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Lilian Touch Restoration Inc
4.9(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Lilian Touch Restoration did a wonderful job painting the outside of my home. They are a very remarkable team that you can count on getting the job done. They cleaned up after each day. I would suggest them to everyone. Thanks again for the great job."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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Painting - Interior Project

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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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12 Weeks Company
5.0(
10
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simon did a great job hanging our wallpaper! He was very patient with some unforeseen circumstances with the manufacturer and was able to complete the job. Would definitely recommend him!"
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Wallpaper installation
Laminate Installation
Laminate Installation
Wallpeper

+13

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CertaPro Painters® of Chicago
4.3(
65
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

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They did great. I have used them multiple times. They had to redo some of the work they initially did, but they did come back and redo it.

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.6(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"They did an amazing job staining and varnishing my door. Fast, reliable, professional, and amazing quality. Will definitely use them again"
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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ProHouse Solutions
4.7(
23
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn't be happier with the wallpaper installation in our baby's nursery. The team helped us choose the right design and executed it flawlessly. It’s now the most beautiful room in our house!"
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+11

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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Unamis Painting and Remodeling Inc
5.0(
25
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"On time, good communication, fair price, job done efficiently as promised. Would hire again. Thank you."
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+20

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chicagoland Precision Painting
4.6(
46
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving River Forest, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason repainted our wrought iron fence. It had a lot of rust on it, so a lot of grinding was required to prep it for paint. That took a day. On day 2 he did the painting. The fence looks great, the paint was applied liberally yet evenly, and Jason is very nice and very easy to work with.
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

Because poison ivy and similar plants can cause potentially life-threatening allergic reactions depending on your sensitivity, it's best to hire a professional to remove it. Hiring a local lawn care service or other professional also increases your chances of successful eradication so that you don't have to deal with the issue again several months down the road.

You may end up with extra wallpaper once your project is finished. Hang on to that wallpaper, as you may need to use it to patch up areas that get damaged later on. If you have a lot of excess wallpaper, try getting creative with it. You can use it to line the inside of a cabinet or drawers, for example.

Peel-and-stick wallpaper is designed to be removed without damaging walls, making it a good choice for renters or temporary design changes. However, damage to paint or drywall can occur under certain conditions. To prevent issues, the wall surface must be properly prepared before application—it should be clean, smooth, dry, and correctly primed or painted. Applying wallpaper to a freshly painted surface can cause the paint to peel off during removal. Additionally, removing the wallpaper too quickly or aggressively can also cause damage. For best results, always follow the manufacturer's instructions for both application and removal.

If you’re installing new wallpaper and have leftover glue, you can remove unused wallpaper paste from the bucket or pan it’s in by letting it dry. If it’s an oil-based paste, seal it in a plastic bag and throw it in the garbage. Otherwise, toss the leftover wallpaper paste in the trash. Although it’s water-soluble, don’t rinse unused wallpaper paste down the sink because it could dry in the pipes and cause a blockage.

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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