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Avatar for SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
4.7(
13
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
TV wall
Laundry
Laundry
Laundry
Laundry

+136

Response time3 hrs
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Master Plastering & Services, Inc.
4.6(
442
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marcio's team was outstanding. Needed a ceiling replaced to cover water damage, and older tile blocks, and entire apartment wallpaper removal. Marcio did outstanding work at a competitive price. They were in and out in a single day plus a few hours. Great cleanup and care was taken. Arrived at 7AM to start work. Showed up when promised. I highly recommend Marcio and Master Plastering & Services. I'm looking at additional work for this team. Thank you!"
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004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH

+1000

Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Mercy Painting LLC
5.0(
16
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are so glad that we found Mercy Painting for our kitchen project. Attention to detail was excellent. Timelines for the work was as promised. Pricing was fair. Eric is a very effective and steady communicator. We appreciated the daily photos and texts. Highly recommend!"
Interior Painting
Additional Photos
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Commercial Painting

+180

Recommended by50%of homeowners
MP Remodeling Service
4.9(
22
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We would highly recommend MP Remodeling to anyone interested in having high quality interior painting work performed, on time and on budget at a reasonable price. They are extremely professional and paid attention to every detail and they went well above and beyond our expectations without us asking or having to help manage the project. We had very old wall paper that required removal with more wall preparation than initially expected. They are much more than just expert painters and took care of our trim molding and removed an old wall air conditioner, replaced drywall, studs, exterior sheeting and siding. We can't tell there was every a wall A/C unit, inside or outside. We would highly recommend MP Remodeling for any remodeling project and will be hiring them again for additional remodeling projects."
Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Deossa Wall Paper and Paint LLC
4.9(
22
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Offered same-day estimate, was easy to schedule the work. Removed wallpaper and painted room in the same day. I purchased the paint and paid for other needed materials, which presented an additional cost over the initial quote. Very courteous and did a good job cleaning up after the work was complete."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JMC Painting
5.0(
23
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am still in awe and cannot believe how beautiful my home came out, Justin was an extremely profesional individual and it literally was one of the easiest experiences of my life. The man came in and came out before I knew it. I wish I had more of my home to paint because I would hire him in a heartbeat( I’m sure my children will be painting the walls soon with some crayons). My wife was very happy with the results. Thank you Justin for making what can be a very excruciating time a very easy and hassle free process."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+450

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Shore Painting LLC - Home Facebook
4.6(
120
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Wakefield, 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."
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint
Exterior Paint

+96

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

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.

Prime and repaint walls after removal to ensure a clean, finished surface.

In most cases, it is not recommended to wallpaper over existing wallpaper, as the success depends on the type of paper already on the wall. While you might be able to cover non-coated wallpaper, you should never apply new wallpaper over a vinyl-coated one, which is more common. Doing so can lead to poor adhesion, resulting in bubbles, imperfections, and peeling. It can also trap moisture, potentially causing hazardous mold growth between the layers.

Even if the existing wallpaper is suitable, experts recommend applying only one new layer. Adding multiple layers (more than two total) can cause significant adhesion problems, leading to warping and bubbling. For the best results, the recommended approach is to remove the old wallpaper and all paste residue before hanging the new paper. If you are unsure about your wallpaper type, consider consulting a professional.

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.

If you’re installing new wallpaper and have leftover glue, you can remove unused wallpaper paste from the bucket or pan it’s in by letting it dry. If it’s an oil-based paste, seal it in a plastic bag and throw it in the garbage. Otherwise, toss the leftover wallpaper paste in the trash. Although it’s water-soluble, don’t rinse unused wallpaper paste down the sink because it could dry in the pipes and cause a blockage.

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