This wallpaper removal project was challenging due to multiple layers of wallpaper. Some areas were especially difficult to get all the wallpaper off cleanly. Often overlooked, is the wallpaper paste can still be on the walls once the wallpaper is removed. If it’s a clear paste it’s basically invisible.
However, it must be removed before any patching or painting takes place. It is also typical to have some patching and/or texture repair to prepare the walls prior to painting. Sometimes, we need to use a primer to stabilize the surface.
Thinking about freshening up a room but stuck staring at dated wallpaper? If you are weighing wallpaper removal versus painting over it in Portland, you are not alone. Homeowners across Alberta Arts, Sellwood, and Laurelhurst face this same decision each year as seasons change and rooms […]
If your Portland home was built before 1978, a standard repaint is not enough. You need a lead‑safe plan that protects your family while delivering a beautiful finish. This guide breaks down what to expect when you hire a painting contractor for interior work in older […]
