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Thayer's Painting & Wallcovering, Inc.
4.7(
18
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Serving Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I've always liked Thayers, but the last job they did for us has just been problem after problem. They removed a ledge in our foyer and installed shiplap. The shiplap has been fine (hard to mess up shiplap), but all the drywall work they did prior to painting has been horrible. First they painted right over blemishes despite quoting us for wall repair. All the remodel work they did (ledge removal, etc) has caused severe wall cracking, etc. It was evident they didn't tape the drywall correctly. I've had to do numerous wall repairs since they did their work. We did call them back twice for repairs and one of the times the guy stood on a window ledge while repairing causing it to sink. So now that is crooked. It was never meant to support that kind of weight. Finally, they cracked one of our floor tiles either by dropping something or with their scaffolding. Frustrating experience that we will not repeat. Their pricing was extremely high too for what we got. Multiple contractors have told us that since."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Hazelgrove Painting
5.0(
8
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Serving Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Hazelgrove Painting has been providing Interior and Exterior painting to the greater Lafayette area for more than 25 years.\n\nWe are owner operated and specialize in any painting related needs. Call us today and read our reviews!

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Madisen Paint Co
4.7(
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Serving Lafayette, IN and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike and assistnat did a great job painting the rooms and closets. Nice, friendly and professional. I am pleased with the results. And would hire them again. Keeping his name & number for future work."
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Lafayette, IN

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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