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Q: Is removing a wall texture hard?

• <div><p>Most handy homeowners can tackle removing texture from unpainted walls. Removing texture from painted walls is a bit trickier. Paint acts as a sealant, so you can&rsquo;t soften the texture with water. Instead, you&rsquo;ll have to add a layer of drywall compound known as a skim coat. This process is messy and takes some practice.</p></div>

Q: How do you safely remove lead paint?

• <div><p>The safest way to remove lead-based paint is by letting a professional take over. For most people, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-cost-removing-lead-paint.htm">lead paint removal costs</a> an average of $3,400. You should never attempt to dry sand old lead-based paint surfaces by hand. Most professionals use a paint stripper to do the job followed by wet scraping, but if you don&rsquo;t want to remove lead paint, another option is to paint over it. Only consider this option if the old lead paint finish isn&rsquo;t flaking or cracked.</p></div>

Q: Can I paint over lead paint?

• <div><p>You can paint over lead paint, or &ldquo;encapsulate&rdquo; it with a special paint that includes an ingredient called an encapsulant. The EPA approves encapsulation as a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-options-do-i-have-remove-lead-paint.htm">lead paint removal method</a> as long as the paint remains undisturbed. Standard types of paint without an &ldquo;encapsulant&rdquo; from the big box stores or hardware stores do not meet EPA standards for remediation of lead-based paint.</p></div>

Q: What removes dried paint from wood?

• <div><p>If you recently splashed paint on the wrong area of a wooden object, remove it with a solvent or caustic paint stripper. Some paint that has yet to dry may be removable by hand with coarse sandpaper or a plastic scraper. Another trick for removing dried-on paint is rubbing a dab of nail polish remover on the paint to remove it, but avoid touching the bare wood surface.</p></div>

Q: What dissolves linoleum adhesive?

• <div><p>Linoleum adhesive is quite stubborn, so you may have to try several different methods for removal. You can start with a wallpaper steamer and steam it off or add laundry detergent to water and let it soak into the adhesive. You can try paint thinner directly on the adhesive for about 10 minutes and then wipe away.</p></div>

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Last update on November 14, 2024

Reviewed in November 2024
Overall we are very pleased with the res ults of the project. It was an entire kitchen repair including replacing exterior and interior walls. Work crew was very polite and considerate. Actually received more services than expected. On the recommended performance the use of drop cloths over...
Revive Renovators
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Reviewed in April 2023
I have a 30' x 8' front porch on an old house. 17 windows on the exterior side had been painted and repainted over many years. They scrapped off paint, removed old caulk and re-caulked, and painted a new coat of paint. The house is over 100 years old and I don't know when the porch was added,...
Reid's At Your Service
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Reviewed in September 2021
Painted three rooms in my house. Went above and beyond to make sure my walls looked amazing. Very pleased with the project!
McIntyre General Contracting
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Reviewed in August 2018
Hired this painter to paint exterior 2 story home and garage. There was one bad review for him but we still hired him. We were not disappointed. He was very professional, flexible, and reasonably priced. He did an exceptional job. He is a hard worker and cleaned up work area well.
Jed Building and Remodeling
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Reviewed in July 2017
It went well. The only thing I didn't like was when gutters were replaced they were a different size than the gutters that were removed. We had just had the house painted so now house has to be repainted where the old gutters touched the house.
Mike's Seamless Gutters
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Reviewed in November 2016
They are totally honest, very hard working group and everything was absolutely perfect. This did not cost me my first born son they came in on budget. I am so pleased, they clean up very well every night and they are so pleasant to deal with. My hardwood floors are absolutely beautiful. The...
Don Moats Construction
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Reviewed in July 2016
Painted and sealed my free-standing garage. Power washed my house and garage and cleaned and unclogged rain gutters. Considerate workers who kept me informed at each stage of the work. Work was completed more quickly than I expected. Very pleased with the results.
Exterior Rescue
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Reviewed in December 2014
I had a 15 x 15 room and staircase to second floor painted and had them put crown molding up in my living room. Looks great. I would hire them again.
Pure Contracting & Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2014
Service was great product is expensive and I had to paint the wood framing they put around the windows, but they didn't say they would do this ahead of time
Braymiller Builders of WNY Inc
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Reviewed in January 2014
First red flag should have been the fact that he framed a window and an entire room incorrectly despite being notified of what size we wanted the rooms and front window on numerous occassions. Next red flag should have been that he and his crew left their empty coffee cups and garbage under my...
Smith Construction
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CK Handyman

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"Chris provided great customer service, The was done quickly, but unfortunately I am cleaning up paint spatters on floor and furniture. However all looks really good!"

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"I had the absolute best experience choosing JRC Improvement for a complete living room ceiling takedown and install. Any drywall work is always messy, however, Jason sealed off my living room so well, it truly contained the expected dust. Jason was prompt, professional and knowledgeable. After completing the entire ceiling, he primed, and painted beautifully. The craftsmanship and attention to detail he used, led to the entire project exceeding expectations. My ceiling is flawless, and he also installed a brand new fan. Extremely easy to work with, Jason, restored my faith in contractors. I would without hesitation, recommend Jason, and JRC Improvement for any home project!"

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Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

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Clean Lines & Design is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and responsibility in all of our jobs. We are a locally owned and operated business with more than 15 years of experience serving Titusville, PA and surrounding areas. There is no job too big, or too small for our team. Call today and let us put our experience to work for you!

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Joshua Maroney

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I've a skilled and personable house cleaner who has been cleaning houses in the Buffalo area for about 6 years. I take pride in offering clients peace of mind by understanding their needs and being flexible with scheduling. Recently I've gained experience in construction and handyman work to add to my repertoire. \nI clean thoroughly and fast, leaving your house feeling brand new in a matter of hours!

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Bravestone construction

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At Bravestone Construction, we provide reliable, high-quality construction and maintenance services for both residential and commercial clients. Our team is built on integrity, skilled craftsmanship, and a commitment to getting every job done right.\n\nFrom home improvements to commercial projects, we focus on efficiency, clear communication, and lasting results—no matter the size of the job.\n\nConsistency in service. Confidence in every result.\n

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JK Construction and Painting

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Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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"They are really good at what they do and they take it serious. If they have a problem they always go to the person"

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Response time8 hrs

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Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

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"Cj is amazing. He is very nice and professional. He gives great pricing compared to others and does amazing work. Turned my outdated house into a beautiful home. Will definitely hire him again if i need more painting."

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Recommended by87%of homeowners

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"Everything was fine and no issues. I don't really like the virtual thing but I liked her demeanor over the phone she was a nice lady."

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Jaime Camacho's Painting

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Serving Dunkirk, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

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"The old tub that was refinished looked great, i am glad I choose to get tub painted instead of replacing it which would have been a greater cost. The cost was very fair, I thought."

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Pro Clean Interior Cleaning and Painting

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Interior Painting questions, answered by experts

Most handy homeowners can tackle removing texture from unpainted walls. Removing texture from painted walls is a bit trickier. Paint acts as a sealant, so you can’t soften the texture with water. Instead, you’ll have to add a layer of drywall compound known as a skim coat. This process is messy and takes some practice.

The safest way to remove lead-based paint is by letting a professional take over. For most people, lead paint removal costs an average of $3,400. You should never attempt to dry sand old lead-based paint surfaces by hand. Most professionals use a paint stripper to do the job followed by wet scraping, but if you don’t want to remove lead paint, another option is to paint over it. Only consider this option if the old lead paint finish isn’t flaking or cracked.

You can paint over lead paint, or “encapsulate” it with a special paint that includes an ingredient called an encapsulant. The EPA approves encapsulation as a lead paint removal method as long as the paint remains undisturbed. Standard types of paint without an “encapsulant” from the big box stores or hardware stores do not meet EPA standards for remediation of lead-based paint.

If you recently splashed paint on the wrong area of a wooden object, remove it with a solvent or caustic paint stripper. Some paint that has yet to dry may be removable by hand with coarse sandpaper or a plastic scraper. Another trick for removing dried-on paint is rubbing a dab of nail polish remover on the paint to remove it, but avoid touching the bare wood surface.

Linoleum adhesive is quite stubborn, so you may have to try several different methods for removal. You can start with a wallpaper steamer and steam it off or add laundry detergent to water and let it soak into the adhesive. You can try paint thinner directly on the adhesive for about 10 minutes and then wipe away.

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