If you're tired of looking at your old wallpaper, taking it down and replacing it with a new style will refresh the look of your room. However, while this may seem like a simple project, it's one that you should leave to professional painting contractors for the following reasons.

Why a Painting Contractor Should Remove Your Wallpaper

1. Avoid Unnecessary Costs

Many of the tools and accessories needed to remove wallpaper will never be used again. This means you'll be buying expensive materials that you'll only use once. Professional painting contractors already have the necessary tools, so you won't have to buy or waste anything.

2. Prevent Damages

If you don't know how to remove wallpaper, it's very easy to break the drywall or damage your electrical outlets. Painting contractors are trained on proper techniques and have the required tools to safely remove the paper without causing any collateral damage, which will save you money on potential repairs.

3. Save Time

To remove wallpaper yourself, you'll need to buy or create a solution to weaken the glue's bond. You’ll also need to use a dryer around the edges to start the peeling, wet the entire wall, let it sit for 15 minutes, and then spend time removing the actual wallpaper. Having a contractor do this task will allow you to spend your time more productively.

4. Improve the Look

In addition to taking down old wallpaper, professionals will also put up a new design or repaint the wall to give your space a beautiful new look. Since they have more tools and experience, you can rest easy knowing that the job will be done efficiently and professionally.

 

If you need help removing old wallpaper around your home, contact the expert painting contractors at Harbour Painting. For more than 40 years, their team has helped homeowners throughout New London County and the surrounding areas transform their homes with beautiful interior painting services. They also specialize in repairs and decorative trim installations, so they can provide you with a complete remodel you’ll love. Call (860) 444-0705 to request a free estimate, or view a gallery of their previous work online.