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Expert Wallpaper
Removal in Seattle

Say goodbye to dated patterns and stubborn glue. We strip, clean, and repair walls for a flawless modern finish in Shoreline and Northgate.

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Save Your Walls

Don't Risk DIY Damage

Removing wallpaper looks easy on TV, but in Seattle's older homes, it's often a nightmare. Drywall paper can tear easily, and stubborn glue can leave walls bumpy and uneven.

At Couple Of Guys Painting, we use commercial steamers and enzyme-based solvents to melt adhesive without gouging the drywall. We follow up with a full skim coat if needed to ensure your new paint looks glass-smooth.

Glue Removal

100% Residue Free

Wall Repair

Skim Coating Included

Wallpaper Being Removed

Surface Prep Experts

We fix gouges and prime before painting.

Identifying Your Walls

The removal method depends on what's underneath.

Drywall (Standard)

Most common in homes built after 1960. The paper face is delicate and requires careful steaming.

  • Prone to gouging
  • Requires Sealing
  • Skim coat recommended

Plaster (Historic)

Common in Ballard/Green Lake Craftsman homes. Harder and more durable, but often has many layers.

  • Highly Durable
  • Can withstand scraping
  • Multiple layers common

Unprimed Drywall

DIFFICULT

If the paper was applied directly to drywall without primer, removal is extremely difficult.

  • Paper fuses to wall
  • May need locking primer
  • Skim coat essential

Our Removal Process

Patience and chemistry are the keys.

1

Score & Steam

We gently score the paper surface to allow moisture to penetrate. Then, we use professional steamers to reactivate the old paste.

2

Scrape & Clean

We carefully scrape away the paper and then scrub the walls with an enzyme solution to remove every trace of slimy glue residue.

3

Prime & Repair

We apply an oil-based primer (like GARDZ) to seal any torn drywall paper. Then we patch gouges and sand smooth.

4

Texture or Paint

Once the wall is sound, we can match your existing texture (orange peel, knockdown) or apply a fresh coat of paint.

Recent Transformations

From dated to modern in days.

Dated Floral Wallpaper
Shoreline

Before: Dated Floral

Scraping Glue
Lake Forest Park

Process: Glue Removal

Clean Painted Wall
Result

After: Smooth & Modern

Labor Intensive

Wallpaper Removal Pricing

Pricing varies heavily by layers and adhesive type. Estimates are essential.

Standard Room

Removal Only

Stripping paper and washing glue.

$400 - $800 / room
  • Steam Removal
  • Glue Washing
  • Bagging & Disposal
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Recommended

Removal + Skim + Paint

The complete transformation package.

$800 - $1,500+ / room
  • Full Skim Coat (Level 4/5)
  • Oil-Based Priming
  • 2 Coats Premium Paint
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Removal FAQs

Common questions from Seattle homeowners.

Will removing wallpaper damage my drywall?

It can if done incorrectly. We use professional steamers and enzyme-based solvents to dissolve the adhesive gently, minimizing damage. Any minor nicks are repaired before painting.

Do you remove the glue residue?

Yes. Removing the paper is only half the job. We scrub the walls to remove 100% of the old paste, then seal the surface with an oil-based primer to prevent ghosting or peeling later.

Can you paint over wallpaper instead?

We generally advise against it. Painting over wallpaper can cause the paper to bubble and peel as the moisture soaks in. It also makes future removal much harder. The best finish comes from removing it.

Proudly Serving King County

Our local teams are stationed throughout Seattle to ensure prompt service.

Shoreline Lake Forest Park Ballard Greenwood Northgate Queen Anne Magnolia
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