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LS Custom Painting & Carpentry LLC
4.2(
200
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Troy, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have never been as pleased with any service that has been performed in our home as we are with LS Custom Painting and Carpentry. They arrived on time as scheduled and provided a free estimate, they immediately scheduled the service. They called to confirm and arrived to do the work right on time. Both men worked diligently, only stopping to talk when I visited with them. The painting is superb and they were done earlier than anticipated. They even caulked in our kitchen because Josh noticed it needed to be done. I wish every person we hired to work in our home was as professional and provided such great quality as this company."
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+2

Recommended by78%of homeowners
Celtic Painting
4.4(
9
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Troy, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Showed up on time,
professional,
clean up as went along,
found the leak area needing to be addressed by roofer and explained thoroughly for us to relay information
plaster job excellent - can't tell where repairs were done
paint matches and can't tell where repairs were done.
Worked efficiently and in timely manner"
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Bredli Custom Painting and Wall Coverings, LLC
3.0(
4
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Troy, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Instead of replacing my front door and shutters, I had Tom and Shawn paint my old ones. I was extremely satisfied and if I have any sort of painting, I will call Bredli Custom Painting again."
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+8

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

Small amounts of wallpaper can be thrown away in your household trash. If you’re removing a whole home’s worth of wallpaper, you may need to contact a waste removal company, rent a dumpster, or schedule a special pick-up with your municipality’s waste removal service. Wallpaper isn’t recyclable, so no matter which method you choose to dispose of it, make sure it doesn’t get mixed in with the recycling.

Using a fabric softener solution is a popular and low-cost DIY method for removing wallpaper, but its effectiveness is limited. While it may work on some types of wallpaper, it is unlikely to be successful on vintage styles, and there is no evidence that it is more effective than other removal methods. There are also several potential downsides: the solution can leave behind a residue that may damage your walls or interfere with the adhesion of new wallpaper. Additionally, this method can create a strong, overpowering aroma that takes a long time to dissipate, making it a poor choice for homeowners sensitive to smells.

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.

When comparing peel-and-stick and traditional wallpaper, the better choice depends on your specific needs and space. Peel-and-stick wallpaper is more budget-friendly and easier to DIY install. On the other hand, traditional wallpaper lasts much longer and holds up better in a wider variety of spaces, including areas with moisture like kitchens and bathrooms.

Hiring a professional wallpaper hanger is usually a worthwhile idea because, while the application of wallpaper itself is easy, getting the finished product to look good is complicated and takes a lot of practice and patience. A professional wallpaper hanger will not only be able to hang your wallpaper seamlessly, but they will also get an even application of wallpaper paste to avoid bubbling and imperfections immediately and over time. Plus, they can provide their professional opinion on whether to remove or wallpaper over an existing layer of wallpaper.

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