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Q: Should bathroom walls be lighter or darker?

• <div><p>Darker walls may make tight bathrooms appear even smaller, but one dark accent wall can really make a bathroom pop. Wallpaper with a dark background can add intrigue and sophistication. Still, if you&rsquo;re looking to open the room up and give it a modern, airy feeling, light colors may work best for your needs. Although there are some popular and unpopular opinions, there&rsquo;s really no &ldquo;should&rdquo; when it comes to personal design choice. </p></div>

Q: How many coats of paint do paintable wallpapers need?

• <div><p>The color of the paint, its opacity, and the depth of the texture on the paper all affect how many coats of paint you need to apply to paintable wallpaper. You'll need at least two coats of paint to ensure even coverage. Don&rsquo;t be surprised if you need to apply three coats if the embossing is very deep or if you use a dark color.</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: Why is my wallpaper not sticking to the wall?

• <div><p>The two most common reasons wallpaper does not stick are a lack of preparation and improper adhesive. Be sure to use the wallpaper paste designed for the type of paper you choose. Before beginning your project, make sure the walls are clean and free of dust, grease, and oils. </p></div>

Q: How long does wallpaper in a bathroom last?

• <div><p>Wallpaper in bathrooms can last anywhere from one to 10 years, depending on what type was used, how well it was installed, and the measures in place to reduce moisture and humidity levels. Opting for a more durable variety and taking all the necessary protective measures will get you closer to that longer lifespan. </p></div>

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Last update on March 13, 2025

Reviewed in March 2025
Bryan and his brother Christian could not have been more professional. They came right after I hired them and showed up on time every day until the job was done. The job, stripping wallpaper and painting rooms: A kitchen, and upstairs hallway and stairwell a A bedroom and an upstairs bathroom....
CBPRO PAINTERS LLC
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Reviewed in November 2020
Mitch worked on many projects in my house out East on Long Island. He is very professional, on time and does an exceptional work. I hired him to put wallpaper in my bedroom and master bathroom. He even helped me pick up the pattern! I was just so pleased of how beautiful it turned out that I...
Precise Wallpaper Installation
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Reviewed in September 2017
I cannot say enough about Dominic and his Dad. In no time they had the wallpaper removed and then started on preparation for the paint by removing the glue, sparkled to make the wall smooth and ended up with a smooth and beautifully painted ceiling and room. They covered all the big pieces of...
Dominic Rosa Painting
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Reviewed in July 2017
Showed up on time and did a very nice, neat wallpaper installation for us.
Hamptons Expert Painting
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Reviewed in June 2017
FABULOUS! I cannot say enough about Tom. He is truly a professional! Responded quickly to any of our questions/concerns. Was prompt and (more than) efficient. Tom noticed areas that we didn't even realize were damaged, and fixed/replaced them. Tom is a pleasure to work with. The job came out...
Wallmasters Painting, Inc.
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Reviewed in March 2017
My project was a difficult one. I wanted 30 year old kitchen wallpaper removed and then have the walls painted. Tommy quoted me for the worst case scenario and also for the best case scenario. He also explained that he would probably have to skim coat before painting. Removing the wallpaper was...
Veterans Painting and Papering
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Reviewed in June 2016
Kevin and his team, were prompt and helpful even after we changed our mind on a color they had already painted. Unlike other contractors we interviewed his price was reasonable and they didn't shy away from a difficult whole house interior painting project which included wallpaper removal...
Prep For Perfection Painting
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Reviewed in March 2016
I was very pleased with them. They removed all wallpaper and sanded down all the walls. They spackled and painted the bedroom using Benjamin Moore paint. They were extremely efficient and professional, highly skilled and only required to days to finish the work. They were immaculate leaving no...
Leonardo Painting and Wallpapering
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Reviewed in January 2015
Rob was terrific! He is very nice, professional and meticulous about his work. He removed some leftover wallpaper, he primed walls and painted ceiling and walls. He installed new light fixture along with towel rack/toilet paper holder. He cleaned up after himself and did a fantastic job. ...
Rob's Handyman Service
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Reviewed in January 2014
Tommy did a fantastic job and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a painter or wallpaper hanger.Arrived promptly, neat work environment, fair pricing,
Extreme Painting and Paperhanging, Inc.
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Wallmasters Painting, Inc.

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Serving Wading River, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

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Customers say: Quality work

"Excellent work wallpaper looks perfect Would highly recommend without reservation."

Paint ceiling and woodwork. Install wallpaper.

All Benjamin Moore: Aura matte on walls, Regal semigloss on trim, Advance satin on cabinetry.

All Benjamin Moore paint: 508 ceiling paint on ceilings, Regal semigloss on trim. Customer supplied wallpaper.

All Benjamin Moore paint: 508 ceiling paint on ceilings, Regal matte on walls, Regal semigloss on trim.

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MEGA PAINTING & DECORATING INC

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Serving Wading River, NY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1992

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Warranties offered

"I would highly recommend Philip from Mega Painting. He was a delight to work with, he was very neat and did a beautiful job. Don't hesitate to call him you won't be sorry. I would give him more 5 stars if I could."

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East Coast Painting & Drywall

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Serving Wading River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Credit card accepted

"Carlos was beyond fabulous! He’s reliable, works clean, is extremely accommodating and most kind. I highly recommend him not just for painting and staining, but he did an exquisite job hanging my wallpaper!"

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Customers say: True professional

"The OnCall team does wonderful work installing wallpaper! They are very communicative, thorough and clean. I have worked with them on many projects and they always do a great job! They also do repair work seamlessly (we had them do one on an older install that was by someone else we had extra paper for). The team members have a good eye and are experts in their field."

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Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Wading River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

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Small jobs welcome

"From the initial evaluation of the non-functioning sliding wood door to the repair we were very satisfied with the whole job."

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Response time3 days

Recommended by98%of homeowners

Serving Wading River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

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Warranties offered

"Absolutely wonderful job. Finished wallpapering dance room looks amazing. Professional. Very nice guy, friendly and hard worker. Would definitely hire him again the entire experience was a pleasure."

Response time1 day

Response rate85%

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Serving Wading River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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Offers commercial services

"Nice Job and really great painting Job I recommend him"

Serving Wading River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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Emergency services offered

"Steve is reliable and the level of his work is exceptional. He is a very competent and friendly man with whom it is a pleasure to do business."

Recommended by78%of homeowners

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Painting by Thomas Schultz

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Serving Wading River, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

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At Painting by Thomas Schultz, we are your premiere source for painting. Our company offers the finest in craftsmanship and quality. When it comes to professionalism and customer service, we are unmatched in the region. For the best of the best; call today for your next project.

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OnCall Tree Service & Landscaping

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Serving Wading River, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

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Emergency services offered

"While there was some early miscommunication on when we should meet for an estimate and a change of installation day, Gerard was thorough, efficient, left the area in excellent condition and installed the wallpaper perfectly. While it was a small job, it required some extra work, which Gerard executed perfectly. I would recommend On Call Wallpapering. Thank you, Gerard."

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Wallpapering questions, answered by experts

Darker walls may make tight bathrooms appear even smaller, but one dark accent wall can really make a bathroom pop. Wallpaper with a dark background can add intrigue and sophistication. Still, if you’re looking to open the room up and give it a modern, airy feeling, light colors may work best for your needs. Although there are some popular and unpopular opinions, there’s really no “should” when it comes to personal design choice.

The color of the paint, its opacity, and the depth of the texture on the paper all affect how many coats of paint you need to apply to paintable wallpaper. You'll need at least two coats of paint to ensure even coverage. Don’t be surprised if you need to apply three coats if the embossing is very deep or if you use a dark color.

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.

The two most common reasons wallpaper does not stick are a lack of preparation and improper adhesive. Be sure to use the wallpaper paste designed for the type of paper you choose. Before beginning your project, make sure the walls are clean and free of dust, grease, and oils.

Wallpaper in bathrooms can last anywhere from one to 10 years, depending on what type was used, how well it was installed, and the measures in place to reduce moisture and humidity levels. Opting for a more durable variety and taking all the necessary protective measures will get you closer to that longer lifespan.

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