Wallpaper Removal
Skip the sticky, weekend-long battle. We strip, wash, repair, and prep your walls for a smooth, high-end finish.
That outdated pattern is finally getting to you — but painting straight over wallpaper only masks the problem. Professional removal is the gold standard: it gives you a clean, structurally sound slate for the smooth, modern finishes today’s design trends demand.
Why Removal Beats Painting Over Wallpaper
Painting over paper is a one-way street. Water-based paint can reactivate old adhesive and cause bubbling; seams and textures telegraph through the new coat; and the paint creates a waterproof shell that makes future removal far harder. In our humid South Jersey climate, trapped moisture behind paper can even breed hidden mold.
Removal eliminates those variables. Paint bonds best to a clean, porous surface — and stripping the paper lets us fix the dings, cracks, and old stains hiding underneath for a truly flawless result.
Our Professional Removal Process
We use specialized steamers and enzyme-based solutions to gently dissolve the bond between the paper and the wall, protecting the delicate drywall underneath. Once the sheets are gone, every trace of adhesive residue is washed away — leave glue behind and new paint will crackle or peel within months.
We ensure the wall is perfectly clean, repaired, primed, and sealed before the first drop of color touches it. Our crew handles the disposal and keeps your home clean throughout, so you’re left with nothing but a stunning, professional result.
Wallpaper Removal questions, answered
It’s nearly impossible to hide wallpaper seams with paint alone — the vertical lines usually remain visible under most lighting. For a truly seamless, professional look, removal is the only reliable path.
Our professional techniques are designed to protect your drywall. We use controlled steam and enzyme solutions to dissolve the glue without gouging the surface, then repair any minor imperfections.
Most standard rooms take one to two days — including stripping the paper, washing away adhesive, and minor wall repairs. Larger spaces or multiple layers may require additional time.
Yes. We wash the walls, repair small dings and cracks, and prime so your new paint bonds perfectly. We believe in doing the job right the first time.
What our customers say
“I am so pleased with JM Painting. They did an amazing job on my walls. They were the nicest workers and were on time, and made sure they left no mess at all. They double checked I was satisfied with all the work before leaving. I would highly recommend them for their professionalism and their pricing. Will be using them for all my painting needs.”
Christine AndrewsVerified Google review“This is the 2nd time we've had James come to our house to paint and each time he's been extremely polite, accurate, skillful, on time, persistent, and patient. He even brings his own drop cloths to protect floors! His work is hands down the best! You won't be dissatisfied! Highly recommend!”
David KingVerified Google review“I have been a customer for a few years now for both my business and home. Always a good job at a fair price. They have good communication and clean up afterwards. Very hard to recommend a contractor these days, but I think highly of their work.”
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Based in Clayton and serving communities across Gloucester, Camden, and northern Cumberland County.
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