Professional Wallpaper Removal in Seattle
Safe, drywall-protecting removal with full surface prep for painting or new installation
Remove Old Wallpaper Without Damaging Your Walls
Removing old wallpaper is one of the most mishandled DIY projects — and one of the most common calls we receive to fix damaged drywall. Skye Wallpaper Installers uses professional-grade steamers, scoring tools, and removal solutions that soften adhesive without soaking through the drywall paper face.
After removal, we assess the wall condition, repair any gouges or torn drywall, and apply the correct primer to prepare the surface for painting or new wallpaper installation.
- Safe removal of all wallpaper types including multiple layers
- Drywall and plaster protection throughout removal
- Post-removal wall repair and skim coating
- Surface primed and ready for paint or new wallpaper
Protecting Your Drywall During Removal
The most common mistake in DIY wallpaper removal is soaking the drywall. Once the paper face of drywall gets wet and tears, it creates a rough, impossible-to-paint surface. We prevent this by scoring carefully, working in sections, and using targeted steam application.
After removal, every room gets a full wall assessment. Torn paper face is stabilized with drywall primer, and we skim coat any uneven areas before final priming. The result is a wall as smooth and ready as new construction.
Schedule Removal ServiceOur Wallpaper Removal Process
- Room preparation — furniture moved, floors covered, outlets taped
- Perforation — walls are scored to allow moisture penetration without damaging drywall
- Solution application — environmentally safe removal solution or steam applied to loosen adhesive
- Careful stripping — wallpaper removed in sections, checking drywall integrity at each step
- Adhesive residue removal — all glue residue cleaned from wall surfaces
- Wall assessment — every square foot inspected for torn paper face, gouges, or damage
- Repair and priming — repairs made, stabilizing primer applied, room left clean and ready