Removing old wallpaper is not just peeling it off. Incorrect removal can damage drywall, leave adhesive residue, create bubbling under new finishes, and lead to additional repair costs.
For this stage, many homeowners rely on wallpaper installation in the Denver metro area to ensure proper removal and surface preparation, especially where wall condition directly affects the final result.
Enjoy The Wall provides safe removal and preparation for new wallcoverings, protecting surfaces and ensuring clean, long-lasting finishes.
When wallpaper is stripped incorrectly, it can cause:
❌ Torn drywall facing
❌ Loose paper layers under paint or wallpaper
❌ Adhesive bleeding through new materials
❌ Mold growth from trapped moisture
❌ Peeling seams after a new installation
📌 Every layer left behind affects the next finish.
Professional removal protects the integrity of your wall and prevents costly repairs later.
Adhesive analysis & safe stripping method selection
Controlled removal of seams, panels & backing layer
Residue cleaning without damaging drywall
Patching and leveling damaged areas (if needed)
Full smoothing for paint or wallpaper application
Primer applied to support new materials
🎯 Result: a clean, smooth, and primed surface ready for premium wallpaper or paint.
Proper preparation is the foundation of a long-lasting finish. We use:
✔ Commercial-grade primers (Roman Pro, Zinsser, Shieldz)
✔ Smoothing compounds safe for wallcoverings
✔ Humidity and bonding control during curing
✔ Laser tools for alignment on textured walls
📌 We ensure the wall is ready for any material — vinyl, grasscloth, murals, fabric-backed, or peel & stick.
If the wall will be painted or plastered after removal, we provide:
📌 Full skim coating
📌 Sanding & texturing match
📌 Stain-blocking primers
📌 Surface moisture control
💡 This helps prevent flashing, patch visibility, and paint failure.
✔ Existing wallpaper has bubbles or lifting seams
✔ The wall feels uneven after paint or patching
✔ You see water damage or mildew spots
✔ The drywall peels when you try DIY removal
✔ Strong adhesive from 90s/2000s vinyl remains
📌 Installing new wallpaper over damaged walls voids material warranties and results in failure.
Enjoy The Wall installs and advises on wallpaper throughout the state, with a focus on the Denver metro area:
Denver
Aurora
Lakewood
Centennial
Castle Rock
Boulder
Colorado Springs
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Yes. Partial removal is possible and we evaluate each wall individually before starting. In some cases, partial removal is sufficient — for example, when only one wall has lifting seams or damage. However, if the adhesive residue or wall condition varies significantly across surfaces, we may recommend full removal to ensure a consistent substrate for the new finish. We assess the surface condition during consultation and advise on the most cost-effective approach.
Yes. We provide wall preparation as a standalone service for homeowners who plan to paint, apply decorative plaster, or hire a separate contractor for installation. Proper prep includes adhesive removal, drywall repair, skim coating, and primer application. A correctly prepared wall is essential regardless of the finish being applied — paint applied over adhesive residue or damaged drywall will flash, peel, or show patch marks within months.
In most cases we do not recommend it. Installing new wallpaper over existing wallpaper adds weight to the wall, traps moisture between layers, and makes future removal significantly more difficult and damaging. Old seams can telegraph through the new material and adhesive from the existing layer can cause bonding failures. There are limited situations where double-hanging is acceptable — primarily with older plaster walls in good condition — but we evaluate each case individually and advise based on wall type, existing material, and the new wallcovering being installed.
Yes. Drywall repair is part of our preparation process. We patch torn paper facing, fill gouges and holes, skim coat uneven areas, and sand surfaces to achieve a smooth, uniform substrate. For walls with significant damage from improper DIY removal, we assess the extent of repair needed before providing an estimate. In cases where drywall damage is severe, we may recommend replacing sections rather than patching, to ensure the wall surface is stable and suitable for the new finish.
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Enjoy The Wall LLC — Professional Wallpaper Installers in the Denver Metro Area
