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—sometimes 20 years or more—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>

Should I wallpaper over old wallpaper?

• <div><p>We don’t recommend wallpapering over older paper. That’s because creating layers of glue can invite bubbling or excess moisture on the wall’s surface. You should also prime your wall before applying wallpaper and smooth the wall as much as you can, and another layer of wallpaper complicates this process.</p></div>

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Q: How many times can you wallpaper over wallpaper?

• <div><p>Most experts would not recommend hanging wallpaper over existing wallpaper more than twice. Even if the walls are in good condition and primed well, that third layer of wallpaper could cause problems with adhesion. Unless you like bubbling paint and peeling wallpaper as an interior design choice, it&rsquo;s better to remove at least one existing layer before adding any more to a wall. </p></div>

Q: What is the best wallpaper to hide imperfections?

• <div><p>Textured or patterned vinyl wallpaper designs are the best option for hiding imperfections. Embossed designs or faux finishes like brick, wood, or linen textures are especially effective at camouflaging dents, cracks, or uneven surfaces. Avoid smooth, shiny finishes, as they can highlight flaws rather than conceal them. </p></div>

Q: Should I wallpaper over old wallpaper?

• <div><p>We don&rsquo;t recommend wallpapering over older paper. That&rsquo;s because creating layers of glue can invite bubbling or excess moisture on the wall&rsquo;s surface. You should also prime your wall before applying wallpaper and smooth the wall as much as you can, and another layer of wallpaper complicates this process.</p></div>

Q: How many coats of paint do paintable wallpapers need?

• <div><p>The color of the paint, its opacity, and the depth of the texture on the paper all affect how many coats of paint you need to apply to paintable wallpaper. You'll need at least two coats of paint to ensure even coverage. Don&rsquo;t be surprised if you need to apply three coats if the embossing is very deep or if you use a dark color.</p></div>

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Reviewed in January 2025
Perfect from start to finish. Vinny is a master at getting the seams matched perfectly and the paper placement around and behind objects was so well done. He worked with English wallpapers that needed wall prep and paste to hang correctly and each pattern had different repeats and...
Vinny Zanella
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Reviewed in June 2017
Tim was great. This is the second time we have used Joe's company. Definitely one of the best Painting/wall papering companies on the Cape.
NIEMI Painting & Decorating
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Reviewed in November 2012
The job was agreed upon within the 30 day window. We wanted the second coat to be done so we paid the full price. We wrote in the contract that we chose the brand and color of paint to be used. Roger Zayatz, the owner and operator of Red River Painting is a true professional. He did a very...
RED RIVER PAINTING
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Reviewed in April 2017
He and his assistant were professional, polite and efficient. If I have painting needs I will check with him again for an estimate. We were impressed with his knowledge and approach.
PAINTING BY LOUIS
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Reviewed in May 2014
Not only did they do a great job of painting the walls, trim and ceilings, they also did small repairs and even put our artwork back on the walls in the same place. When we returned from vacation, it was like walking into a brand new home! You could only tell they had been here by the change...
SHERLOCK PAINT & WALLPAPERING
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Reviewed in June 2013
Joanne did a superb job and worked long hours to get the job completed within 2 days. Grasscloth wallpaper can be expensive and tricky to hang and Joanne's handling of the paper exceeded my expectations and I am absolutely thrilled with the results.
Barker Wallpapering & Decorating
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Reviewed in March 2014
It went extremely well. The woman who painted attended to her work without pause except for lunch. Her work was professional and extremely well done. We could not have asked for anything better. We have had painters previously who would stop to take phone calls from girl friends, have coffee,...
LAMY'S PAINTERS
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