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Deossa Wall Paper and Paint LLC
4.9(
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"He was very responsible and professional. His estimate was very reasonable and his work was excellent. We weren't given the choice of exactly what he did on this review. So I am putting what he did here. He and his wife removed the wallpaper and put up new."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
4.6(
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Sebastian and Johan did a phenomenal job on my living room wallpaper project. Everything - from start to communications to finish - went very smoothly and well. I am particularly impressed by their attention to detail and their willingness to go the extra mile to do good work. The installation required some wall repair and painting the room white before hanging the wallpaper, and Sebastian and Johan handled it all with a positive attitude, enthusiasm, and professionalism. I would hire them again in an instant. The room looks fantastic!!"
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Response time3 hrs
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Deossa Wallcovering & Painting
4.9(
22
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Gustavo to remove wallpaper and paint a galley kitchen and small kitchenette. He did a great job with both. He was very timely and efficient. Very pleased with his work. Would highly recommend."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JMC Painting
5.0(
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A neighbor recommended JMC Painting. I had only a small job, a portion of trim was peeling, but they were willing to do the small job. The peeling in that section has been a recurring problem, but now it looks better than it’s ever looked."
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+450

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Cobra Painting
4.8(
128
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"Amazing! Frank and Larry did an outstanding job painting the entire house and the exterior deck. We have hired them multiple times over the years because their work is always done with care, precision and attention to detail. For example, once they’re done they always go back and check to be sure there are no bare or light spots or spillovers at the creases. They are also impeccably clean taking care to put everything away each day when they’re done and they clean up after the job is finished. Highly recommend them."
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+17

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Bright Painting Co.
4.4(
339
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bright Painting may have converted me to the benefits of hiring painters! They did my living/dining are, entry and ceilings including my kitchen ceiling. The ceilings had some peeling paint (due to calcimite paint underneath) and water stains. Bright Painting did an excellent job. The work looks so much better than what I can do! Plus, it was done start to finish in 2 days. I am very happy!"
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+16

Recommended by92%of homeowners
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North Shore Painting LLC - Home Facebook
4.6(
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prepped covered all the floors and the entrance hallway. They repaired a water damaged ceiling . Repainted it and the walls also. In four rooms removed wallpaper from 100 year old plaster walls. Smoothed the walls and painted them looking GREAT! Also did the same for the ceilings in the four rooms all looking GREAT!. moved furniture as needed and put it back when done. Cleaned up everything before leaving. I plan to hire them next time I need any painting done."
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+96

Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Salem, MA

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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