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Lynette's Painting & Remodeling, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Onarga, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lynette's stripped wallpaper and repainted all the rooms of my large 2 story 1920's house. Needless to say, a home of this age had lots of cracks in the plaster...however, they look just awesome now! I simply cannot praise Lynette's enough for their professionalism, great work, and neatness. To me, the fact that they were always cleaning up after themselves, keeping the house more intact than one would explect during a major renovation, was huge! Over the years, I have dealt with an extraordinary number of workmen/women and these three will exceed all of your expectations! I am sorry I didn't take before and after pictures of this project because the results are amazing! THANKS, LYNETTE'S, YOUR WORK AND WORK ETHIC IS A RARE FIND!"
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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AOM Remodeling and Restoration
4.6(
52
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Onarga, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Where do I start.... I called Dave once we closed on our house. The entire Interior / trim needed wallpaper removal, and fresh paint. Luckily I had and empty house to work with for about a month. He made sure he squeezed me in before we moved, which was a huge plus. After discussing my budget, we came to an agreement on a price that was more than reasonable. He and his team worked day / night / weekends to make sure it was done on time. I took forever to pick out colors, etc... and he never was impatient with me. He finished 90% of it on time, the other part was because I couldn't make a descision on color for that area. He came after we moved in and knocked that out promptly. Any touch ups, fixes etc that were needed, he came and did with no issue. He even took the liberty of going out and purchasing all the new air vents, and other things we needed. He even came back and repainted the kitchen completely after we wanted to change the color. I would highly recomend his company, and will use him again. Stand up guy."
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tan and white trim room
blue and white trim room

+5

Recommended by90%of homeowners
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World Painting Company
3.9(
43
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Onarga, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted World Painting after CertaPro dropped out of sight.  We quickly got an appointment with them and they were ready to give us a bid that day.  The price was reasonable and it included power washing, caulking, and painting our porch floor along with the entire house.
They were able to start within the week and kept us updated through out the project, letting us know what was the next step and when it would be completed.  Customer service was excellent.  When I had a question they called me back within the hour. 
They did an amazing job and we have gotten tons of compliments on it.  We would definitely use them again.
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Hair Salon Remodel
Restoring Historical Home
Remodeling Cabinets
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Wallpaper Removal FAQs, answered by experts

Most jobs take 1-3 days, depending on room size and adhesive strength.

Many peel-and-stick wallpapers aren’t moisture-resistant, so if you install them in high-humidity rooms, mold can grow behind the wallpaper. It’s best to reserve peel-and-stick wallpaper for bedrooms, living rooms, and other rooms with lower humidity levels. Not only does this minimize the risk of mold growth, but it also keeps the wallpaper from bubbling or peeling.

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.

While it is possible to paint over wallpaper, it is generally better to remove it first to guarantee a smooth, professional finish. Painting over wallpaper can save time, but it may lead to issues if not done correctly.

You can paint over existing wallpaper if it is in excellent condition: smooth, non-textured, clean, and firmly adhered to the wall. Ensure there are no bumps, tears, or peeling areas, and that all corners and seams are securely glued down. You might also consider painting over wallpaper if removing it would damage the underlying wall. Additionally, some wallpapers are specifically designed to be paintable, which can add texture to a room.

However, there are risks. If the wallpaper is textured, damaged, or peeling, these imperfections will show through the new paint. The moisture from the paint can also loosen the wallpaper's adhesive, causing it to bubble and potentially damage the wall. To mitigate these issues, clean the surface thoroughly and use an oil-based primer to help the paint adhere and prevent the old adhesive from bleeding through.

Yes, many companies offer convenient options to accommodate service timing needs.

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