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Sean Commerford Painting, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Nassau, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean agreed to squeeze me into his busy schedule after he came to assess the work that needed to be done. Within a couple of weeks, he came on the agreed upon dates and painted both rooms as we’d discussed. His work is excellent and he left my home spotless after he completed his work. I hired Sean after he had done excellent work for me at a previous residence. He’s very professional and his prices are fair for the outstanding work he does. I will hire him again when the need arises."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Your Remodel Pro
4.9(
73
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Serving Nassau, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We went through a months-long process sitting with different local contractors and trying to see if we could make our project happen within budget. When we met Allen of Your Remodel Pro, right out of the gate I just had a good feeling that he was the right fit. I always like being proven right. Professionalism every step of the way, our crew (Darien and Eric) was always on-time, trustworthy, accommodating and respectful of our family's space. They were a pleasure to have around. And the work speaks for itself. The attention to detail that they put in was spectacular and extended to every facet of the project. Allen was always available to discuss anything that came up and always happy to review our options thoroughly and advise us appropriately. Our kitchen is everything we wanted it to be and the meticulous work put in by Allen and crew just flashes from the minute you walk in. Again, just incredibly grateful that we were put in touch, and looking forward to booking our next project."
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Nassau, NY

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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