Flawless Walls Start Here: Professional Wallpaper Removal

Tired of Your Old Wallpaper? Let’s Get to a Clean Slate.

If you’re ready to update your home’s look, the first and often most challenging hurdle is the dated wallpaper. While the internet is full of “quick fix” DIY advice, anyone who has attempted it knows the reality: peeling, scoring, steaming, and endless scraping that can lead to wall damage and days of frustration.

At Tabora Painting, we don’t just paint—we prepare. Our specialized wallpaper removal service is the essential first step to achieving a smooth, modern, and perfectly painted wall surface or canvas for new and updated wallpaper. We take on the toughest jobs, from old vinyl to multi-layered patterns, ensuring your walls are prepped right the first time.

Why Is Professional Wallpaper Removal Essential?

Many homeowners underestimate the complexity of a proper wallpaper removal job. The process is not just about peeling paper; it’s about preserving the drywall underneath.

1. Preventing Costly Damage: Aggressive scraping or improper soaking can tear the drywall facing, leading to deep repairs that cost time and money. Our team uses industry-best, non-toxic solutions and techniques to gently lift adhesive without compromising your walls.
2. Removing Residual Glue and Liner: Even after the paper is gone, a sticky residue often remains. If this isn’t thoroughly washed, stripped, and sealed, it will bleed through new paint or prevent new paint from adhering properly, leaving you with a bumpy, discolored finish. We meticulously clean and condition the surface to ensure zero residue.
3. Achieving a Truly Smooth Finish: The goal of removal is a seamless surface, ready for primer and paint. We include necessary patching and light sanding to eliminate small tears, gouges, and texture differences left behind by the paper, creating a perfect canvas for your chosen color.
4. Saving Time and Stress: Wallpaper removal is notoriously time-consuming. Reclaim your weekends! Our experienced crew works efficiently and cleanly, completing the entire process—removal, cleaning, and light repair—in a fraction of the time a DIY attempt would take.

The Tabora Difference: Our Proven 4-Step Process

We take the guesswork out of transforming your space with a systematic approach designed for maximum results and minimal wall damage.

1. Comprehensive Assessment and Protection

We first inspect the type of wallpaper, the adhesive, and the condition of the wall surface beneath to choose the safest, most effective method. We then protect your home: all floors, trim, and adjacent areas are carefully covered with drop cloths and plastic sheeting to contain mess and prevent damage.

2. Expert Scoring and Solution Application

Using professional scoring tools, we perforate the paper just enough to allow our specialized removal solutions to penetrate the adhesive layer. This targeted soaking process loosens the bond, making it easy to remove in large sheets without tearing the drywall.

3. Clean Removal and Meticulous Cleaning

The paper is gently peeled away, followed by an intensive wall washing to completely dissolve and remove all traces of adhesive. This is a critical step that guarantees future paint adhesion. We address all remaining glue, ensuring the wall is perfectly clean.

4. Wall Repair and Preparation

Before we consider the job done, we repair any minor imperfections, sand the entire surface to a smooth finish, and apply a specialized primer/sealer designed to lock down any remaining sizing or residual glue. Your walls are now pristine and ready for a beautiful coat of paint.

Ready for a Fresh Look?

Don’t let stubborn wallpaper delay your home renovation. Trust the experts at Tabora Painting to provide flawless wallpaper removal services and expert wall preparation that sets the stage for a stunning new paint job or fabulous new wallpaper!

Contact us today for a free, no-obligation estimate on your wallpaper removal and painting project. We serve Lancaster, PA and surrounding communities with professional service and exceptional results.