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WOW 1 DAY PAINTING
4.9(
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Quick estimate, good communication and quick start! Impressed with their professionalism and work. Crew also did a great job with prep and cleanup. Very happy."
Kitchen
4
Interior Roof
Interior ceiling painting
Interior ceiling painting

+50

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Klappenberger and Son of Montgomery County
4.9(
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Justin Butler is the best coordinator, he acted fast and with professionalism, I’ve got my proposal on the same day and he edited any updates promptly. Justin also go beyond his job responsibilities such as cleaning and put the outlet cover back."
The gloomy and yucky colors before we repainted the interior of the gym.
Before
Before: old wallpaper, hidden storage door.
After: repainted ceilings, walls, cabinets, changed hardware.
Our Production Manager is setting up the crew to commence the renovation and interior repainting of the gym.

+50

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J.H Painting Services
5.0(
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Taurino did a fantastic job with my interior painting and expertly handled some external repairs and painting as well. Not only did he use his discount paint card to save me a lot of money, but his pride in workmanship is clear in the quality of the results. I would gladly hire him again."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
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A Woman's Touch Paint and Paper
4.9(
31
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Serving Olney, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Cindy was fantastic! She listened carefully to my ideas and then excellent advice on selection of wallpaper placement, patterns and coordinating paint color. Her technical skills are excellent and she was efficient and tidy. She also is an excellent furniture painter and painted and bedside table and a chair to coordinate with the whole room!"
Faux finishes can be fun
Painting stripes.
Painted stripes
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Olney, 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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