In my 30 years of being a professional wallpaper installer, he has hung everything from traditional classic wallpapers to the most contemporary styles in wall coverings, including grass cloth, textured materials, and murals. With a commitment to customer service I only uses the latest and highest quality wall covering products. Insuring long lasting results that will turn you house into your dream home. I am a professional that will complete your job right the first time so no repairs will need to be made in the future. And will leave your room cleaner than when I arrived. ATTENTION! I DON’T INSTALL PEEL AND STICK WALLPAPER. SO SORRY.
"on time and good clean up the room looks great!"
Heather l on October 2023
In my 30 years of being a professional wallpaper installer, he has hung everything from traditional classic wallpapers to the most contemporary styles in wall coverings, including grass cloth, textured materials, and murals. With a commitment to customer service I only uses the latest and highest quality wall covering products. Insuring long lasting results that will turn you house into your dream home. I am a professional that will complete your job right the first time so no repairs will need to be made in the future. And will leave your room cleaner than when I arrived. ATTENTION! I DON’T INSTALL PEEL AND STICK WALLPAPER. SO SORRY.
"on time and good clean up the room looks great!"
Heather l on October 2023
I specialize in hanging all types of wallcoverings, including wallpaper, vinyl, fabrics, silks, murals, and maps.
"We hired James for two separate jobs and would enthusiastically recommend him to others. Even on the closest inspection, his work was impeccable. He has been doing wallpapering for decades, and his experience shows."
Walter S on April 2024
I specialize in hanging all types of wallcoverings, including wallpaper, vinyl, fabrics, silks, murals, and maps.
"We hired James for two separate jobs and would enthusiastically recommend him to others. Even on the closest inspection, his work was impeccable. He has been doing wallpapering for decades, and his experience shows."
Walter S on April 2024
Experienced interior and exterior painter. Wallpaper removal and installation. Residential and commercial.
"Frank was great, responded promptly, arrived right on time, and did a great job. Plus, he is really nice guy."
Mary W on April 2025
Experienced interior and exterior painter. Wallpaper removal and installation. Residential and commercial.
"Frank was great, responded promptly, arrived right on time, and did a great job. Plus, he is really nice guy."
Mary W on April 2025
The highest-quality, full-service residential and commercial painting company located in the East Bay. Aurora Painting has been in business in the Bay Area for 30 years and has a premier reputation among homeowners, builders, architects, designers and residential craft guilds, for the highest quality in exterior and interior painting and preparation.
"We requested estimates from four painting contractors before selecting Aurora Painting & Decorating to paint our exterior and a few interior rooms. Aurora’s pricing was a little higher than the average pricing from all of the estimates, but we really felt that the value was above and beyond the other contractors. The crew was amazing and very professional, arriving promptly in the morning and keeping our grounds and landscaping clean at the end of each day. The crew really seemed engaged with our project and this is a very noticeable quality when you have worked with other contractors that seem uninterested in the client or the client’s project. Aurora was also able to set up a meeting with a color consultant for the project and, fortunately, they are also connected to an excellent carpenter – our house had some serious wood dry rot issues that needed to be addressed during the work. The carpenter (Antonio) was equally amazing and was able to handle all of the dry rot issues before the painting was completed. Dean was very helpful with explaining each phase of the work, answering all of our many questions, and connecting with the crew (and us) if there were additional questions or concerns. A number of our neighbors have used Aurora Painting over the years and we are happy to have found them. We plan to recommend them highly to our friends and hope to have them back to complete the rest of our interior. We requested estimates from four painting contractors before selecting Aurora Painting & Decorating to paint our exterior and few interior rooms. Aurora’s pricing was a little higher than the average pricing from all of the estimates, but we really felt that the value was above and beyond the other contactors. The crew was amazing and very professional, arriving promptly in the morning and keeping our grounds and landscaping clean at the end of each day. The crew really seemed engaged with our project and this is a very noticeable quality if you have worked with other contractors that seem uninterested in the client or the client’s project. Aurora was also able to set up a meeting with a color consultant for the project and, fortunately, they are also connected to an excellent carpenter – our house had some serious wood dry rot issues that needed to be addressed during the work. The carpenter (Antonio) was equally amazing and was able to handle all of the dry rot issues before the painting was completed. Dean was very helpful with explaining each phase of the work, answering all of our many questions and connecting with the crew (and us) if there were additional questions or concerns. A number of our neighbors have used Aurora Painting over the years and we are happy to have found them. We plan to recommend them highly to our friends and hope to have them back to complete the rest of our interior. Stacey Sullivan"
stacey s on April 2023
The highest-quality, full-service residential and commercial painting company located in the East Bay. Aurora Painting has been in business in the Bay Area for 30 years and has a premier reputation among homeowners, builders, architects, designers and residential craft guilds, for the highest quality in exterior and interior painting and preparation.
"We requested estimates from four painting contractors before selecting Aurora Painting & Decorating to paint our exterior and a few interior rooms. Aurora’s pricing was a little higher than the average pricing from all of the estimates, but we really felt that the value was above and beyond the other contractors. The crew was amazing and very professional, arriving promptly in the morning and keeping our grounds and landscaping clean at the end of each day. The crew really seemed engaged with our project and this is a very noticeable quality when you have worked with other contractors that seem uninterested in the client or the client’s project. Aurora was also able to set up a meeting with a color consultant for the project and, fortunately, they are also connected to an excellent carpenter – our house had some serious wood dry rot issues that needed to be addressed during the work. The carpenter (Antonio) was equally amazing and was able to handle all of the dry rot issues before the painting was completed. Dean was very helpful with explaining each phase of the work, answering all of our many questions, and connecting with the crew (and us) if there were additional questions or concerns. A number of our neighbors have used Aurora Painting over the years and we are happy to have found them. We plan to recommend them highly to our friends and hope to have them back to complete the rest of our interior. We requested estimates from four painting contractors before selecting Aurora Painting & Decorating to paint our exterior and few interior rooms. Aurora’s pricing was a little higher than the average pricing from all of the estimates, but we really felt that the value was above and beyond the other contactors. The crew was amazing and very professional, arriving promptly in the morning and keeping our grounds and landscaping clean at the end of each day. The crew really seemed engaged with our project and this is a very noticeable quality if you have worked with other contractors that seem uninterested in the client or the client’s project. Aurora was also able to set up a meeting with a color consultant for the project and, fortunately, they are also connected to an excellent carpenter – our house had some serious wood dry rot issues that needed to be addressed during the work. The carpenter (Antonio) was equally amazing and was able to handle all of the dry rot issues before the painting was completed. Dean was very helpful with explaining each phase of the work, answering all of our many questions and connecting with the crew (and us) if there were additional questions or concerns. A number of our neighbors have used Aurora Painting over the years and we are happy to have found them. We plan to recommend them highly to our friends and hope to have them back to complete the rest of our interior. Stacey Sullivan"
stacey s on April 2023
Are you searching for a reliable painting contractor in San Jose, CA who understands your unique needs and delivers exceptional results? Look no further Urbina's Painting Company is a locally owned and operated business with a passion for transforming residential and commercial spaces into vibrant works of art. Since we began in 2018, we've been dedicated to providing top-notch painting services that exceed your expectations.
"We recently hired Urbinas to paint our front door and wouldn't recommend them. Ulysses came out to paint the door only to tell us that he wasn't able to paint a door that wasn't hung in the doorway and asked us to get our contractor to hang the door and install the hardware before painting. After having the door installed Ulysses and his father painted the door but forgot to paint the top and bottom of the door which voided our warranty with the door company. The door company came out and asked if we had hired someone who was licensed and bonded because the work didn't reflect someone who follows the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America standards. When we asked for a refund Ulysses blamed us saying we should have told him to paint the top and bottom and we are now left with a door that is now out of warranty and have to pay for another licensed and bonded painter to fix the mistake."
Kelsie W on November 2024
Are you searching for a reliable painting contractor in San Jose, CA who understands your unique needs and delivers exceptional results? Look no further Urbina's Painting Company is a locally owned and operated business with a passion for transforming residential and commercial spaces into vibrant works of art. Since we began in 2018, we've been dedicated to providing top-notch painting services that exceed your expectations.
"We recently hired Urbinas to paint our front door and wouldn't recommend them. Ulysses came out to paint the door only to tell us that he wasn't able to paint a door that wasn't hung in the doorway and asked us to get our contractor to hang the door and install the hardware before painting. After having the door installed Ulysses and his father painted the door but forgot to paint the top and bottom of the door which voided our warranty with the door company. The door company came out and asked if we had hired someone who was licensed and bonded because the work didn't reflect someone who follows the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America standards. When we asked for a refund Ulysses blamed us saying we should have told him to paint the top and bottom and we are now left with a door that is now out of warranty and have to pay for another licensed and bonded painter to fix the mistake."
Kelsie W on November 2024
Gene’s Painting is owned and operated by Gene and Rosie LeDoux. We have been providing year-round painting services throughout the Bay Area for over 35 years. When you call Gene’s Painting, you will schedule your appointment with Rosie, and you will meet Gene for your free estimate. Check out more projects on our website- https://www.genepaintingcontractor.com/
"Fantastic. My house looks terrific. Gene walked the house with me and assured me that his team could address all my concerns, including cracked stuuco and dry rot. They did a great job and everything looks better than I could ever hope for. They even managed to match old paint colors from 40 years ago, that are no longer available. I would recommend and use Gene's Painting again in a heartbeat."
Kenneth T on May 2024
Gene’s Painting is owned and operated by Gene and Rosie LeDoux. We have been providing year-round painting services throughout the Bay Area for over 35 years. When you call Gene’s Painting, you will schedule your appointment with Rosie, and you will meet Gene for your free estimate. Check out more projects on our website- https://www.genepaintingcontractor.com/
"Fantastic. My house looks terrific. Gene walked the house with me and assured me that his team could address all my concerns, including cracked stuuco and dry rot. They did a great job and everything looks better than I could ever hope for. They even managed to match old paint colors from 40 years ago, that are no longer available. I would recommend and use Gene's Painting again in a heartbeat."
Kenneth T on May 2024
Walt's Quality Painting is owned & operated by Walt Christen. All work is performed by Owner. Walt is a second generation painting contractor here in the Bay Area with 36 years experience in the painting industry. My experience ranges from high-end residential through light & heavy commercial. I have 15 years in the Bay Area Painter's Union before branching out and going into business for myself. Walt's Quality Painting is an "A" accredited business with the Better Business Bureau. We pride ourselves in delivering quality craftsmanship using premium materials. Also maintaining an old-fashion one-on-one customer service approach with all our clients. We are fully licensed, bonded-insured with the CSLB - cont. lic. #906131. Here are the services we offer: int/ext painting, custom & traditional cabinet refinishing and cabinet painting, in-home color consulting, power washing, premium surface preparation both int/ext. We do High Quality Cabinet Prep and Cabinet Painting. Our focus base is residential through light commercial. Our contact numbers are: office: 925-516-0459 / Walt's cell: 925-487-1384. We look forward to working with you. Thank you - Walt Christen
"Best Painter I have ever hired. I contacted Walt in early July. After meeting him, I had a good feeling about him. But I didn't want the job to be done until I was on break from work in October. He was no pressure, when ever I wanted it. Explained that I wanted to brighten up the room, the color I had was dark. He made some good suggestions that I went with. I was not disappointed. Great Customer service. Took pride in prepping the walls and baseboard. He was a clean painter very organized with a plan. He knew I would need a second coat on the walls, and he was 100% right. The work was done in 2 days. With his experience he made it look simple. I have several more paint jobs, and I will be hiring Walt. Thank you Walt."
Patricia G on October 2024
Walt's Quality Painting is owned & operated by Walt Christen. All work is performed by Owner. Walt is a second generation painting contractor here in the Bay Area with 36 years experience in the painting industry. My experience ranges from high-end residential through light & heavy commercial. I have 15 years in the Bay Area Painter's Union before branching out and going into business for myself. Walt's Quality Painting is an "A" accredited business with the Better Business Bureau. We pride ourselves in delivering quality craftsmanship using premium materials. Also maintaining an old-fashion one-on-one customer service approach with all our clients. We are fully licensed, bonded-insured with the CSLB - cont. lic. #906131. Here are the services we offer: int/ext painting, custom & traditional cabinet refinishing and cabinet painting, in-home color consulting, power washing, premium surface preparation both int/ext. We do High Quality Cabinet Prep and Cabinet Painting. Our focus base is residential through light commercial. Our contact numbers are: office: 925-516-0459 / Walt's cell: 925-487-1384. We look forward to working with you. Thank you - Walt Christen
"Best Painter I have ever hired. I contacted Walt in early July. After meeting him, I had a good feeling about him. But I didn't want the job to be done until I was on break from work in October. He was no pressure, when ever I wanted it. Explained that I wanted to brighten up the room, the color I had was dark. He made some good suggestions that I went with. I was not disappointed. Great Customer service. Took pride in prepping the walls and baseboard. He was a clean painter very organized with a plan. He knew I would need a second coat on the walls, and he was 100% right. The work was done in 2 days. With his experience he made it look simple. I have several more paint jobs, and I will be hiring Walt. Thank you Walt."
Patricia G on October 2024
With over 20+ years of professional experience, we are here to brighten your home inside and out, and to meet all your needs and dreams.
"Extremely professional and high quality work. Beginning with the review of work scope and comprehensive proposal through the execution and wrap up — good communication, documentation and most importantly excellence in quality at every phase of work. Daily work began on time (as allowed by HOA defined work hours) and always finished leaving the work area clean and orderly. It was a pleasure to work with such a pro!"
Lani M on June 2024
With over 20+ years of professional experience, we are here to brighten your home inside and out, and to meet all your needs and dreams.
"Extremely professional and high quality work. Beginning with the review of work scope and comprehensive proposal through the execution and wrap up — good communication, documentation and most importantly excellence in quality at every phase of work. Daily work began on time (as allowed by HOA defined work hours) and always finished leaving the work area clean and orderly. It was a pleasure to work with such a pro!"
Lani M on June 2024
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Juan and his crew were amazing! They were so professional, kind and did a great job! They left my house exactly as they had found it and even did a few little repairs that weren’t part of the rooms I had originally intended to be painted. As a single woman, I felt very safe with them. I had 5 rooms that needed to be painted back to white due to leaving my rental, and didn’t have the exact shade. They color matched and went to the store for me to get the right color. They worked fast and were quiet and kept things very tidy. I would definitely hire them again and recommend them to anyone!"
Caroline S on April 2025
We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Juan and his crew were amazing! They were so professional, kind and did a great job! They left my house exactly as they had found it and even did a few little repairs that weren’t part of the rooms I had originally intended to be painted. As a single woman, I felt very safe with them. I had 5 rooms that needed to be painted back to white due to leaving my rental, and didn’t have the exact shade. They color matched and went to the store for me to get the right color. They worked fast and were quiet and kept things very tidy. I would definitely hire them again and recommend them to anyone!"
Caroline S on April 2025
? Elmer Painting- 15 years of experience. We specialize in top-notch interior & exterior painting. Offering FREE ESTIMATES (415) 367-5791 We're ready to bring your vision to life. ?✨ Call us at (415) 367-5791 today for a project quote and let's add a splash of color to your world! ??️✨
"Elmer was very professional and listened to our concerns. He was on time and left at the end of the day all cleaned up! He went beyond by installing stripping around front door, garage door and also installed new lock on front door. I would recommend him to others for sure"
Leslie s on July 2023
? Elmer Painting- 15 years of experience. We specialize in top-notch interior & exterior painting. Offering FREE ESTIMATES (415) 367-5791 We're ready to bring your vision to life. ?✨ Call us at (415) 367-5791 today for a project quote and let's add a splash of color to your world! ??️✨
"Elmer was very professional and listened to our concerns. He was on time and left at the end of the day all cleaned up! He went beyond by installing stripping around front door, garage door and also installed new lock on front door. I would recommend him to others for sure"
Leslie s on July 2023
A handyperson near you can take on the task of wallpaper removal. As a bonus, they can also take care of any needed wall repairs afterward and other odd jobs around the house. If you have high ceilings, ask whether they own ladders or scaffolding to do the job or will need to rent equipment.
You can determine your wall type through tactile and visual tests. Start by checking the surface by inserting a thumbtack, feeling the texture, tapping to listen for a hollow sound, and examining cut edges under outlet covers. Drywall feels soft with a hollow sound, while plaster is hard and solid. These checks are especially useful in older homes where plaster is more common.
In many cases, you can paint over wallpaper, although it’s a better idea to remove it altogether. Try steaming the paper first to see if it easily comes off. Painting over it may be a viable option if it’s stuck on and will only come off in pieces. Wash the walls first and prime them with an oil- or shellac-based primer for the best results.
Wallpaper installation costs between $800 and $4,000. The total price depends on the price per roll, room size, wallpaper material, and required repairs. More complex projects involving luxurious wallpaper brands like De Gournay, Calico, and Pierre Frey result in higher installation rates due to the extra work required.
After removing wallpaper, you can dispose of small amounts in your household trash. However, suppose you are removing wallpaper from your entire home. In that case, you’ll need to contact a waste removal service, rent a dumpster, or arrange a special pick-up with your municipality’s waste service. Wallpaper cannot be recycled, so it is important to keep it separate from the recycling stream to comply with local waste guidelines.