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Avatar for Lilian Touch Restoration Inc
Lilian Touch Restoration Inc
4.9(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Glencoe, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"very professional guy no problem he painted everything like requested over 2500 sq ft entire house . paint job was excellent A+ I would hire a Raphael the owner and use him again and his Lilian Touch Restoration inc company for any paint job i do recommended him from my end to all others to try and use him ."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+437

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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12 Weeks Company
5.0(
8
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Glencoe, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simon did an amazing job installing my laminate wood flooring and baseboards. Everything looks super clean and professionally done. He was easy to work with, which made the whole process stress free. I’m really happy with the results and will definitely be hiring him again in the future"
Wallpaper installation
Wallpaper installation
Laminate Installation
Laminate Installation
Wallpeper

+11

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.7(
27
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Glencoe, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"MNM did an excellent job hanging wallpaper in our nursery. The wallpaper looks terrific and there were some difficult parts to the job. MNM was easy to deal with at a reasonable price and handled everything very well. I would hire them again."
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+38

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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A & R Decorating & Restoration
4.2(
22
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Glencoe, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Al and his team were great. They were easy to work with, there when they said they would be, and well priced. The final paint job looks great. I will certainly reach out agin for my next project."
Living Room and Music room
Exercise Room
Essential Preparation
Finishing touches
Voila Completed Project

+1

Response time8 hrs
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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DYNAMIC COLORS INC
4.9(
252
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Glencoe, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"4 men were here for 4 days and 3 were here on the 5th and final day. They came exactly at 7:30 AM, and left about 4:30-5:00, working constantly with only a short break for lunch. Things they did beyond their job: Shoveling snow & ice and putting salt on the steps. Taking out my garbage, 1 garbage and two recycling bags. Cleaning everything except what I said not to, because I need to sort through some stuff. Cleaning a bunch of black gunk left under some bookends on my desk Removing masking tape gunk on the 7 windows in the sun porch, ghosts of many long ago Christmases They cleaned the glass windows from every room in which they worked They cleaned 5 of my 6 ceiling fans.....why not #6? some of the things I moved prior to their arrival was stored in that room. They vacuumed the rugs in all the rooms in which they worked They vacuumed the steps going down the front hall They kept asking if I was sure there wasn't anything else I wanted them to do....."
Exterior Restoration
Farmhouse Restoration
Water Damage Restoration
Wallpaper Installation
Exterior Door & Window Restoration

+236

Response time4 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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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. 

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.

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.

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.

One of the biggest downsides to peel-and-stick wallpaper is that it doesn't last as long as traditional wallpaper. Its lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the paper, proper wall preparation and application, and the room's conditions. As a general rule, peel-and-stick wallpaper can last for at least five years, but this can vary significantly. Budget products may only last about 3 years, while higher-quality products can stay up for 7 years or more in ideal conditions. Factors that can shorten its lifespan include high humidity (such as in a bathroom), dirty walls, and low-quality paper. If used on flooring, expect it to last only 1 to 3 years unless sealed. However, the shorter lifespan can be seen as a positive, making it a great choice for people who enjoy switching up their interiors more frequently.

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