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Q: Should I wallpaper over old wallpaper?

• <div><p>We don&rsquo;t recommend wallpapering over older paper. That&rsquo;s because creating layers of glue can invite bubbling or excess moisture on the wall&rsquo;s surface. You should also prime your wall before applying wallpaper and smooth the wall as much as you can, and another layer of wallpaper complicates this process.</p></div>

Q: How can wallpaper be covered without removing it?

• <div><p>Painting over wallpaper is an efficient way to cover it if it&rsquo;s in decent shape. Before painting over wallpaper, make sure the surface is clean and smooth. You may have to remove minor problem areas, such as lifted seams or small peels, with a sheetrock knife or putty knife. Add a latex- or oil-based primer to keep moisture at bay before painting. You&rsquo;ll likely need two coats of paint to cover the area.</p></div>

Q: Do I have to remove old wallpaper before applying new wallpaper?

• <div><p>No, you don&rsquo;t always have to remove old wallpaper before applying a new layer. However, you should pull off the existing wallpaper if it&rsquo;s cracked, peeling, or in poor condition. We&rsquo;d also recommend against <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/laying-wallpaper-over-wallpaper.htm">putting wallpaper over</a> 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. </p></div>

Q: How long does wallpaper take to dry?

• <div><p>While peel-and-stick wallpapers require no time to cure, the adhesives for other types of papers will take a day or two to dry and up to three weeks to fully cure. The differences are the type of paper, the type of adhesive, and the humidity and temperature in the space. </p></div>

Q: How long does wallpaper last?

• <div><p>Wallpaper lasts an average of around <b>15 years</b>, but there is some variance. The type of wallpaper matters, as vinyl wallpaper tends to last the longest&mdash;sometimes 20 years or more&mdash;while a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/peel-and-stick-vs-traditional-wallpaper.htm">peel-and-stick wallpaper</a>, which is the easiest to install for DIYers, will usually only last for around five years. Exposure to high humidity, smoke, and UV rays from sunlight can also limit the lifespan of your wallpaper, as can heavy traffic in the installation area.</p></div>

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Last update on October 07, 2026

Reviewed in October 2026
Needed my unit repainted. The process was easy and straightforward. They were transparent with everything and pricing is very very good compared to others I have worked with.
Diamond Dog Painting
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Reviewed in January 2026
Would NOT recommend these people. I spent $2,400 i got stuck painting the rest of the house myself. Told them to order paint from Menards they got paint from Home Depot. so my house got painted the wrong color. Now stuck with this color. He was taking the wallpaper down in the kitchen. He...
Dependable Drywall LLC
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Reviewed in July 2023
My patio wall was leaning and the blocks were crumbling. The patio pavers were full of moss and weeds. The patio steps had just been redone a year ago by another company but sand had been used as a base and after settling, they were no longer level and developing a tripping hazard. Joe...
Vitak Lawn and Landscape, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Project was demo of a mobile home in a mobile home park. Worked well with park management and lot was very clean after.
Northern Outdoor Services, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
Corey, did an amazing job at repairing a DIY project gone wrong just before Xmas, He came to house on time had great customer service I would recommend Corey for any of your sheetrocking needs.
Ace Drywall, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Creative cabinetry was wonderful to work with. They contacted me quickly, got me on the schedule, showed up as expected. The work they did is quality and they were very nice to work with! I will definitely recommend them to friends and family!
Creative Cabinetry
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Reviewed in August 2022
Chrissy did an outstanding job on the paint project. She is easy to work with, prompt and very professional. I highly recommend her for your next painting project. She knows what she is doing!!
Pillar Painting & Finishing
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Reviewed in June 2022
Mr. Regis is very professional and has done a superb job of painting the Interior of my house. He gives you a price and informs you when he can start and how many days it will take to complete the job. He is also very pleasant to work with. I give him my very highest recommendation to anyone...
ONeil Painting & Plaster
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Reviewed in October 2021
Excellent. The crew gave me ideas on painting, painted my kitchen cabinets, fireplace, walls, trim work. Very professional, fun to work with, very fair price, efficient and friendly.
Countryside Decorating
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Reviewed in November 2016
Ryan came over to check out the job I wanted him to do. I had wallpaper that needed to be removed and my kitchen and dining room painted. He asked me when I would like to have it done? I said tomorrow, and that's just what he did for me!! I am very pleased with the results! I will hire...
Grandview Painting, Inc.
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Leon's Painting & Remodeling

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Serving Sauk Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

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"Neris was excellent. The products he used were quality and he applied them with a lot of attention to detail. They were always friendly, courteous and professional while working around the house. At the end we walked around the house together to make sure I didn't have any questions or concerns and make sure they didn't miss anything. He told us to call or text if we noticed anything moving forward as well. Everyone has been complementing how great our house looks, it's like a whole new house! We are very happy with the result and will use Leon's for anything we need in the future."

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In business since 2015

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"My experience with Jared and Paula couldn’t have went any better and I love my new kitchen! They were on time, communicated daily even when I had a ton of questions choosing a color. I am so impressed with the quality and durability of my cabinets. They even painted my kitchen for free! I will definitely use them again in the near future!"

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In business since 1985

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"Tom first of all pressure-washed my home's entire exterior, then he recommended a special sealant to use before the paint job on the shake siding of my house - it worked great - all the paint work was excellent and the job was done quickly and professionally - He also did a large interior room and I noticed that he used brand-new equipment to do the job, which also turned out excellent - Tom is a good resource to know about for painting"

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"Fantastic, headache free, the painter at my house paid excellent attention to detail and worked closely with me to ensure nothing was overlooked."

Lake side of house. What a beautiful view!

West side of barn, trim, siding and garage door painting.

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PBR Painting Plus Home Improvement

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Serving Sauk Rapids, MN and surrounding areas

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"Paul is reliable and shows up when he says he will and sticks with a project until completed. He has completed several projects including hanging drywall, repair of a lath and plaster wall, interior painting, trim work, installing bi-fold doors, hanging an exterior door, power washing and staining a deck. He is easy to work with and takes on unforeseen challenges with patience and a smile. Paul always takes the time and effort to make sure each job is done right and cleans up when finished."

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B and H concerete and Landscaping

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In business since 2015

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"It went great thinking about having Nathan do some more work after the holidays."

Recommended by71%of homeowners

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Hampton Enterprise LLC

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In business since 1989

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"They were good. They were pretty fast and came on time. My overall experience with them has been good."

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Wallpapering questions, answered by experts

We don’t recommend wallpapering over older paper. That’s because creating layers of glue can invite bubbling or excess moisture on the wall’s surface. You should also prime your wall before applying wallpaper and smooth the wall as much as you can, and another layer of wallpaper complicates this process.

Painting over wallpaper is an efficient way to cover it if it’s in decent shape. Before painting over wallpaper, make sure the surface is clean and smooth. You may have to remove minor problem areas, such as lifted seams or small peels, with a sheetrock knife or putty knife. Add a latex- or oil-based primer to keep moisture at bay before painting. You’ll likely need two coats of paint to cover the area.

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.

While peel-and-stick wallpapers require no time to cure, the adhesives for other types of papers will take a day or two to dry and up to three weeks to fully cure. The differences are the type of paper, the type of adhesive, and the humidity and temperature in the space.

Wallpaper lasts an average of around 15 years, but there is some variance. The type of wallpaper matters, as vinyl wallpaper tends to last the longest—sometimes 20 years or more—while a peel-and-stick wallpaper, which is the easiest to install for DIYers, will usually only last for around five years. Exposure to high humidity, smoke, and UV rays from sunlight can also limit the lifespan of your wallpaper, as can heavy traffic in the installation area.

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