Professional Wallpaper Removal Without Wall Damage
5-Star Rated
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Licensed & Insured
Full coverage protection
Damage-Free
Walls protected throughout
Prep Included
Ready for paint
Complete Wallpaper Removal Service
Removing wallpaper yourself can be a sticky, time-consuming challenge. Let the pros at Z&Z Painting handle it for you! We provide efficient wallpaper removal for homes and businesses, leaving your walls clean and ready for paint or new décor. Our team knows how to take down wallpaper of all types without damaging your walls.
Our process begins with identifying the wallpaper type and how it was applied. We protect floors and furniture, then use the appropriate removal technique—scoring for vinyl layers, soaking solutions, and steam for stubborn adhesive. After complete paper removal, we thoroughly wash walls to remove all glue residue, repair any damage, and prime for your next finish.
What's Included
- Assessment of wallpaper type and wall condition
- Floor and furniture protection
- Scoring and soaking solution application
- Complete wallpaper and backing removal
- Thorough adhesive residue cleaning
- Minor wall repair and patching
- Priming for paint-ready finish
Ideal For
- Homeowners updating dated rooms
- Pre-sale home modernization
- Remodel and renovation prep
What Our Customers Say
4.9 stars from 200+ verified reviews across Google, Angi, and Houzz
"Z&Z transformed our home's exterior. From the initial consultation to the final walkthrough, every step was professional and thorough. The prep work was exceptional, and the finish is absolutely flawless."
"We hired Z&Z to paint our kitchen cabinets and couldn't be happier. The attention to detail was remarkable—every door, drawer, and corner was perfect. It's like having a brand new kitchen."
"Third time using Z&Z and they continue to exceed expectations. This time it was our entire interior—living room, bedrooms, and hallways. Clean, efficient, and the color consultation was invaluable."
Pair This Service With
Complete your room transformation with these complementary services from Z&Z Painting.
Interior Painting
After removing wallpaper, most clients opt to paint the newly revealed walls. Our crew can seamlessly transition to painting for a complete room refresh.
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Drywall Repair
We repair any gouges, roughness, or damage uncovered during wallpaper removal, leaving walls perfectly smooth and ready for your new finish.
Learn MoreServing Chicago's Premier Suburbs
Updating dated wallpaper is one of the fastest ways to modernize a room, and our careful removal process protects your walls for a clean new start. We've stripped decades-old wallpaper from vintage residences across the North Shore in Wilmette , Winnetka , Kenilworth , Glencoe , Highland Park , Lake Forest , and Northbrook — and helped homeowners throughout the Southwest Suburbs — in Hinsdale , Clarendon Hills , Western Springs , La Grange , and Burr Ridge — transition from wallpaper to beautifully painted walls without the mess or damage.
Let's Remove That Wallpaper
Schedule your free consultation today. We'll assess your wallpaper and provide a detailed quote.
Wallpaper Removal FAQs
Common questions about our services
Virtually all wallpaper can be removed with the right method and patience. Painted-over wallpaper is tricky but we have solutions: thorough scoring, powerful stripping solutions, and steam. We haven't met a wallpaper we couldn't conquer. It just takes the right approach.
Not when done by professionals. We take precautions to preserve your walls with proper moisture levels, timing, and gentle scrapers. Any minor damage is immediately treated with sealing and skim-coating. Your walls will be ready for a beautiful paint job.
Yes, the backing should be removed as it contains adhesive that will hinder painting. We re-wet the backing and scrape it off completely, then sand lightly to get any fuzzy bits off. We never leave backing—walls must be completely clean.
We highly recommend it and include it as standard. Primer seals any residual glue so it doesn't cause paint to crackle or peel, provides a uniform surface for even paint application, and blocks any stains from bleeding through. It's insurance for great results.
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