4. What is the difference between a good paint job and a bad one?

A good paint job requires knowledge and skill in applying the appropriate paint materials. Allowing adequate time, and proper prep work, is all important to do the job properly. Call WALL to WALL 734-459-9991 for a proposal and a quote.

5. How difficult is it to remove wall covering?

Sometimes it can be relatively easy and other times very labor intensive. The type of wall covering material, the adhesive used to install the wall covering, and prior wall preparations, all are factors in determining removal time. Call us at 734-459-9991 for an estimate.

6. Does the old wall covering REALLY need to be removed before applying the new?

It is always preferred to remove the existing wall covering. Any time you take a chance and hang over the old paper, you are gambling with your NEW wall covering! We just don’t think it is worth the gamble!

7. Why do the walls need to be primed or sized?

Remember one very important rule, ALWAYS PRIME. Before hanging, use a primer specifically made for use under wall coverings. Priming offers the best insurance to a terrific job.

Sizing doesn’t seal the surface so in the future, there could be some major drywall damage upon removal.

A good quality primer will actually seal the wall surface, creating a more structurally stable area for the wall covering to bond to. Sizing, is really just watered down paste. 

A few dollars more for a quality primer rather than a wall size, is money well spent

8. I have pre-pasted wall covering? Why use additional paste?

Manufacturers, in their instructions, do show a water box for installing pre-pasted wall covering. However, we have found that by adding more paste solids to the back of the wall covering, reduces the possibility of lifting or splitting at the seams. Also the wall covering adheres better over time.

9. Are there options if I have paneling or cinder block?

Consider lining paper. If wallpapering over a rough wall, Liner Paper helps to “smooth “ over the rough areas and helps the wallpaper adhere better to the surface. This ensures longer lasting, more professional results.

Painting over these surfaces creates a textured look, which is also an attractive option.

10. Can you paint over old wallpaper?

Again, only as a last resort, paint can cover a papered surface, but the seams definitely will show, the old paper may bubble up, and the painted over paper will, without doubt, be difficult to remove. And remember you must prime the wallpaper first before painting.

11. What is “Builders’ Flat”?

In new construction, builders use a paint which the industry calls “builders flat”. It is a minimum quality flat paint used on walls and ceilings of both low and high end, new construction. The paint serves to get the homeowner moved in. It is very porous and chalky. ….Not a good surface for wall covering. Applying wall covering over this very porous surface can allow paste to travel into the facing of the drywall, making later removal very difficult, if not impossible.

Builders flat must be primed AND sealed before installing wall paper.