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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.8(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: Quick response

"I wanted to get my house painted, wood stained and a couple leaks in the ceiling fixed. I reached out on Angi where they recommended MNM. I'm really happy that I decided to go with them. They have really good reviews and I saw some of their pictures on their website. Guillermo was super responsive and they started the project within days. I've lived in this house for 10 years and have done nothing with these walls so they had a lot of work to do. I'm so extremely happy with the outcome. They transformed this house. Guillermo and Sammy were both so kind and professional. If I had anything that I noticed that needed a touch-up Guillermo came back in about a week and fixed everything. Very trustworthy, Great price and extremely professional. They will be my go-to for any painting projects moving forward. Thank you both so much for all your hard work! "
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Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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A & R Decorating & Restoration
4.2(
22
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They did an excellent job! I would recommend them to everyone. Price was right and the work was top notch "
Living Room and Music room
Exercise Room
Essential Preparation
Finishing touches
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Response time8 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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North Shore Painting & Restoration
4.9(
401
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"North Shore did a fantastic job painting the stairway in our two-flat. The stairway ceiling was water damaged and there were several cracks on the walls. The crew repaired everything expertly. The price was very fair."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Signature Painting Inc
5.0(
380
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Signature Painting for our kitchen. Petr came out and did an estimate. He got us on their schedule really quickly. Jonathon and Jonathon were very professional and worked quickly. We are very happy with the results. I’d use them again and would highly recommend them to anyone."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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RUFINO PAINTING
5.0(
142
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rufino Painting did an excellent job on our house, painting the exterior wooden trim, including windows and doors, sealing our porch ceilings and touching up our Hardie board siding. They previously painted the interior of our house. They arrive early and work hard all day, doing an excellent, meticulous job quickly. In addition to their fantastic work, Raul and his team are honest and truly enjoyable to be around. I give them my highest recommendation!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JONDEC PAINTING
4.9(
248
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They are really super to deal with and they stand behind their work. I have been happy with them and I would highly recommend them."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Chicago, IL

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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