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Lawrence I.
4.9(
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Serving Willowbrook, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Lawrence was great! Recommended paint colors for a complicated kitchen...I never would havve selected them, but they turned out to be perfect with the existing cabinets and new floors. He also removed wallpaper and addressed a bathroom with several drywall issues as well as other imperfections in the house. His work was meticulous and every wall and ceiling looks perfect. He was always on time and got along great with my dog, who actually started waiting at the window each morning for him to come. Bonus!!! Best part, he quotes a price up front and honors the price regardless of how long it takes. No surprises. I would highly recommend Lawrence!!!"
Plaster repair
Plaster repair
plaster repair
Water damage
Plaster repair

+13

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.7(
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Serving Willowbrook, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"MNM did an excellent job hanging wallpaper in our nursery. The wallpaper looks terrific and there were some difficult parts to the job. MNM was easy to deal with at a reasonable price and handled everything very well. I would hire them again."
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+38

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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S&G pro Decorating LLC
5.0(
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Serving Willowbrook, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It looks brand new. Sales was on time, finished the job efficiently. Was very neat and cleaned up everything before leaving. I would highly recommend him to anyone. He will be the first person I call when I need anything painted inside or out."
One of several cabinet jobs for a customers apartment
12×8 wall
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+2

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chicagoland Precision Painting
4.6(
46
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Serving Willowbrook, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jason repainted our wrought iron fence. It had a lot of rust on it, so a lot of grinding was required to prep it for paint. That took a day. On day 2 he did the painting. The fence looks great, the paint was applied liberally yet evenly, and Jason is very nice and very easy to work with.
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Stripes
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Diaz Renovations, Inc.
4.7(
255
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Serving Willowbrook, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Rick and his crew were always on time and efficient. They removed old cracked tiles around our fireplace and replaced them with marble. Their tile work was excellent and every tile was carefully cut & placed. This is the 3rd time I've called on RIck to help in our home, and I will continue to call him for future projects."
removing closet hardware
Kitchen Install
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Kitchen Install
geting it done

+48

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Turner Custom Painting
4.2(
178
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Serving Willowbrook, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ken Turner Custom Painting beautifully restored almost the entire interior of my house. I chose this company because of the high ratings the company has received on Angie's List, and because the company removes wallpaper, which is no longer commonplace among painting contractors. The painters worked diligently and quietly and put in long hours when necessary to stay on schedule. l highly recommend this business, as the owner is very focused on customer satisfaction. I have already reserved time with them for another project in the spring."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Willowbrook, IL

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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