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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: Is hanging wallpaper difficult?

• <div><p>Hanging wallpaper may seem simple, but in practice it requires significant planning and finesse to make it look professional. To start, you need to get an even application of wallpaper paste across all of your wallpaper, which requires experience and large pasting tables to get right. You also need to plan out your design and match it exactly so that you don&rsquo;t have imperfections in the finished product. It&rsquo;s often better to hire a professional wallpaper hanger who can get the job done properly for a clean, smooth finish.</p></div>

Q: Can you use peel-and-stick wallpaper in a bathroom?

• <div><p>Yes, many types of peel-and-stick wallpaper can be used in bathrooms, especially those made of vinyl or polyester. However, its success depends heavily on the level of moisture and ventilation. In bathrooms with good ventilation, such as those with fans, it can be a durable option. Peel-and-stick wallpaper may not adhere as well as traditional wallpaper in very humid conditions. For bathrooms that see a lot of moisture, like a kids' bathroom or a full bath with a steamy shower and poor ventilation, even high-quality peel-and-stick wallpaper is likely to peel over time.</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>

Q: Is an accent wall in every room too much?

• <div><p>There can be too much of a good thing when it comes to accent walls, so avoid creating one in every room in your house. Some rooms, like bathrooms and kitchens, don&rsquo;t naturally lend themselves to accent walls, so it&rsquo;s best to skip them there. Of course, your home should reflect your own sense of style, so if accent walls in multiple rooms appeal to you, there&rsquo;s no hard-and-fast rule forbidding it.</p></div>

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Last update on December 11, 2025

Reviewed in December 2025
I needed a 2nd bathroom added to my house and Nelson made my dream a reality ! From plumbing from scratch to electrical.. adding sink toilet door wallpaper mirror lights ect .. he even made me a storage area and cabinets! He's my go to for any home improvement projects !
SUPREME CHOICE LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
Miguel was efficient and very easy to work with. The wallpaper removal was not an easy task, but he got it done and painted. We are definitely pleased with the results. We're having him back for another job too.
Pereira's Painting LLC
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Reviewed in January 2025
Miguel and his team are phenomenal. He’s the highest caliber of professional and trustworthy, will not nickel and dime you, and most importantly does an exceptional and meticulous job. Miguel painted several rooms in my house and also applied wallpaper. Not only is he knowledgeable but he has...
Quality MT Home Improvement LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
I have a center hall colonial house. I removed wallpaper and painted the hall but hired Joshua to do the stairway. In one day they removed the wallpaper and the paste, sanded and repaired the wall, primed the wall and put on two coats of paint! They politely pointed out that my paint job in the...
Joshua Painting NJ, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
Finally after months of searching for a professional to paint my bathrooms, Angi matched me with Design Painting. Jeremy, Nick and I believe his name was Lou were professional and honest with the amount of work that had to be done to fix my walls from years of wallpaper. From the timeframe they...
Design Painting
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Reviewed in February 2023
I hired CertaPro because I trusted Alyce the salesperson and the way she was interested in helping me She explained the whole process in detail and made suggestions for me that were very helpful. The crew did exactly what she had promised; they removed wallpaper and a chair rail and painted...
CertaPro Painters
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Reviewed in March 2022
Very professional and courteous. Did a great job painting, even in taking wallpaper off the wall which was difficult to remove. Also left the house clean and neat with everything back in place. Highly recommend and will definitely be using again.
Borja Painting
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Reviewed in May 2021
Actually Richie Wallcovering was the only professional that showed up when I asked for someone to hang wallpaper. They responded quickly to my request, we worked out the quote via text based on the size of the space I was having covered. Scheduled and did the work promptly and professionally....
Richie Wallcovering, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2019
We used Frank's painting for the second time in the last few years. His guy Eddie did a wonderful job converting a room with old wallpaper into a nicely painted area. Frank provides reasonable estimates and he wanted us to be happy. We are very pleased and would recommend Frank's painting to...
Franks Painting
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Reviewed in October 2019
Very professional and neat! I would highly recommend them for wallpaper removal.
GJK Consulting, Inc.
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Richie Wallcovering, LLC

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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - InstallWallcovering or Wallpaper - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Richie Wallcovering did a beautiful job wallpapering my bathroom. He romoved the old wallpaper as well. I highly recommend."

Response time12 hrs

Response rate88%

5 neighbors recently requested a quote

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VANGUARD CONSTRUCTION LLC

5.0(

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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. \n\nCall us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!\n

Response time1 day

Response rate95%

46 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Marlon Dacosta Painting and Wallpaper, LLC

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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - InstallWallcovering or Wallpaper - RemovalWallcovering or Wallpaper - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very friendly and helpful. Installers were great and professional. Wallpaper was tricky to install and they did a superb job. Marlon was very communicative which I appreciated."

Response time10 hrs

Recommended by96%of homeowners

Wallcovering or Wallpaper - InstallWallcovering or Wallpaper - RemovalWallcovering or Wallpaper - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great work, clean and accommodating. Would hire again for future project!"

+54

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Pereira's Painting LLC

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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - RemovalWallcovering or Wallpaper - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Miguel was efficient and very easy to work with. The wallpaper removal was not an easy task, but he got it done and painted. We are definitely pleased with the results. We're having him back for another job too."

+84

Response time6 hrs

Response rate100%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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ABS Painting & Power Washing

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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - InstallWallcovering or Wallpaper - RemovalWallcovering or Wallpaper - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"ABS Painting (Tony) did an outstanding job. He was on time to provide the estimate and on time each day to paint.He was very neat & professional, covered all areas, and cleaned up each night. His edge work was spot on. There was a tremendous amount of repair work needed on the walls due to "nail pops" and nail holes He spackled and sanded all. The walls look like new. He did a FABULOUS job and would DEFINITELY hire him again. Definitely recommend!"

+43

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Star Painting Services

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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - InstallWallcovering or Wallpaper - RemovalWallcovering or Wallpaper - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Star painting power washed and painted the whole exterior of our house 5 years ago. It has held up extremely well. We had some damage recently and called them to repair it. They were incredibly responsive & completed all the work going above and beyond in honoring our warranty on the work. Often times one is disappointed that people don't stand behind their work, but Star painting did - 5 years later - and even when the damage was not related to their work. I recommend them fully to anyone looking for quality work, and professionalism with customers. The cost of service quoted in this review is the original cost - they did not charge us for the recent repairs which was incredible!"

+28

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Precision Paint and Power Washing

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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - RemovalWallcovering or Wallpaper - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"very nice work, had to repaint my exterior aluminum siding, was very knowledgeable on what to do and take care of the pitting and the chalkiness on the siding. they fix my bathroom ceiling too that was leaking. She replace the Sheetrock and had to come back one more time to Spackle. nice work cannot tell there was a leak. very professional ."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Valentines Painting Co.

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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - InstallWallcovering or Wallpaper - RemovalWallcovering or Wallpaper - Repair

Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are thrilled with the work done! We highly recommend them to others."

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Diversified Painting Contrs

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Serving Cranford, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Free estimates

"Work, was excellent no complaints"

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Wallpapering questions, answered by experts

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.

Hanging wallpaper may seem simple, but in practice it requires significant planning and finesse to make it look professional. To start, you need to get an even application of wallpaper paste across all of your wallpaper, which requires experience and large pasting tables to get right. You also need to plan out your design and match it exactly so that you don’t have imperfections in the finished product. It’s often better to hire a professional wallpaper hanger who can get the job done properly for a clean, smooth finish.

Yes, many types of peel-and-stick wallpaper can be used in bathrooms, especially those made of vinyl or polyester. However, its success depends heavily on the level of moisture and ventilation. In bathrooms with good ventilation, such as those with fans, it can be a durable option. Peel-and-stick wallpaper may not adhere as well as traditional wallpaper in very humid conditions. For bathrooms that see a lot of moisture, like a kids' bathroom or a full bath with a steamy shower and poor ventilation, even high-quality peel-and-stick wallpaper is likely to peel over time.

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.

There can be too much of a good thing when it comes to accent walls, so avoid creating one in every room in your house. Some rooms, like bathrooms and kitchens, don’t naturally lend themselves to accent walls, so it’s best to skip them there. Of course, your home should reflect your own sense of style, so if accent walls in multiple rooms appeal to you, there’s no hard-and-fast rule forbidding it.

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