In my 30 years of being a professional wallpaper installer, he has hung everything from traditional classic wallpapers to the most contemporary styles in wall coverings, including grass cloth, textured materials, and murals. With a commitment to customer service I only uses the latest and highest quality wall covering products. Insuring long lasting results that will turn you house into your dream home. I am a professional that will complete your job right the first time so no repairs will need to be made in the future. And will leave your room cleaner than when I arrived. ATTENTION! I DON’T INSTALL PEEL AND STICK WALLPAPER. SO SORRY.
"on time and good clean up the room looks great!"
Heather l on October 2023
In my 30 years of being a professional wallpaper installer, he has hung everything from traditional classic wallpapers to the most contemporary styles in wall coverings, including grass cloth, textured materials, and murals. With a commitment to customer service I only uses the latest and highest quality wall covering products. Insuring long lasting results that will turn you house into your dream home. I am a professional that will complete your job right the first time so no repairs will need to be made in the future. And will leave your room cleaner than when I arrived. ATTENTION! I DON’T INSTALL PEEL AND STICK WALLPAPER. SO SORRY.
"on time and good clean up the room looks great!"
Heather l on October 2023
Experienced interior and exterior painter. Wallpaper removal and installation. Residential and commercial.
"Frank is great to work with! We had a variety of jobs for him: wallpaper removal, interior painting, and exterior repair and painting, and all were done with excellent results. Frank is fast, reasonable, and ultra-reliable. I look forward to working with him again."
Allan S on May 2025
Experienced interior and exterior painter. Wallpaper removal and installation. Residential and commercial.
"Frank is great to work with! We had a variety of jobs for him: wallpaper removal, interior painting, and exterior repair and painting, and all were done with excellent results. Frank is fast, reasonable, and ultra-reliable. I look forward to working with him again."
Allan S on May 2025
Barrera Painting Contractors is a father and son team that has been serving the bay area for several years now. We have over ten years of painting experience and we are licensed, fully insured and bonded by the state of California. We are LEAD certified by OSHA and the state of California. We see the job through from beginning to end, meaning we'll show up to bid the job and be there on the first day of work and thereafter till the completion of the project.
Barrera Painting Contractors is a father and son team that has been serving the bay area for several years now. We have over ten years of painting experience and we are licensed, fully insured and bonded by the state of California. We are LEAD certified by OSHA and the state of California. We see the job through from beginning to end, meaning we'll show up to bid the job and be there on the first day of work and thereafter till the completion of the project.
We have been in business since 1994 with over 30 years of experience offering premier drywall and painting services. We have won the Super Service Award consecutively from 2011 to 2016.
"They came out, gave free estimate and we got on scheduled. Really great and pricing was good."
Victoria S on September 2019
We have been in business since 1994 with over 30 years of experience offering premier drywall and painting services. We have won the Super Service Award consecutively from 2011 to 2016.
"They came out, gave free estimate and we got on scheduled. Really great and pricing was good."
Victoria S on September 2019
Bonded and Insured ~ Locally Owned and Operated ~ EPA Certified Lead-Paint Safe Renovators ~ Specializing in the use of Non-Toxic Alternatives to conventional Paints, Stains, Finishes and preparatory materials. ~ We utilize improved Air Quality Techniques and Zero-Waste Practices. ~ Our Goal is to Create Safer and Healthier Environments for our clientele, including Pest & Weather Proofing proven to Increase Energy Efficiency. ~ Certified Green Building Professionals (CGBPs) through Build It Green. Five accredited CGBP team members.
"We love our 'new' house, thanks to T. Paul Sek Ecopainting! Before, it looked gloomy and uneven in its hues. Now, the walls look far lighter across the changing light of day, making the house more livable and attractive. Debbie's color consultation gave us very helpful advice on what colors to choose. We settled on a shade we hadn't initially considered. We also greatly appreciated the care taken by the workers to protect our furniture and move everything back into order. The finish was highly professional and very precise, with no discernible edge bleeds. We also expected to return to a house full of fumes but because they use low VOC paints, we were pleasantly surprised by very little detectable offgassing. They communicated in a timely fashion, coordinated key pick up, and overall helped us feel like we were in excellent hands. We strongly recommend T. Paul Sek Ecopainting."
Maywa M on April 2025
Bonded and Insured ~ Locally Owned and Operated ~ EPA Certified Lead-Paint Safe Renovators ~ Specializing in the use of Non-Toxic Alternatives to conventional Paints, Stains, Finishes and preparatory materials. ~ We utilize improved Air Quality Techniques and Zero-Waste Practices. ~ Our Goal is to Create Safer and Healthier Environments for our clientele, including Pest & Weather Proofing proven to Increase Energy Efficiency. ~ Certified Green Building Professionals (CGBPs) through Build It Green. Five accredited CGBP team members.
"We love our 'new' house, thanks to T. Paul Sek Ecopainting! Before, it looked gloomy and uneven in its hues. Now, the walls look far lighter across the changing light of day, making the house more livable and attractive. Debbie's color consultation gave us very helpful advice on what colors to choose. We settled on a shade we hadn't initially considered. We also greatly appreciated the care taken by the workers to protect our furniture and move everything back into order. The finish was highly professional and very precise, with no discernible edge bleeds. We also expected to return to a house full of fumes but because they use low VOC paints, we were pleasantly surprised by very little detectable offgassing. They communicated in a timely fashion, coordinated key pick up, and overall helped us feel like we were in excellent hands. We strongly recommend T. Paul Sek Ecopainting."
Maywa M on April 2025
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I'm sole proprietor Painter with 20 years experience, I know how to do a good prep work job and especially how to paint spraying or brushing trim and doors especially by hand, we can do oil base paint too.
"I've used them for the last 10 years. They did an excellent job. They were vey trustworthy, did a great job."
Mary Anne . on March 2022
I'm sole proprietor Painter with 20 years experience, I know how to do a good prep work job and especially how to paint spraying or brushing trim and doors especially by hand, we can do oil base paint too.
"I've used them for the last 10 years. They did an excellent job. They were vey trustworthy, did a great job."
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?️? 21 years of expertise in San Mateo- Interior & Exterior Painting! Transform your space with our skilled team: Call (415) 696-6778 TODAY for a free project estimate and elevate your home's aesthetic! ??
"Great work from Daniel and his team. Innovation Painting took care of our home in San Francisco. Prompt, friendly, and great attention to detail. After they were done painting, Daniel walked me around the property to go over things they uncovered while painting, like suggested repairs, which I very much appreciated. I would absolutely recommend Innovation Painting. Thanks!"
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A handyperson near you can take on the task of wallpaper removal. As a bonus, they can also take care of any needed wall repairs afterward and other odd jobs around the house. If you have high ceilings, ask whether they own ladders or scaffolding to do the job or will need to rent equipment.
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.
In many cases, you can paint over wallpaper, although it’s a better idea to remove it altogether. Try steaming the paper first to see if it easily comes off. Painting over it may be a viable option if it’s stuck on and will only come off in pieces. Wash the walls first and prime them with an oil- or shellac-based primer for the best results.
Wallpaper installation costs between $800 and $4,000. The total price depends on the price per roll, room size, wallpaper material, and required repairs. More complex projects involving luxurious wallpaper brands like De Gournay, Calico, and Pierre Frey result in higher installation rates due to the extra work required.
After removing wallpaper, you can dispose of small amounts in your household trash. However, suppose you are removing wallpaper from your entire home. In that case, 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.