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Kennedy Painting
5.0(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had Brian and his team paint all of the dark brown trim white in our 100 year old house (there's an insane amount of trim including columns, windows, doors, baseboard, etc.). It came out spectacularly. They did an amazing job and I can't believe how much lighter and bigger the house feels because of it. I really appreciated the attention to detail they had because the trim is pretty detailed with some weird shapes (and had a lot of wear and tear). They repaired some of the damage while painting to keep everything looking even as well. I really appreciate the time and effort they put in. I also appreciated how clean they kept our house and furniture while doing the job because we were still staying in the house during the project. The painters had a pretty good sense of humor too which made it a comfortable experience."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Fortress General Services, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dynamic. It Can’t say enough good things about Fabio and his wife. They did an incredible job on my wallpaper, which was difficult because my walls are not smooth.. They were always on time and did exactly as they said they were going to. They exceeded my expectations."
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Response time6 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Mercy Painting LLC
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mercy Painting was top notch! I could not have been blessed with better work and a better final product. Erick was timely, hard working, extremely professional and his finished job was impeccable. I have other drywall and painting that needs to be done and I will absolutely be booking them again. Do yourself a favor and hire Mercy Painting!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Target Painting & Contracting Inc
4.9(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Go with Target. I've used several painters, and I have never had the excellent level of quoting and detailed Statement of Work, customer service responsiveness, crew professionalism, quality of prep work and painting, and ability to deliver on my timeline. I am not easily impressed, but Andy, Gabriella, and team knocked it over the Green Monster!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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DL Painting Services Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Customers say: Quick response

"Diogo came to the house to assess the project beforehand in person. Offered to start the job within a few days and completed everything at a reasonable price and within 2 days. Would recommend!"
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+13

Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
4.4(
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Serving Boston, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"So wonderful to work with. They did the painting and wallpaper in my nursery and it came out perfectly, better than I was hoping. They made sure I ordered my wall mural with the correct dimensions and not only was the measurement spot on, but the application of the panels was seamless. Even added a cute wallpaper detail to my light switch cover AND put the crib in the room together. Would absolutely work with again"
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Response time3 hrs
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Boston, MA

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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