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Avatar for SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

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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Response time3 hrs
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DL Painting Services Inc.
5.0(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Customers say: True professional

We are experienced e neat company painting, with 10 years of experience, we are ready to take care of your project, including interior,and exterior painting, cabinets painting, staining, and everything necessary to fulfill your view for your house.

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+13

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Michael Carr Painting and Wallpapering
5.0(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Michael and his assistant, Jose, did a superb job painting and wallpapering a study and bathroom. My husband said it was the best wallpapering job he'd ever seen. We used a difficult pattern and he matched it perfectly, even when we were down to our last wallpaper ends, trying to finish a spot above a door. They were prompt, worked a full 8-5 day, and were as unobtrusive as possible while working. We highly recommend him."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Mercy Painting LLC
5.0(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mercy painting was very professional and detailed on communication. They provided us with options and recommendations for our dining room and bathroom walls. We ended up doing patterned wallpaper for dining room and new color on bathroom walls. Manager was very polite and pleasure to have in our home. He explained everything he was doing."
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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MASTER PROFESSIONAL PAINTING INC
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 10 years of experience, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! \n

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ERG Painting LLC
4.8(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Erik was a pleasure to work with for our primary bedroom wallpaper project. I initially messaged him on a Friday evening and he responded immediately. He was able to give me an estimate right away based on photos and measurements I provided. His communication throughout the project was among the most prompt and professional I've ever encountered in a home reno project. The work he did was flawless. Our bedroom looks beautiful. Will definitely hire him again. Thank you, Erik!"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Emerald Painting & Decorating
5.0(
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Somerville, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

"We are absolutely thrilled with the outstanding work provided by Paul and his crew. From the moment we called Paul, he gave us very practical advice (on what was worth our attention and effort) and he was very timely in coming to our home to evaluate what needed to be done. He provided an estimate in < 24 hours. After getting the 3 recommended painters to come by to provide estimates, we went with Paul due to his (1) professionalism, (2) practicality, (3) competitive pricing, and (4) experience. He was also very responsive to my many questions prior to the start of work. He and his crew completed the work within a couple of days including working over a holiday. They cleaned up after their work and patched up areas that were left behind by the electricians. We were impressed with their handywork in covering the base for a former light fixture and removing a painted border on a wall. We were very happy with the end result and already consulted him on how to move forward with painting the remaining rooms of the home."
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Hiring a professional wallpaper remover is almost always worthwhile. Although the work is more expensive due to labor costs, doing it yourself is extremely time-consuming, complicated, and easy to make mistakes and wreak havoc on your walls, regardless of the tools you use. Professional wallpaper removers have the tools and experience to get old wallpaper down quickly and without damaging the walls behind it.

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.

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