Remove Old Wallpaper Without the Mess

Professional wallpaper removal services in Elwood, Indiana that prepare your walls for a clean finish.

When you walk into a room in your Elwood home and see peeling edges, faded patterns, or outdated wallpaper that no longer fits your style, removal becomes the first step toward a fresh start. Wallpaper that has been up for years often bonds tightly to drywall, and attempting to strip it yourself can lead to gouged surfaces, leftover adhesive, and hours of frustration. The Art Department Painting Company removes wallpaper using methods that protect your walls while clearing away every layer of paper and paste

The process begins with testing a small section to determine the type of wallpaper and adhesive used, which guides the tools and solutions applied. Steaming and scoring are used when needed to loosen stubborn backing, and scrapers are handled carefully to avoid damaging the drywall beneath. Once the wallpaper is off, any remaining adhesive is cleaned from the surface, and minor repairs such as filling small nicks or smoothing rough spots are completed so the wall is ready for primer or paint.When you walk into a room in your Elwood home and see peeling edges, faded patterns, or outdated wallpaper that no longer fits your style, removal becomes the first step toward a fresh start. Wallpaper that has been up for years often bonds tightly to drywall, and attempting to strip it yourself can lead to gouged surfaces, leftover adhesive, and hours of frustration. The Art Department Painting Company removes wallpaper using methods that protect your walls while clearing away every layer of paper and paste

If you are ready to move past outdated wallpaper in your Elwood home, reach out to discuss a free estimate for removal and surface prep.

Safe removal that leaves walls clean and smooth

Your wallpaper removal appointment in Elwood starts with protecting floors and trim using drop cloths and tape, then evaluating the wall surface to choose the right removal technique. Rooms with older plaster walls may require gentler handling than modern drywall, and multi-layer wallpaper is approached one section at a time to prevent tearing large sections unevenly. Tools such as perforation rollers, wallpaper steamers, and flexible scrapers are used based on what the wall and adhesive respond to best.



After removal, you will see walls that are free of paper, smooth to the touch, and ready for the next step. Any leftover residue is wiped clean using adhesive removers that do not leave a film, and small damaged areas are patched with joint compound and sanded flush. The result is a surface that accepts primer evenly and allows paint or new coverings to adhere properly without bubbling or lifting. Your wallpaper removal appointment in Elwood starts with protecting floors and trim using drop cloths and tape, then evaluating the wall surface to choose the right removal technique. Rooms with older plaster walls may require gentler handling than modern drywall, and multi-layer wallpaper is approached one section at a time to prevent tearing large sections unevenly. Tools such as perforation rollers, wallpaper steamers, and flexible scrapers are used based on what the wall and adhesive respond to best.

The work includes cleanup of all scraped material, so you are not left with piles of wet wallpaper or sticky debris. Surface protection remains in place until the final pass is made, and the room is returned to you clean and ready for the next phase of your project. If the walls need additional repair or skim coating, that can be addressed before moving to paint.