Can I hang wallpaper over textured wallpaper?

• <div><p>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. </p></div>

Is painting over wallpaper a good idea?

• <div><p>It’s best to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/wallpaper-removal.htm">remove wallpaper</a> rather than paint over it. You should only paint over wallpaper if removing it would damage the wall, the surface is relatively smooth, or there are minimal problem areas—such as slight peeling and lifted seams—that you can fix easily. Painting over wallpaper can save time, but it can create more problems if the wallpaper is in poor condition and you don’t properly prep the area for painting. Depending on the state of the wallpaper, color, and textures could show through, and moisture from the paint could loosen the adhesive, causing unsightly bubbling.</p></div>

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Reviewed in December 2024
Experienced professional. Replaced switches and wall plates throughout
Roy Costello
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Reviewed in November 2015
Dan moved the gas, water and venting for the wash tub, washer and dryer from the basement to the first floor. The facilities were moved from their original locations in the basement approximately forty feet to the new through floor accesses. This involved cutting through the sill for the wall...
Dan Morrison
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Reviewed in June 2015
Very neat and professional painter. Great communication. I have to stress neat, there was not so much as a drop of paint on the walls or floor. The only thing this man left behind was a beautiful paint job
Kirk Gillies
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Reviewed in August 2014
Job went well. Some unexpected problems with the wiring behind walls. Drove the cost up a little but they made sure the job was done right. Had to have them come back to do some repair work on the hardwood floors. The floors separated a little bit due to a lack of humidity in the house. Wasn't...
Catlin Construction & Renovation LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
Had an appointment and the owner took my vehicle right in. He did the repair in less time and for a very reasonable price. Checked for any other problems. No other repairs needed and I was able to pick my vehicle up. Owner is very knowledgable and pleasant. I will go to this shop for any other...
Joes Shop3595
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Reviewed in May 2014
2007 Chevrolet Cobalt - back up lights did not function. Classic diagnosed and repaired quickly. I have used them several times for all of my vehicles; they do a great job, fully inform you of what will be required in the repair, and always back up thier work.
Classic Automotive Repair
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Reviewed in November 2013
Owner came out the night before to look at the problem to see if it could be fixed right then, determined it needed a new pipe so he arranged to come back the next day. Jake and Mike came out the next day and with maneuvering on their part replaced a pipe in the wall behind wall tile to repair...
Grounds One
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Reviewed in August 2013
It went pretty well, he didn't have a washer for the faucet, so he used one of ours although they charged us for a washer on the bill. He didn't feel he repaired the drain very well, but it hasn't leaked since it's been repaired. He worked quickly and I feel for the work he did, we were fairly...
D F Greenwood Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in May 2012
The repair was performed as specified in a timely manner.
Chimney Cricket
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Wall Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Yes, most professionals patch and smooth walls after removal to prepare for new finishes.

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’s better to remove at least one existing layer before adding any more to a wall.

It’s best to remove wallpaper rather than paint over it. You should only paint over wallpaper if removing it would damage the wall, the surface is relatively smooth, or there are minimal problem areas—such as slight peeling and lifted seams—that you can fix easily. Painting over wallpaper can save time, but it can create more problems if the wallpaper is in poor condition and you don’t properly prep the area for painting. Depending on the state of the wallpaper, color, and textures could show through, and moisture from the paint could loosen the adhesive, causing unsightly bubbling.

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