Is painting over wallpaper a good idea?

• <div><p>It’s best to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/wallpaper-removal.htm">remove wallpaper</a> rather than paint over it. You should only paint over wallpaper if removing it would damage the wall, the surface is relatively smooth, or there are minimal problem areas—such as slight peeling and lifted seams—that you can fix easily. Painting over wallpaper can save time, but it can create more problems if the wallpaper is in poor condition and you don’t properly prep the area for painting. Depending on the state of the wallpaper, color, and textures could show through, and moisture from the paint could loosen the adhesive, causing unsightly bubbling.</p></div>

How do you remove adhesive-backed wallpaper?

• <div><p>To remove adhesive-backed wallpaper, you’ll need to soften the adhesive before you try peeling the wallpaper off the walls. You may wonder <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-peel-and-stick-wallpaper-damage-walls.htm">whether peel-and-stick wallpaper damages walls</a>. It can depend on the removal method. Make sure to be patient and consider using a steamer, hair dryer, or adhesive remover to carefully take down adhesive-backed wallpaper.</p></div>

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Q: Will peel-and-stick wallpaper damage walls?

• <div><p>For the most part, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-peel-and-stick-wallpaper-damage-walls.htm">peel-and-stick wallpaper doesn't damage walls</a>. However, there may be some cases when damage does occur. For example, if you try to rip the paper off the wall, you may pull away some paint at the same time.</p><p>The walls can also be damaged if they aren't prepared properly before you add the wallpaper. For example, if the coat of paint is too fresh when you put the wallpaper on the walls, it can peel away as you remove the paper. </p></div>

Q: Do services include wall repairs?

• <div><p>Yes, most professionals patch and smooth walls after removal to prepare for new finishes.</p></div>

Q: How do I remove a wallpaper border?

• <div><p>Removing a wallpaper border requires the same process to remove full walls of wallpaper. Clear the area, spray down the surface with your hot water and vinegar solution or store-bought spray, wait 10 to 15 minutes, then scrape it off with a putty knife. Sometimes, border wallpaper lifts easier than larger sheets, so you can just peel it right off the wall by hand.</p></div>

Q: Is painting over wallpaper a good idea?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s best to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/wallpaper-removal.htm">remove wallpaper</a> rather than paint over it. You should only paint over wallpaper if removing it would damage the wall, the surface is relatively smooth, or there are minimal problem areas&mdash;such as slight peeling and lifted seams&mdash;that you can fix easily. Painting over wallpaper can save time, but it can create more problems if the wallpaper is in poor condition and you don&rsquo;t properly prep the area for painting. Depending on the state of the wallpaper, color, and textures could show through, and moisture from the paint could loosen the adhesive, causing unsightly bubbling.</p></div>

Q: How do you remove adhesive-backed wallpaper?

• <div><p>To remove adhesive-backed wallpaper, you&rsquo;ll need to soften the adhesive before you try peeling the wallpaper off the walls. You may wonder <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-peel-and-stick-wallpaper-damage-walls.htm">whether peel-and-stick wallpaper damages walls</a>. It can depend on the removal method. Make sure to be patient and consider using a steamer, hair dryer, or adhesive remover to carefully take down adhesive-backed wallpaper.</p></div>

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Mr. Debord was very professional and his work was done accurately to what he said he would do. I would recommend him to anyone needing tree stumps removed.
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Reviewed in October 2023
Brandon is an easy man to deal with. He is conscientious and reliable. I highly recommend him if you have some trees you need trimmed or removed.
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Reviewed in January 2023
True professionals. Very hardworking, good communication, went above and removed an old unused chimney. Hauled off everything. Very timely got a large roof torn off. New roof installed everything removed in 3 days.
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Reviewed in July 2018
Mr. Bunche did a great job of ending the sidewalk, fixing the ends, patching mortar, and building a bridge. There was more concrete to be removed than it appeared at first, so there was an additional charge above the estimate. He is in demand, so sometimes it takes a bit for him to get you on...
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Reviewed in July 2018
Mr. Blaylock came by on July 7 and gave me an estimate for removal of limbs from a neighbor's tree that were on the ground in my yard and to remove a corkscrew willow tree. He said he had several other jobs pending but would work me in as soon as possible, less than four weeks. He came on July...
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Reviewed in March 2014
Once the tree was removed and insurance company gave their okay they were right on it. Cleaned up after their selves. Great Company!
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Reviewed in February 2014
Michael did a FANTASTIC job! He was very prompt arriving; actually, he arrived early. He worked diligently to remove mold, algae and rust spot on the pool deck. He did such a good job, I asked him if he had any availability to finish some other areas on the front side of my house, he actually...
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Reviewed in August 2013
They removed my leaky skylight and replaced it with a leak proof roof. In the process we discovered a lot of rotten siding and they replaced that too. All the work was well done.
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Reviewed in August 2013
I took my computer in to get a virus removed. I told the man at the time that since the computer was older (I bought the computer several years ago from this company) that I had pictures of my son who died and pictures of my family that I could not replace. He wiped the computer clean and...
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Reviewed in September 2012
Ed returned phone calls promptly usually within an hour. Went out same day to give estimate. Completed all work promptly and neatly. Left work site clean and even removed extra debris on site. Would highly recommend Ed for any type of landscaping, gravel or yard work. Best experience that I...
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Strawberry Painting & Drywall We are a responsible company dedicated to creating an excellent job so that our customers are happy with their project of remodeling and transforming their home with quality paint.

"Strawberry painting did and excellent job in painting the outside of my house. They went the extra mile in cleaning and caulking to ensure my house would stay dry after painting. They worked everyday they said they would be there and stayed long hours. I would recommend Strawberry painting for all your painting needs."

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"Strawberry painting did and excellent job in painting the outside of my house. They went the extra mile in cleaning and caulking to ensure my house would stay dry after painting. They worked everyday they said they would be there and stayed long hours. I would recommend Strawberry painting for all your painting needs."

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