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Distinctive Painting
4.8(
163
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Coventry, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mario is fantastic. He's extremely professional, punctual, responsive and extremely friendly. His work is top notch - our house is historic and in one room he took off wallpaper and the drywall underneath was just crumbling away. He did a great job repairing it and came out an extra day to get final details done so everything was perfect. Will definitely be using again."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
Waters Edge Painting
4.9(
16
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Coventry, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Credit card accepted

"Will is a good guy, who means well, and he tries hard to please, but he is a bit careless, and does not have a lot of experience with other than routine tasks.  And he refused to accept responsibility for a major mistake.
I hired Will to paint the ceiling in my living room, hall, and 3 bedrooms.  There was a good deal of water damage in some of the rooms, and a few dents in the ceilling.  He did not quite capture the technique to match the texture of the ceiling, but with some prodding and my suggestions, he kept redoing it until he got it right, generally
Apparently he never quite got the technique, because we went thru the same drill in each of the rooms.  Most came out ok after a few corrections, which he performed only when prodded. 
There was a bit of an issue of neatness.  He managed to get a light spatter of paint on a few pieces of furniture that were uncovered, and on the floor (I did manage to get it off relatively easily, but it should have been better protected).  He threw a used drop cloth over my bed when painting the ceiing, and I found the bed covered with a "dandruff" of dried paint chips.  He had painted the whole living room and hall before i noticed that he had got paint on all the walls.  He said "Oh, I thought you were going to paint the walls"... Well, I did paint them, but I had not been planning on it.
When he went to do the bedrooms, I told him that I was not planning on painting them, so could he please tape the walls before painting. Unfortunately, one of the rooms was wallpapered, so it really did need masking.  It took nearly 2 weeks to finish that room (he was sick, then I was away...) and when he got done, and pulled the tape off, the top of the wallpaper came off with it.  Not just in one spot, but all the way around the room, a colossal mess.  When I asked his what he was going to do to do to fix it, his response was "Me, fix it??? it was your idea to use tape!!"  Of course, he is no longer working on this job...  As he was packing his stuff out, he had the nerve to claim that I fired him just because I did not want to pay him.
Actually, after repeated efforts, the work that Will did came out fine (except for things like destroying my wallpaper).  Some rather severe water damage and dents were successfully covered up.  I really have become quite fond of Will, and hope he finds his niche.  But he does need to use more care, and to take responsibility for his mistakes.
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Keen Eye Painting
5.0(
12
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Coventry, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Established in early 2020, Keen Eye Painting is a New England based Residential/Commercial painting company that aims to build long lasting relationships with its customers while providing them high quality work. With over three years of experience working for the largest paint manufacturer in the world, Sherwin Williams, we have valuable hands on experience with how each specific painting product works to get the job done right. As your painting contractor we aim to provide you the most durable work that protects your biggest investment, your home! Every project deserves attention to detail and that is where Keen Eye Painting comes in. We make sure that the customer comes first at all times no matter the situation.Over the course of the last year, we have grown from a single owner-operated company to now adding an additional 4 members to the team! Our staff is highly experienced to ensure that all bases are covered during any project with no sign of slowing down. Our partner at Sherwin Williams, provides the best quality products in the market, ranging from contractor to industrial grade coatings. Always remember, attention to detail requires a Keen Eye!\n

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Cranston Exterior
Historic Pawtucket Exterior
Deck Repaint

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
THE NEW ENGLAND HOUSE DOCTOR
4.6(
221
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Coventry, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

"I have worked with Roland for several years. He is a homeowner's or renter's touchstone when it comes to trustworthiness and integrity. Sadly, he can't do it all, so I have to turn to contractors I don't know and then, (yes even those with high paid ratings on Angie's List) I get lousy results and outrageous prices. So, sometimes, when I'm feeling defeated, I just come to Angie to look at the New England House Doctor's reviews to remember that there are good and decent people out there. So, thanks, Roland! And, Roland - remember - you need to remove the mattress and boxspring and paint the porch (already paid you!)"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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JJJ construction
4.3(
111
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Coventry, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JJJ and there guys were amazing! From my first call to set up an appointment for an estimate through the very last touch up they were helpful, courteous, insightful, and professional. They treated me like family! We started off with a dismal, dark paneled, living room and a dilapidated sun porch that they redesigned into an absolutely gorgeous new bedroom suite! It was a pretty extensive project that included removing a set of sliding glass doors as well as quite a few windows before installing a new header beam.  They also installed a beautiful new hardwood floor, new windows, and doors! Then they were so helpful when it came to choosing colors and the finished paint job was incredible. I can't wait to have them remodel my antiquated avocado green bathroom in Spring 2015!
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Frisella Painting
4.5(
11
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Coventry, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

With over 50 years experience on our two man crew, We pride ourselves on customer service and treating your house like its our very own. We go above and beyond for our customers and love to build relationships for years to come. We are clean, neat and never lose attention to detail. No job is to big or to small. estimates are always free of charge.\n\nFrisella Painting\nJohn Frisella\n95 Franklin Street \nWesterly RI 02891\n(401) 269-1199\n

Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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A&E Wallcovering
4.2(
5
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Wallcovering or Wallpaper - Removal

Serving Coventry, RI and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Absolutely amazing husband and wife team! Elvis arrived and within a few hours had our small project completed. The wallpaper is immaculately done. Great attention to detail. Very reasonably priced. I absolutely 100% would use their services again and will be recommending them to friends. So impressed!!!"
Wallpaper and paint. PLANET FITNESS.
Wallpaper and paint. PLANET FITNESS.
Wallpaper and paint. PLANET FITNESS.
Wallpaper and paint. PLANET FITNESS.
Wallpaper and paint. PLANET FITNESS.

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wallpaper Removal questions, answered by experts

Stubborn adhesives, multiple layers, and drywall damage can complicate removal.

Painting over wood paneling is an option that can save you money and time. However, if you go this route, the style and texture of the wood you paint over will still be evident. Painting over paneling is an excellent way to modernize an otherwise outdated aesthetic. Instead of removing wood panels, consider painting them a bright color–like white or ivory. This is essentially wainscoting, but without any of the required installation. 

Peel-and-stick wallpaper is designed to be removed without damaging walls, making it a good choice for renters or temporary design changes. However, damage to paint or drywall can occur under certain conditions. To prevent issues, the wall surface must be properly prepared before application—it should be clean, smooth, dry, and correctly primed or painted. Applying wallpaper to a freshly painted surface can cause the paint to peel off during removal. Additionally, removing the wallpaper too quickly or aggressively can also cause damage. For best results, always follow the manufacturer's instructions for both application and removal.

While you can remove wallpaper yourself, it is a labor-intensive process that risks damaging your walls. Common DIY methods include using a steamer to loosen the adhesive or spraying the paper with a solution of hot water and vinegar or dish soap before scraping. However, steamers can cause irreparable damage if used incorrectly, and the spray-and-scrape method can harm drywall if it gets too wet or you scrape too aggressively. For these reasons, hiring a professional is often the fastest, easiest, and safest option. A pro has the experience and specialized tools to remove wallpaper efficiently without damaging the underlying surface, which saves time and minimizes the prep work needed for your next wall treatment.

One of the biggest downsides to peel-and-stick wallpaper is that it doesn't last as long as traditional wallpaper. Its lifespan depends on several factors, including the quality of the paper, proper wall preparation and application, and the room's conditions. As a general rule, peel-and-stick wallpaper can last for at least five years, but this can vary significantly. Budget products may only last about 3 years, while higher-quality products can stay up for 7 years or more in ideal conditions. Factors that can shorten its lifespan include high humidity (such as in a bathroom), dirty walls, and low-quality paper. If used on flooring, expect it to last only 1 to 3 years unless sealed. However, the shorter lifespan can be seen as a positive, making it a great choice for people who enjoy switching up their interiors more frequently.

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