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Avatar for Fridholm Painting
Fridholm Painting
4.8(
132
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"February 2020 my family experienced a house fire resulting in heavy smoke damage. No room was untouched and repair to the walls involved everything from wall paper removal, surface prep, and priming to repainting EVERY surface in an older house with many unusual surface finishes, such as decades old wallpaper stuck to hollow core doors. John’s team did an amazing job, the finished product came out beautifully. Most importantly, everything was communicated clearly so I was comfortable with it during a personally stressful time, and invoicing was easy. Also, during the unexpected disruption of NY on Pause due to COVID-19 John’s team adhered to the new safety guidelines and still finished the job on time. The photos for the review are in areas that were previously wallpapered in at least three kinds of paper."
Ballston Spa Open Area Dining Room
Latham Bedroom
Clifton Park Bedroom
Niskayuna Exterior
Charlton Exterior

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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R&R Painting and Restorations
5.0(
10
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

"Excellent painting! Highly qualified and competent for a beautiful finish, done in a very timely manner. Very professional and observant to fine details. Extremely responsive to messages and calls! Would highly recommend for any painting needed done!"
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+15

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A Stroke Above the Rest
5.0(
4
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean was a God send , he showed up when promised, very easy gentleman to get him in and get paint on the walls and not on the floors. Have told Sean next paint job will be his, again a fantastic professional. If any further information is needed on this gentleman feel free to reach out to me. I would highly recommend Sean for any painting job or any other job he says he can do."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
The Applying Dutchman
4.6(
16
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

"Had an accent wall and kitchen wallpapered... could not be happier! Doug is very skillful and the walls are amazing. He also painted another accent wall black and the entire living area a neutral color. He was back today for touch ups and my home is now ready for the Holidays!!! I plan on seeing him in the Spring for patio staining! As a senior citizen, l am very picky as to whom l let in my home... l was very comfortable with him being here. I thought his rates were reasonable and l have no hesitation recommending him (highly)!!!"
Response time10 mins
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Complete Painting and Repair
4.4(
28
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They do excellent work and were accommodating on pricing.  They had a whole team here, got everything done on time, and cleaned up very well.  I found them to be very consumer-oriented and personable.  I would use them again."
rebuilt stairs
exterior
complete
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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⚜️518HandyDad
4.2(
130
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"518Handycrew genuinely cares about doing a good job. They came to replace some missing roof shingles 1 day after I called, and Harise regularly texted me photos of my roof repair. They also spotted some loose/ cracked siding in their inspection and offered to fix it! I would definitely recommend 518handycrew and couldn't be happier with their work."
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Customers choice no padding only install planks
Flooring Installation
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+37

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Rivera Painting
5.0(
4
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very large exterior job, and done very well; Kevin is very honest and hard-working. He is a good painter, and should get even better with more experience both painting and managing projects. He could improve job-site cleanliness on a day-to-day basis, and he was juggling multiple jobs at the same time but I wasn't in a rush so that was acceptable to me."
Painting the trim
Blue House
Finish the front of the house
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+40

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal 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.

Many peel-and-stick wallpapers aren’t moisture-resistant, so if you install them in high-humidity rooms, mold can grow behind the wallpaper. It’s best to reserve peel-and-stick wallpaper for bedrooms, living rooms, and other rooms with lower humidity levels. Not only does this minimize the risk of mold growth, but it also keeps the wallpaper from bubbling or peeling.

While many types of peel-and-stick wallpaper can be used in bathrooms, they may not adhere as well in humid environments as traditional wallpaper. For best results, choose a vinyl or polyester-based wallpaper, as these materials are more durable and water-resistant. Good ventilation is also crucial to reduce humidity from steamy showers. In bathrooms with high moisture and inadequate ventilation, even high-quality peel-and-stick wallpaper is likely to peel over time.

Limewash can be removed from brick, but the method of removal will depend on how long the limewash has been on the brick. If the limewash has fully dried—which happens after about five days—you’ll need to use a diluted muriatic acid mixture to remove it. If there are multiple coats of limewash, you may need to apply the acid mixture several times to fully remove it from the brick.

When comparing peel-and-stick and traditional wallpaper, the better choice depends on your specific needs and space. Peel-and-stick wallpaper is more budget-friendly and easier to DIY install. On the other hand, traditional wallpaper lasts much longer and holds up better in a wider variety of spaces, including areas with moisture like kitchens and bathrooms.

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