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Wilbers Painting
4.8(
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wilber and his crew were very professional, punctual and delivered what they promised. Will definitely hire them again for many other drywall, wallpaper removal and painting jobs I have planned in my home."
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Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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DC PAINTING SERVICES LLC
5.0(
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"DC does very professional and clean work. I was very pleased with the way the work turned out. It took me a while to find someone who can remove and install wall paper and I am glad I found him here!"
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+10

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
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Penmar Painting
5.0(
5
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

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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
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Wallpaper Stripping & Hanging
5.0(
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My house was built in 1920 and renovated in 1998. The original bathroom was smaller, and later expanded (50s- 60s?). There was a dip across the ceiling drywall where the two rooms were joined. The drywall was also very uneven around corners (depressed), and there was minor damage to the plaster. Sam was recommended to me by Sherwin Williams, and came over and did an estimate, which was very reasonable. I had picked my wallpaper, border, and paint already. The project got delayed a little (2 weeks) because he had a customer who decided to wallpaper 2 additional rooms during the project. Sam is very courteous, worked very methodically, and was fun to watch since he had some special equipment for wallpapering. The result is technically flawless. He carefully cleaned up every day, and carefully re-installed the ceiling light each day during the ceilling work. The drywall repair portion lasted longer than he anticipated, so he came out an extra day."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Kaleidoscope Wallpaper
5.0(
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

"He strips wallpaper as well as puts it up. He does an excellent job, you cannot see the seams. He is also inexpensive."
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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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