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Five Star Painting
4.9(
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"AWESOME folks to work with..professional, hard working, GREAT communication from start to finish...I couldn't be happier with the results and the crews attention to detail and clean-up...obviously I'm a big fan and pretty sure you will be too!!! Already planning my next project with them"
Red Barn Project
Five Star quality!
Solid stain
New Deck
Just a little touch-up makes a giant difference!

+36

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Barnett's Best For Less Painting Co
4.6(
57
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve and his crew were great. We hired them to paint the soffit, facia, gutters, and downspouts around the house. They power washed all surfaces prior to painting. They masked off everything with absolutely no overspray anywhere. The results were awesome. Made our house look brand new. I would recommend Steve and his team to anyone looking for experienced painters who care about their work and satisfying their customers. Great job, guys!"
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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Montana Jake, LLC
4.7(
18
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I can’t say enough about this company. They came two days in a row and performed all the tasks we needed done. If I need the services of a handyman I will always call Shawn!"
Response time2 hrs
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Pioneer Basement Solutions
5.0(
145
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The entire process went extremely well. Kyle was very friendly and helpful during the inspection, and Evan and his crew were friendly, efficient and did a wonderful job. They gladly did extra work to help me and I'm truly grateful. I would definitely use their services again!"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Cohen's Painting & Papering LLC
5.0(
391
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The staining of our deck is awesome! Tim’s crew were kind, professional, dependable. All were really nice men! The price was fair and we highly recommend them. They will be our go to for all of our painting needs. Thanks so much!"
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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BRUSH BIZ
4.9(
40
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Serving Akron, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired Brush Fix to handle my interior painting, and they exceeded all expectations! I worked with Mandy, and she is an absolute dream to work with—so professional, friendly, and attentive. The entire team was clean, professional, and did a perfect job. They made the whole process easy and were incredibly customer-focused. I would absolutely hire them again and highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality painting services!"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Akron, OH

You can determine your wall type through tactile and visual tests. Start by checking the surface by inserting a thumbtack, feeling the texture, tapping to listen for a hollow sound, and examining cut edges under outlet covers. Drywall feels soft with a hollow sound, while plaster is hard and solid. These checks are especially useful in older homes where plaster is more common.

After removing wallpaper, you can dispose of small amounts in your household trash. However, if you are removing wallpaper from your entire home, you’ll need to contact a waste removal service, rent a dumpster, or arrange a special pick-up with your municipality’s waste service. Wallpaper cannot be recycled, so it is important to keep it separate from the recycling stream to comply with local waste guidelines.

It takes a professional from several hours up to a full day to remove wallpaper from a single room. The removal duration depends on the type of adhesive, the age of the wallpaper, the condition of the wall, and the number of layers present. High ceilings and additional layers increase the time required, as extra care is taken to protect the wall surface while ensuring a complete removal.

Using fabric softener with water is an option for removing wallpaper, but its effectiveness is limited and depends on the type of wallpaper being used. This low-cost method is most effective on modern, less porous wallpaper and may not yield optimal results on vintage or textured varieties. It might also affect wall surface preparation for new coverings if the residue is not completely removed. For stubborn adhesive or textured surfaces, professional solutions are recommended to ensure a thorough removal without damaging the underlying wall.

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