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JF Painting Services
5.0(
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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"these guys were literally a blessing in disguise. we had already come to terms with thinking we’d have to do our peel & stick wallpaper ourselves amongst so many other things for our gym renovation. i had left our business for the night & my fiance called to tell me some guys had shown up & were gonna do the wallpaper right then. i’m like huh???? these guys did a phenomenal job for a reasonable price. literally a needle in a haystack because a lot of places only worked with traditional wallpaper. i would definitely hire JF Painting services again. thank you guys so much for your help."
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Response time7 hrs
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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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

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Emergency services offered

"Great paint job two floors two colors about 20 hrs of work can't beat speed or price. I will be using them for my third floor and garage. My only suggestion would be for the company to use a service like [*** Link removed ***] to handle schedules and contract paperwork."
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DC PAINTING SERVICES LLC
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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"Darwin did Superior work wallpapering my guest bedroom and half bath. The powder bath was extremely difficult to wallpaper because of its small size and angular walls, but Darwin got it done in A+ fashion. The hard-working guy worked for 8 hours straight without taking a break. He is the king of peel and stick wallpaper! He charged a rate that was honest and affordable"
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Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
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Penmar Painting
5.0(
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

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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

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Wallpaper Stripping & Hanging
5.0(
6
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

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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
Competitive Edge Paperhanging LLC
5.0(
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Serving Richmond, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

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Warranties offered

"I contacted Chris, based on prior reviews here on Angie's List. He was very prompt at returning my call. He scheduled a visit for the next week to look at the areas to be papered and give an estimate and provide a roll quantity of paper to purchase. <br /> On the day of the scheduled install, Chris called to say he was running a little late, due to weather. (It was snowing.) I was surprised and relieved that he was still coming! Our paint contractor, by contrast did NOT call or come. <br /> Chris' work was meticulous, and quick. He did a wonderful job hanging the powder room paper, which had a large, linear and VERY noticeable repeat, that would have revealed poorly or improperly hung paper. He did a WONDERFUL job. <br /> Chris returned to install the dining room wallpaper, which was challenging due to the textured nature of the surface, and the delicacy of the glass beads which had a tendency to pull off during install. Again, because the paper had such noticeable patterns, misaligned sheets would have stuck out like a sore thumb. Chris' attention to detail met my VERY picky standards! He did such a great job, I wish I had more paper for him to do! <br /> I would hire Chris again in a minute. His attention to detail, meticulous nature in my home and wonderful demeanor are a welcomed breath of fresh air in this industry! <br /> I would hire Chris for ANY job he bid on completing. I know, he would NOT take a job he could not do to his OWN exacting standards, and his work ethic is beyond reproach. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Kaleidoscope Wallpaper
5.0(
1
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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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