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Top-Rated Wallpaper removers in Gurnee - Updated Nov 2026

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MNM Painting and Decorating
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gurnee, 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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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by58%of homeowners
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Juan P. Painting
4.7(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Juan and Melvin both did an awesome job painting our home. Quality work and they are prompt. Def would hire again."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate88%
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Affordable Services 4 You
3.4(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Here at Affordable Services 4 You, we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade, and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We can give you quality remodels at affordable prices.

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+73

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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ProHouse Solutions
4.7(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Prohouse for wallpaper installation and was impressed. The team was professional, punctual, and highly skilled, ensuring every detail was perfect."
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Response time9 hrs
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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R Nelson Decorating
4.7(
50
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"Ross is the best, a true craftsman. He took great care with delicate hand painted wallpaper that required precision alignment. He prepared the walls thoroughly prior to applying the wallpaper. The results were outstanding."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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CQ Painting Inc
4.6(
134
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Emergency services offered

"Cris and his crew were here on time every day until the job was complete. The crew was very focused on details and did a beautiful job. We are very pleased with the work performed, and will definitely contact them again for our future painting needs."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Chicagoland Precision Painting
4.6(
46
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Would definitely have them work on our home again.  They cleaned up after themselves and left us with two beautifully painted rooms!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Tucker's - Painting & Decorating
4.4(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Gurnee, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

"Troy was the best painter I have ever had. The job was clean and neat. I found him with the coupon. I feel the work surpassed my Expectations and I’m picky ????"
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal FAQs, answered by experts

Accent walls can feel out of place or distracting if not well designed. Accent walls that don’t fit in with a room’s style can feel jarring or overpowering. Some accent wall styles can also feel dated, but fortunately, it’s easier to update a single wall than an entire room.

Prime and repaint walls after removal to ensure a clean, finished surface.

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.

The cost varies from $1 to $3 per square foot, depending on the type of wallpaper, the wall condition, and the labor involved.

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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