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Q: Do I need to prime paintable wallpaper before painting?

• <div><p>No, you don&rsquo;t need to apply <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/quick-primer-interior-painting.htm">paint primer</a> to your wall before hanging paintable wallpaper. Manufacturers design paintable wallpaper so that the paint will adhere effectively, so primer isn&rsquo;t necessary. Plus, even if you opt for a light shade of paint, you won&rsquo;t have to worry about the shade underneath showing through because you are painting on a light, white surface.</p></div>

Q: How can wallpaper be covered without removing it?

• <div><p>Painting over wallpaper is an efficient way to cover it if it&rsquo;s in decent shape. Before painting over wallpaper, make sure the surface is clean and smooth. You may have to remove minor problem areas, such as lifted seams or small peels, with a sheetrock knife or putty knife. Add a latex- or oil-based primer to keep moisture at bay before painting. You&rsquo;ll likely need two coats of paint to cover the area.</p></div>

Q: How long does wallpaper last?

• <div><p>Wallpaper lasts an average of around <b>15 years</b>, but there is some variance. The type of wallpaper matters, as vinyl wallpaper tends to last the longest&mdash;sometimes 20 years or more&mdash;while a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/peel-and-stick-vs-traditional-wallpaper.htm">peel-and-stick wallpaper</a>, 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.</p></div>

Q: How do I find a good wallpaper installer?

• <div><p>Ideally, you want to ask the wallpaper installers you&rsquo;re considering for examples of past work, and references you can call. These will prove that the installer can handle your job, make your room look professional, and will also give you some insight into the kind of customer service you can expect. Before you start calling companies, you might want to narrow down your options by finding installers with mostly positive reviews online.</p></div>

Q: Can I hang wallpaper over textured wallpaper?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;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. </p></div>

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Last update on June 22, 2025

Reviewed in June 2025
Very dependable excellent service, detailed and trustworthy. Would recommend B&J Painting to anyone. Painted complete interior including closets. If I could give 10 stars I would.
B&J Painting LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Wallpaper removal and painting was done in quoted time and looks great. They removed decades old wall paper, patched dry wall, painted and installed new hardware. Will definitely be using again when we have another project.
Jay And Tras Interior And Exterior Painting
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Reviewed in October 2014
Lynn is excellent. She removed the wallpaper, repaired the hole and other minor fixes, primed and painted both bathrooms. After using Lynn in the past, she is the only one we call now. I would wait months if I had to for Lynn. She is professional, efficient, and very reasonable. She...
LYNN SERSTAD QUALITY INTERIORS
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Reviewed in April 2014
<p>Three weeks of work was coordinated with our schedules so we always had a shower and toilet while work was being done. They completely gutted 3 bathrooms with very little dust and construction dirt outside the bathrooms. When they left, the areas were spotless. The quality of work was...
Serenity Kitchen & Bath Inc
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Reviewed in March 2014
Oh my goodness, what an absolutely wonderful experience we had with Brian as a person, and as a professional painter. I am the type of person who likes to save money and do the work myself. I had planned to strip the wallpaper in my foyer, then paint it, and my hallway one color and finish by...
Brian's Painting
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Reviewed in June 2013
Based on a referral by a local contractor, I decided to work with America's Floor Source (AFS) to install new carpeting in my house. I moved to the Indy area for a new job and my Ft Wayne house was on the market for a few months. I have a beautiful home, but I was getting negative feedback from...
America's Floor Source
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Reviewed in June 2013
I had a great experience with Bishop Painting Inc. that I'd like to share with Ft Wayne area Angie's List members. <br /> <br /> Six months ago I moved from Ft Wayne to the Indy area for a new job. I put my Ft Wayne house on the market shortly after I started my new job and had a goal to sell...
Bishop's Painting Inc
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Reviewed in October 2012
This took about two weeks, and it was a lot of work. Carl and Cathy showed up each morning ready to work. They worked steadily, with no breaks or down time. Except for lunch, of course. The best part of the experience was that they were able to show me many 'tricks of the trade' regarding...
Catz Painting
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Reviewed in August 2012
It took them approximately 2 1/2 days. They arrived right on time every day, were extremely hard workers and did an excellent job. They repaired drywall, removed very stubborn wallpaper (and remained pleasant), attended to details. The finished job was very well done. One painter returned on a...
Ervin Bros Painting
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Reviewed in August 2010
The wallpaper was not easy coming off but John was very diligent in making sure the job was very professionally. He always cleaned after each day of work so the kitchen was useable. The painting went very well. The redoing of the spanish lace ceiling and the repair of an areas was very well...
RICH ROY PAINTING
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Shamrock Services, Inc.

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Serving Laotto, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

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Warranties offered

"Excellent quality paint job on a metal building"

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by87%of homeowners

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Reed's Wallpaper Company

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I had the privilege to learn wallpaper installation under my mother who has been hanging wallpaper most of her life. I would love to offer the skills that I have learned to you and help bring your wallpaper visions to life!

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All Encompassed Painting

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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Laotto, IN and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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All Encompassed Painting LLC was founded in 2025. Our company is a full service painting company that serves northeast Indiana, but has branched out to northwest suburbs of Chicago and all the way to northern Michigan. We are here to serve you in every way we can to make sure you love the transformation that unfolds before your eyes. All Encompassed Painting was founded on the principle of quality above all. As a guest in your home/business we treat every space like it is our own.\n\nAt All Encompassed Painting we will never push you or try to sell you on more than you are willing to do. We offer a "Menu" style quote that will allow you to pick and choose what you want. Whether it be the entire quote or just a room as the homeowner/business owner the power to choose is in your hands.

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Jay And Tras Interior And Exterior Painting

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Serving Laotto, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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"Wallpaper removal and painting was done in quoted time and looks great. They removed decades old wall paper, patched dry wall, painted and installed new hardware. Will definitely be using again when we have another project."

+118

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Jr Quality Painting & Finishing

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Serving Laotto, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"Andy did a great job with all the painting and trim work, his attention to detail was spot on! I would definitely hire him for future projects."

+27

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Newman Brothers Painting

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Serving Laotto, IN and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"They painted a bathroom, kitchen and three bedrooms for me. Price was great, communication was also great. Jobs were completed in the time frame they quoted."

+85

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Serving Laotto, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

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Emergency services offered

"Very good service! Have recommended him to 3 or 4 other people.."

Recommended by50%of homeowners

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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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Serving Laotto, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I only use James when I need some work done to my house. He responds fast, gets the work done quicker than just about anyone else I've ever used and seems very concerned with leaving his customers happy."

Recommended by60%of homeowners

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Serving Laotto, IN and surrounding areas

"They were very good,friendly knowledgeable and their price is reasonable."

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Interior Design

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Wallpapering questions, answered by experts

No, you don’t need to apply paint primer to your wall before hanging paintable wallpaper. Manufacturers design paintable wallpaper so that the paint will adhere effectively, so primer isn’t necessary. Plus, even if you opt for a light shade of paint, you won’t have to worry about the shade underneath showing through because you are painting on a light, white surface.

Painting over wallpaper is an efficient way to cover it if it’s in decent shape. Before painting over wallpaper, make sure the surface is clean and smooth. You may have to remove minor problem areas, such as lifted seams or small peels, with a sheetrock knife or putty knife. Add a latex- or oil-based primer to keep moisture at bay before painting. You’ll likely need two coats of paint to cover the area.

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.

Ideally, you want to ask the wallpaper installers you’re considering for examples of past work, and references you can call. These will prove that the installer can handle your job, make your room look professional, and will also give you some insight into the kind of customer service you can expect. Before you start calling companies, you might want to narrow down your options by finding installers with mostly positive reviews online.

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.

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