is the easiest to install for DIYers, will usually only last for around five years. Exposure to high humidity, smoke, and UV rays from sunlight can also limit the lifespan of your wallpaper, as can heavy traffic in the installation area.

Wallpaper steamers can be very helpful for removing large sections of wallpaper more easily, but they’re not always a good idea for DIYers. The drywall behind your wallpaper is meant to stay dry, and excessive moisture from improper technique with a wallpaper steamer can leave you with severe wall damage. Drywall also retains moisture, which could result in mold growth over time. It’s best to hire a professional to remove your wallpaper with a steamer to avoid wall damage and related moisture issues.

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.

You’ll need to wash the walls to remove wallpaper adhesive residue after removal as part of the prep process for painting or rehanging wallpaper. Old adhesive can cause texture issues and prevent paint or wallpaper from adhering properly to the wall’s surface.

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