Professional Wallpaper Removal in the Bay Area
Safe, damage-free wallpaper stripping — all layers, all wall types. We protect your drywall and leave every surface ready for paint or fresh installation.
Protecting Your Drywall During Removal
DIY wallpaper removal frequently damages drywall paper facings, creates gouges, or leaves adhesive residue that causes paint to bubble later. Our professional approach uses controlled moisture application, professional steamers where appropriate, and careful hand tools to minimize wall damage at every step.
- Scoring of vinyl-coated layers without piercing drywall
- Controlled enzyme solution to soften old paste
- Steamer use only where safe for the substrate
- Removal of all adhesive residue after stripping
- Skim coat and wall repair after removal if needed
- Surface left ready for primer, paint, or new wallpaper
Post-Removal Wall Prep Checklist
After removing wallpaper, walls typically need attention before repainting or new wallpaper can go up. We handle it all:
- Skim coating over torn drywall paper or damaged areas
- Sanding to a smooth, consistent surface
- Sealing with oil-based primer to prevent flash-through
- Filling nail holes, cracks, and minor damage
- Final surface inspection before handoff