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Target Painting & Contracting Inc
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Serving Woburn, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

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"Go with Target. I've used several painters, and I have never had the excellent level of quoting and detailed Statement of Work, customer service responsiveness, crew professionalism, quality of prep work and painting, and ability to deliver on my timeline. I am not easily impressed, but Andy, Gabriella, and team knocked it over the Green Monster!"
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Discovery Home Improvement
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Serving Woburn, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

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"Jay and his crew are the best , we hired him to paint the interior of our house and liked his work so much we had him remodel our bathroom also. The results were amazing!!!"
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Response time2 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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SJ CoverUp Wallpaper
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Serving Woburn, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

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"Sebastián and Johan did a great job with my walls! The result is absolutely gorgeous; I can't stop showing off photos. They were professional, conscientious, and thorough; communication was clear and helpful, and they were patient with all my questions. I would happily use them again."
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Response time3 hrs
Boudreau Painting
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Serving Woburn, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"Denise and Donna were super right from the beginning. They responded quickly to my request and came out the same day to give me an estimate. The work was neat and perfect. There were a number of angles and stairs to worry about but they sailed along. And they took to my Jack Russell and she to them. They brought marvelous treats for both of us. I highly recommend them and hope to use them again."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Orcutt Painting Co
4.9(
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Serving Woburn, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

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"After purchasing our new home, we wanted to freshen it up with an interior paint job. Fortunately, we found Rick Orcutt. He gave us a detailed and very fair estimate for the work, and then his team executed the job beautifully. We were amazed by the quality of their work. Rick Orcutt is an absolute pleasure to work with. He’s punctual, responsive and professional. He makes sure work is done correctly. We would love to work with Orcutt Painting again."
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FAQs for wallcovering or wallpaper removal projects in Woburn, 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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