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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
Avatar for Master Plastering & Services, Inc.
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

"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."
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH
004 - Plaster-Hudson, NH

+1000

Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Fortress General Services, Inc.
5.0(
52
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dynamic. It Can’t say enough good things about Fabio and his wife. They did an incredible job on my wallpaper, which was difficult because my walls are not smooth.. They were always on time and did exactly as they said they were going to. They exceeded my expectations."
Swimming Pools
Infinity pool
Swimming Pool
Swimming Pool
Patio French Pattern

+42

Response time6 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%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
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Commercial Painting

+180

Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Deossa Wallcovering & Painting
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

"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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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

"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."
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

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.

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.

Small amounts of wallpaper can be thrown away in your household trash. If you’re removing a whole home’s worth of wallpaper, you may need to contact a waste removal company, rent a dumpster, or schedule a special pick-up with your municipality’s waste removal service. Wallpaper isn’t recyclable, so no matter which method you choose to dispose of it, make sure it doesn’t get mixed in with the recycling.

Think hard before deciding to German schmear your home’s exterior brickwork. If you do not like the look, you are pretty much stuck with it, as it is impossible to remove this finish the way you can remove paint. You risk damaging the underlying brick if you have to chisel and acid-wash it away. It will also take a very long time, and remnants of the mortar wash will always remain.

Once again, contact with moisture is the culprit here, though water-resistant varieties of wallpaper are less likely to become wet and develop mold. Using a high-quality exhaust fan or dehumidifier and leaving the doors or windows cracked after bathing will keep this issue at bay. 

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