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Affordable Painting Services
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Couldn't have been more pleased!  Very professional and got right to it.  The Wall Switch that was removed, you never would have known there was one there, excellent job. The Ceiling repair, was our biggest concern, done wonderfully.  Very Happy with the outcome of this Project.... Might even have him come back to do some other Projects in the Future.  He's quite the HandyMan!!!Would definitely recommend Alan and his sidekick Geno to anyone!!! """FANTABULOUS""""
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Hampton Enterprise LLC
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."
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Sherwood Construction Services
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Freeport, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

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We are a Full Service Construction Company. Since 2000, our construction and remodeling company has offered a wide range of improvement services for residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout the Chicagoland area.\nWhether you are wanting a Full Remodel or a Refacing we specialize in it all. \nGive your old tub a new lease on life with bathtub reglazing and repair by Sherwood Construction Services. We perform color changes and refurbish worn or fading bathtubs for far less than a new replacement.\nUpgrade your counters and cabinets affordably with our countertop resurfacing and cabinet refacing services. We offer a wide selection of materials and finishes to give your kitchen or bath a completely new look.\nransform your existing bathroom into a stylish and relaxing oasis. Our professionals provide comprehensive bathroom remodeling, featuring modern design that is tailored to your personal style and preferences.

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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

While you can remove wallpaper yourself, it is a labor-intensive process that risks damaging your walls. Common DIY methods include using a steamer to loosen the adhesive or spraying the paper with a solution of hot water and vinegar or dish soap before scraping. However, steamers can cause irreparable damage if used incorrectly, and the spray-and-scrape method can harm drywall if it gets too wet or you scrape too aggressively. For these reasons, hiring a professional is often the fastest, easiest, and safest option. A pro has the experience and specialized tools to remove wallpaper efficiently without damaging the underlying surface, which saves time and minimizes the prep work needed for your next wall treatment.

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.

Costs depend on wallpaper type, wall condition, labor, and necessary repairs.

Removing a wallpaper border requires the same process to remove full walls of wallpaper. Clear the area, spray down the surface with your hot water and vinegar solution or store-bought spray, wait 10 to 15 minutes, then scrape it off with a putty knife. Sometimes, border wallpaper lifts easier than larger sheets, so you can just peel it right off the wall by hand.

Painting over wood paneling is an option that can save you money and time. However, if you go this route, the style and texture of the wood you paint over will still be evident. Painting over paneling is an excellent way to modernize an otherwise outdated aesthetic. Instead of removing wood panels, consider painting them a bright color–like white or ivory. This is essentially wainscoting, but without any of the required installation. 

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