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Vision Painting Contractor
4.6(
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Serving Great Barrington, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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Warranties offered

"The painters were punctual and professional. Vision Painters power washed and painted our house and did some minor carpentry on the trim work. The painting was done on time and accurately. The painting supervisor listened to all our concerns and made sure that they were addressed. We would have no problem hiring them again."
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Sean Murphy Painting
5.0(
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Serving Great Barrington, MA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sean was excellent. He answered my call on the first try. He came to see the job and provided a quote all on the same day. He was able to start work within a few days. He accommodated my request to try to finish before a certain date. The quality of work was first rate. Sean and his crew were polite, quiet, professional and neat. They made sure that the walls were flawless by patching and filling. There are no drips or evidence of any mistakes. They hung my curtain and shade hardware better than it had been previously, I highly recommend this provider. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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KBA Contracting Enterprises LLC
4.8(
51
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Serving Great Barrington, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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Warranties offered

"Bruce and his team were courteous, punctual, on-time and on budget. These are rare combinations to find in any company much less a general contractor. I would highly recommend KBA Contracting to anyone considering a project in their home or business. Fantastic company to work with! <br />"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Ultimate Painters
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Serving Great Barrington, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Outstanding from start to finish. Ermison responded immediately to my urgent call for help on a weekend, came over within hours, gave a very fair quote and started work the next day, a Sunday. Results are great! He is an honest, skilled painter, who takes pride in his work. Will use him again, and recommend him very highly. <br />"
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Great Barrington, 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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