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Avatar for SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
4.7(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Warranties offered

"SJ Coverup did a great job putting up wallpaper in our dining room and on an accent wall in our family room. They were very professional, responsive, and did great work. This was our first wallpapering job and I was a little concerned on how well everything would line up with the pattern. We were beyond impressed with how it came out. We plan to wallpaper our powder room and would definitely hire these guys again."
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+136

Response time2 hrs
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Target Painting & Contracting Inc
4.9(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Just painted the exterior of my house,They did a great job. The crew was respectful of my home and my family. I do not hesitate to recommend them 10/10"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Master Plastering & Services, Inc.
4.6(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"I had one room completely blueboarded with new plaster and then painted. I would give that a 10. I also had a hallway ceiling replastered and painted. Also a 10. I wanted to paint the walls in the stairwell which had wallpaper. Contractor chose to remove the wallpaper and paint instead of new plaster. The walls weren't in great shape and the painters didn't smooth some bad patch work so I had some areas that don't look great. When I pointed them out and expressed unhappiness, he simply said "Bad walls." So I'd go with a 7 for the stairwell. Overall good job."
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004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH

+1000

Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Discovery Home Improvement
4.5(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Jay and his team at Discovery Home Improvement were outstanding in every way - friendly, professional, hard working . . The project was primarily exterior painting of a five bed -room house and carpentry work as a preliminary to the painting - a garage window and a basement window needed replacing, along with exterior woodwork and window sill repair. We are incredibly happy with the results and hope to have Jay return to work on the interior of the home."
Cambridge designer colors
Cambridge designer colors
Cambridge designer colors
Cambridge designer colors
Cambridge designer colors

+44

Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Deossa Wallcovering & Painting
4.9(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"VERY great job done by Gus. He was able to come out and install our wallpaper within a few days of me calling him. He was on time, very professional, and did an AMAZING job on our custom wallpaper. I will definitely be hiring him for future jobs and we are thrilled with his work."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mercy Painting LLC
4.9(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Erg painting repaired our horsehair walls, replastered, painted walls and trim. They also removed popcorn ceiling and plastered and painted the ceiling. Very professional through and through. Would recommend them to anyone who could use their service. They cleaned up everything after each day of work. Arrived on time, gave rundown of what they were thing to do for the day and then explain what was coming the next day before they left."
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+66

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
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Deossa Wall Paper and Paint LLC
4.9(
22
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was very responsible and professional. His estimate was very reasonable and his work was excellent. We weren't given the choice of exactly what he did on this review. So I am putting what he did here. He and his wife removed the wallpaper and put up new."
Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JMC Painting
5.0(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A neighbor recommended JMC Painting. I had only a small job, a portion of trim was peeling, but they were willing to do the small job. The peeling in that section has been a recurring problem, but now it looks better than it’s ever looked."
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Painting - Exterior Project
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Painting - Interior Project

+450

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Shore Painting LLC - Home Facebook
4.6(
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Serving Reading, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Peter was great to work with. He removed wallpaper for me and painted. He also painted my cabinets for me as well. Great communication, very responsive. Good quality work and fair pricing."
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+96

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

Stubborn adhesives, multiple layers, and drywall damage can complicate removal.

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.

No, you don’t always have to remove old wallpaper before applying a new layer. However, you should pull off the existing wallpaper if it’s cracked, peeling, or in poor condition. We’d also recommend against putting wallpaper over textured or dark-colored wallpaper because the old layer may be visible through the new one. In addition, if you try to hang new wallpaper over vinyl-coated wallpaper, the adhesive might not stick properly. 

White walls are considered a classic and timeless look and will most likely always be in style. A white wall easily blends into any type of home decor style which makes it a suitable option for most homeowners. Another appealing quality about white walls is that if it's not a color someone is going for, the color is easy to paint over.

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.

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