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12 Weeks Company
5.0(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Simon was incredibly professional and thorough with our wallpaper job. We are thrilled with the results! I will hire him for my next wallpaper project!"
Wallpaper installation
Wallpaper installation
Laminate Installation
Laminate Installation
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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.8(
22
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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A & R Decorating & Restoration
4.2(
22
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Great experience with Al and team! Fair pricing, great work, efficient and friendly. Likely having them work on another project for us in the near future! Would recommend for sure."
Living Room and Music room
Exercise Room
Essential Preparation
Finishing touches
Voila Completed Project

+1

Response time8 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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FSC
5.0(
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Welcome to FSC! We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home or business deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!\n

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Quality Vision Painting
4.9(
24
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Martin and his crew were super efficient and the work was high quality! They were friendly, very knowledgeable and on time. They perfectly removed very tough to remove wallpaper. Would definitely hire again and would recommend that you hire them."
Wallpaper Removal
Wallpaper Install
laminate countertop
laminate countertop
Epoxy countertop

+9

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ProHouse Solutions
4.7(
23
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Serving Chicago, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I couldn't be happier with the wallpaper installation in our baby's nursery. The team helped us choose the right design and executed it flawlessly. It’s now the most beautiful room in our house!"
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+11

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by36%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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