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Sheldon & Sons Inc
4.6(
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sheldon and Sons did an amazing job on my kitchen. I chose to not only paint the kitchen walls but paint the original kitchen cabinets instead of getting brand new cabinets. I’m glad I did because the way the cabinets were painted made my kitchen look brand new with only half the cost. The crew was incredibly friendly and professional. I felt very comfortable with them working in my home. Everything was done in a timely manner with both quality and efficiency. I am very happy with the work and will definitely be using them again."
Interior Painting of Living Room - After
Interior Painting of Hallway / Stairs- After
We offer Cabinet Painting at Sheldon & Sons as well!
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+111

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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J.H Painting Services
5.0(
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"He did a wonderful job removing the wallpaper in our home. He did so good that we hired him for an additional two projects that ended up being ahead of schedule."
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+82

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Martinez Custom Painting LLC
4.9(
72
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

"The job was done quickly and the house looks great. There was a little mess left behind, but that's pretty much inevitable with drywall and painting work and things were left MUCH cleaner than if I'd done the job myself!"
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
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+36

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Manny's Painting Services, LLC
4.9(
56
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Manny was very quick to respond. He stayed in contact with me during the week to ensure I understood what I was paying for and he wanted to ensure he understood what I was requesting. Communication was key for me because it showed he valued me as a customer and he wanted to do the job. The painters were right on time at 8:00 and did exactly what was needed. I needed 2 bedrooms painted and had some patchwork needed from shelving that was on the wall and a black design on a wall that needed covering up. While I wouldn’t say the job was perfect (there is some paint on the ceiling and baseboards, which I wish wasn’t there. I like even painting without smudges or runoffs from the edges) I’m not nitpicking. There was some cleanup left behind for me, but very minor. Very professional and nice and I’m glad I called! Will probably use again. I have 2 bathrooms and a bedroom next on the list."
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+102

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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L&G Contractor LLC
5.0(
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Emergency services offered

"We couldn't have picked a better construction company to help is with our basement remodeling. We had this great space that was not being used for anything but storing stuff we never used. We wanted to make it liveable and possibly rent it out. L & G Contractor came in and worked their magic. We now have 3 separate rooms down there, each for a different purpose including an art area and an entertainment area. We won't rent it out, we now want it for ourselves! L & G Contractor was wonderful and we'll be calling them again in the spring for our kitchen work."
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+141

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ray's Painting
5.0(
10
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Restart his crew were able to paint my one story vinyl sided home and update it from its dingy dark yellow to a fresh Agreeable gray. He was very knowledgeable about his Sherwin Williams Preferred products and was able to convince me (a hard bargain) in a more modern refreshing update. It was a pleasure to work with him and the Crew, very punctual and I love how he feeds his crew!! Looking forward to working with him on my investment properties this spring"
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+66

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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George's Painting Inc
4.4(
397
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Lazo arrived to give me an estimate on the date and time we agreed to. He walked through and observed the house and wrote an estimate on the spot that was for an amount that was exactly what I had estimated the work would cost.
On the morning they were to start work, a large crew arrived on time and began removing the wallpaper. They removed the wallpaper from the entire house in one day! It would have taken us weeks if not months, to complete the job ourselves.
The crew then began the painting process. They put two base coats followed by two coats of paint on all the walls. I could not find any mistakes when they were finished. They cleaned up thoroughly when they were done. I can not say how pleased I am with the professional job they did. I am thoroughly satisfied. Mr. Lazo called me regularly to discuss things I would definitely use this company again.


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+22

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Mega Kitchen and Bath
4.8(
196
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Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Katherine Bradshaw was the design specialist guiding me through the process. With so many products, color combinations, etc. her assistance was invaluable. Her suggestions proved to be right on. She was easy to work with, took my list of requirements and the final product is amazing! I wish I had done this years ago. It has made a tremendous difference in the look and functionality of the kitchen. Grover and Johnny were the 2 primary workers; their work ethic was impressive. They respected my home & took care not to cause any damage. Ibrahim was very responsive to a few minor follow up items. His advice regarding my query on whether to include or not a granite backsplash rise on the granite countertop was exactly correct in the end. This company uses quality products and cares about its customers, responds promptly, and performs timely follow up. I would definitely use them again."
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Columbia, MD

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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