Removal and repair
Wallpaper removal in Gwinnett County and Metro Atlanta
We remove old wallpaper without gouging the drywall, then repair and prime the walls so they are ready for paint or a new wallcovering.
In short
- We remove strippable, peelable and traditional papers, including several layers.
- Removal method depends on the paper and on whether the wall was primed before.
- Damaged drywall paper is sealed and repaired before painting or re-papering.
- Common in Gwinnett homes built in the 1980s and 1990s.
What is included
- Room protection and plates removed
- Test patch to choose the right removal method
- Removal of the face layer and the backing
- Paste residue washed off
- Torn drywall face sealed with a shellac or oil-based primer
- Patching and sanding
- Primer, ready for paint or new paper
How we remove wallpaper
We start with a small test area. Strippable papers often come off dry. Peelable papers leave a backing that has to be soaked and scraped. Older papers hung straight onto unprimed drywall are the hardest: water can soften the drywall's paper face, so we work slowly and use a remover solution or steam only where it is safe.
What happens if the drywall tears
Torn drywall paper bubbles if you paint over it with water-based paint. We seal any torn areas with a shellac-based or oil-based primer first, then skim, sand and prime. This step is what separates a wall that looks right from one that shows every scar.
What affects the price
Every quote is written after we see the walls or photos of them. These are the things that move the number:
- Number of layers and type of paper
- Whether the wall was primed before the old paper went up
- Drywall or plaster, and how much damage shows after removal
- Room size, ceiling height and stairwells
- What comes next: paint or new wallpaper
Related guides
- The Complete Guide to Wallpaper Removal in Georgia Homes
- Wallpaper Removal Cost in Gwinnett County: What Changes the Price
- Removing Wallpaper From Plaster Walls in Older Atlanta Homes
- Selling a Home With Wallpaper: Keep It, Remove It or Update It?
- How to Remove an Old Wallpaper Border (and What to Do With the Wall After)
About WallPros. WallPros LLC is a wallpaper installation company based in Grayson, Georgia, serving Gwinnett County and Metro Atlanta for 10 years. We install, remove and prepare walls for homeowners, interior designers and builders.
FAQ
Common questions
Can you paint over wallpaper instead?
It is possible but rarely a good idea. Seams and edges show through and the paper can bubble or peel later. Removing it gives a cleaner, longer-lasting result.
How long does wallpaper removal take?
A typical bedroom takes about a day for removal and another day if repairs and skim coating are needed.
Is it messy?
Removal is wet work. We cover floors and furniture, remove outlet plates and clean up at the end of each day.
Do you also hang the new wallpaper?
Yes. Many clients book removal and installation together so the wall is prepared for the new paper in one visit.
Get a free estimate
Tell us the room, the wallcovering and the wall condition. We reply within one business day.