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The foundation determines the finished quality. Wallpaper reveals every imperfection underneath, so proper surface preparation is essential.

Our wall preparation process includes inspecting for damage, unevenness, and texture issues, repairing holes, cracks, and surface damage, skim-coating to achieve

Level 4 or Level 5 smoothness when needed, sanding to create perfectly even surfaces, and applying proper primers or sizing agents for optimal adhesion.

Level 4 finish provides smooth surfaces suitable for most wallpapers. Level 5 finish (the highest standard) creates flawless surfaces for high-end wallcoverings, metallics, and materials that show every imperfection. We’ll recommend the appropriate level based on your wallpaper choice.

This preparation takes time but makes the difference between amateur and professional results. We never skip steps to save time, because shortcuts show in the finished installation.

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Pattern-matched wallpaper installation requires mathematical precision and artistic sensibility. Patterns must align horizontally across seams and vertically from the ceiling to the floor, creating the illusion of a continuous design.

Our installation process includes careful measurement and layout planning, calculating pattern repeats to minimize waste, cutting each strip for perfect pattern continuity, applying techniques suited to the material type, rolling seams for invisible joins, and inspecting from multiple angles and under various lighting conditions.

Pattern repeats vary from simple (easy to match) to complex (requiring significant skill and material). We calculate exact quantities needed, including overage for pattern matching, before you order material. This prevents costly shortages mid-project.

Seam work separates professional from amateur installations. Visible seams, misaligned patterns, and bubbles are unacceptable in professional work. We don’t consider installation complete until every seam is invisible and every pattern aligns perfectly.

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Removing old wallpaper requires more than just pulling it off the wall. Improper removal gouges drywall, leaves stubborn adhesive residue, and creates moisture damage that’s expensive to repair. We use gentle, non-damaging techniques that preserve walls underneath.
Our three-step removal process ensures clean results:

Step 1: Solution Application

We apply special solutions that permeate the paper and weaken the adhesive underneath. This solution is applied liberally over all affected areas and left to sit, allowing it to break down adhesive bonds without damaging wall surfaces.

Step 2: Careful Stripping

Once the solution has done its work, we begin carefully stripping wallpaper from your walls. This is done slowly and methodically to avoid damaging surfaces behind the adhesive. Patience during this phase prevents costly repairs later.

Step 3: Thorough Cleaning

After successfully removing wallpaper, we thoroughly clean and dry your walls. This cleaning removes small debris that might have escaped the stripping process and leaves walls smooth and ready for the next step.

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Depending on how the paper was installed or the type used (especially grasscloth), wall repair may be necessary to create clean, paint-ready, or wallpaper-ready surfaces.

Our restoration services include patching and repairing damaged areas, skim-coating for smooth surfaces, sanding to appropriate smoothness levels, priming for paint or new wallpaper, and matching surrounding wall conditions.

What we do depends on your next step and the surrounding wall conditions. If you’re painting instead of rehanging wallpaper, we can use simple patching methods or full mud-and-primer applications to smooth walls. If you’re installing new wallpaper, we prepare to the smoothness level your chosen material requires.

At the conclusion of this phase, your walls will be ready for primer and paint or primer and your new wallpaper.

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We handle everything start-to-finish, eliminating the coordination headaches of managing multiple contractors.

Our comprehensive services include on-site measurement and quantity calculation, sourcing and coordination with your designer or supplier, surface prep, priming, and installation, safe removal, cleanup, and repair if replacing existing paper, and expert recommendations and clear communication throughout.

Whether you’re working with a designer, managing your own remodel, or simply refreshing a room, we make it easy. You’ll receive expert recommendations, transparent communication, and top-tier craftsmanship every step of the way.

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To provide the most accurate pricing, please be ready with a sample and product specifications, including pattern repeat, for the wallpaper you’d like installed.

We’ll meet you onsite to take detailed measurements, confirm wall conditions, and supply a comprehensive quote outlining quantities of wallpaper to be ordered, our installation process and materials, limitations of liability, and itemized pricing for labor and prep work.

This ensures your project is completed smoothly with no surprises and a clear understanding of what’s included. Most wallpaper installations take 1 to 3 days depending on room size, pattern complexity, and wall condition.