October 3, 2018

How to Prepare for Painting if You Have Wallpaper

Many homeowners use wallpaper to give their rooms a unique look. But over time, wallpaper can become faded by UV rays or damaged, forcing the need to replace it. If you’ve opted for repainting, you might be wondering how to prepare the painting and wallpaper removal services here’s what the next step will be. Genesis Pro Painting has gathered some insightful information below to enlighten you.

Before painting, you’ll need to look for wallpaper removal services in Westchester, NY, to prepare your home. Here’s a bit more info about the process.

3 Steps for Repainting a Room with Outdated Wallpaper

  1. Remove Wallpaper

To replace your faded or damaged wallpaper with a fresh coat, you’ll need to enlist the services of a reliable wallpaper removal company. This is because painting over old wallpaper is never a good idea.  You want your fresh paint to adhere to a smooth, even surface that will not start peeling.  The wallpaper removal process requires meticulous attention to detail but is relatively painless: the professionals from Genesis Pro Painting can often have the job done in a few hours – or a weekend at the most.

  1. Repair & Prep for Painting

Over the years, wallpaper has been installed using a variety of methods, some more damaging than others. Before you can begin painting, a team will first remove any lingering wallpaper glue by applying a solution that dissolves it. After doing so, the surface of your walls will be spackled, primed and then prepped for painting.

  1. Adding Fresh Paint

After extracting your wallpaper and prepping the surface, it’s time to start painting. Before doing so, confirm and re-confirm your paint color.  How does it match with your flooring, fixtures and furniture? Does your room get a lot of natural lighting or is it dark?   Paint a few sample smudges to make certain the color looks like what you expected. Once you’ve settled on a color scheme, the staff from Genesis Pro Painting can get to work. They’re also available to help hone your vision if you’re having trouble deciding on the proper color scheme.

Call for painting and wallpaper removal services in Westchester, NY now!

Once you’ve made the decision to peel away that old wallpaper and provide a fresh coat of paint, Genesis Pro Painting is here for you. Contact us for an estimate, or visit us online for a list of additional services, such as color consultation.

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