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Wilbers Painting
4.9(
378
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed to remove plaster and have drywall put up in a master closet "room" in a house built in the late 1700s. They did a wonderful job and were careful and they responded to a change we wanted without any major issues. We will use them again!"
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Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JF Painting Services
5.0(
27
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"JF Painting Service did an amazing job on my sunroom! He covered one wall with wallpaper, and it turned out absolutely beautiful—I’ve been getting so many compliments on it. He was very polite and friendly, got right to work, and completed the project in no time at all. The quality of his work truly shows. I would definitely hire him again and highly recommend his services!"
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+59

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Penmar Painting
5.0(
5
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Penmar Painting is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!\n

Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Picture Perfect Paper & Trim
5.0(
33
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It was such a treat to work with Danny and Picture Perfect Paper & Trim! What an all-around wonderful experience from start to finish. Danny brings impressive expertise, professionalism and superior follow-through to the job. The crown molding now in my husband's office is by far the nicest, most elegant example in entire house, and my newly wallpapered guest room is just gorgeous. All work was done by the afternoon (amazing), and everything looks even better than I dreamed it could. Many thanks to Danny & Co. for such a rewarding home makeover experience!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trogdon Enterprises
4.7(
267
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Was given dates 6/15 - 6/19 and the work was completed by 6/17. Everything was done professionally the workers arrived by 8:30 each day and completed their days work by 5, and I am more than satisfied with the quality of the work and the professionalism. If I had any questions they were addressed within a reasonable amount of time. I received my quote for the work by email which was great I paid the first half of the payment up front on that same email, and when the work was complete I received an email and the remainder of the total cost was transacted on that email. I would recommend them highly!"
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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L W Lantz & Company Realty & Construction LLC
4.8(
54
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wayne was very responsive and patient, and handled the entire project very well. His team did good work too, and in a few instances where we saw minor flaws, Wayne made sure that his team fixed them promptly. He even went above and beyond what he was contracted to do, such as by helping us return a vanity to Home Depot, and installing a new toilet valve in another bathroom when he noticed that it was broken. While the total cost was a few thousand dollars higher than what other companies quoted, Wayne's responsiveness made up for it."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Richmond, VA

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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