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Wallpaper Stripping and Removal in Delray Beach, FL

The short answer

We remove old wallpaper from Delray Beach homes and condos without gouging the walls beneath. After stripping, we wash off paste, fix damaged areas and prime so the walls are ready for paint or new wallpaper.

Many Delray Beach homes still carry wallpaper chosen by a previous owner: a busy kitchen print, a bathroom border of seashells, or a dining room paper that has started to lift at the seams. Taking it down well is harder than it looks. WallEdge Installation, about five miles north in Boynton Beach, removes wallpaper across Delray Beach and returns walls that are clean, smooth and ready to paint or repaper. This page explains our approach and what to expect in different types of homes.

Why DIY removal often goes wrong

Homeowners who start pulling wallpaper on their own frequently run into the same problems. The top layer tears into small pieces, the backing refuses to let go, and aggressive scraping digs into the drywall. By the end, the wall looks worse than before and needs significant repair. Knowing what type of paper is on the wall, and what is underneath it, prevents most of that frustration.

  • Over-soaking softens drywall and lifts its paper face
  • Metal scrapers held at a steep angle leave gouges
  • Scoring tools pressed too hard cut into the wall
  • Skipping the paste wash causes new paint to crack and peel

Our removal method

We start by covering floors and furniture and turning off power to outlets in the work area. Then we test the paper. Strippable types come off dry in sheets. Peelable vinyls separate into a face layer and a backing; we peel off the face and then soften the backing with warm water and a removal solution. Older papers, painted-over papers and multiple layers need light perforation so the solution can reach the paste.

We work in sections, letting the solution soak in before lifting the softened material with wide, blunt scrapers held low against the wall. When the paper is off, we wash the walls thoroughly to remove remaining adhesive, rinse and let them dry.

What we find in Delray homes

Delray's mix of housing means we see a bit of everything. In beachside condos, wallpaper is sometimes applied directly over concrete or over drywall that was never sealed. Older cottages and ranch homes may have plaster walls with paper from several eras layered on top. Newer houses often have a single layer of builder-grade vinyl in bathrooms or laundry rooms.

Humidity plays a role too. Hot, wet summers from May through October and salt air nearer the ocean can lead to mildew behind wallpaper, especially on exterior walls and in bathrooms with weak ventilation. When we find light mildew, we clean and treat it. When we find signs of an active leak or soft, damaged material, we point it out so it can be fixed before new finishes go on.

Repairing the wall afterward

Even careful removal can reveal damage that was already there. We patch holes and dents, skim areas where the drywall surface is rough, and seal any exposed brown drywall paper with a primer designed to prevent bubbling. Once sanded and primed, the wall is ready for paint or new wallpaper.

If you plan to repaper, we can handle both stages in the same project. Doing removal and installation together reduces disruption and makes sure the prep matches what the new paper needs.

Condo logistics

Removal creates wet debris and bags of old paper, so in condo buildings we plan disposal and elevator use with management ahead of time. We keep work contained within your unit, protect common hallways when carrying materials, and respect quiet hours.

It helps to send us the building's contractor requirements before the visit, such as permitted work times, where trucks can park and whether a work notice or move-in form must be filed with the office. With that in hand, we can schedule the job for a day that suits both you and the association, and avoid delays at the front desk on the morning of the work.

Service area

We remove wallpaper throughout Delray Beach, including 33444, 33445 and 33483, as well as Gulf Stream, Briny Breezes, Ocean Ridge, Hypoluxo and Manalapan.

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What to expect

How a visit goes

  1. Prep before paper

    Holes, texture, old adhesive and stains are dealt with first, then the wall gets a primer suited to the product.

  2. Layout you can see

    We show you where the pattern will be centered and where partial strips will fall before anything is pasted.

  3. Straight answers

    If a wall has a moisture problem or a paper is wrong for the room, we tell you plainly and suggest another route.

FAQ

Common questions

Don’t see your question? Call (561) 834-7669 and we’ll talk it through.

How do you remove wallpaper without damaging drywall?

We test the paper type first, use only as much moisture as needed, and lift softened material with blunt scrapers held low against the wall.

Can you remove wallpaper that has been painted over?

Yes. Painted paper needs light perforation so the removal solution can reach the paste. It takes longer but comes off with patience.

Do you remove wallpaper in condos?

Yes. We coordinate debris removal and elevator use with building management and keep work contained to your unit.

What do you do about mildew behind wallpaper?

We clean and treat light mildew. If we find an active leak or damaged wall material, we show you so it can be repaired first.

Will the walls be ready to paint right away?

After washing, repair and priming, yes. We let the walls dry fully with the AC running before priming.

Can you hang new wallpaper after removal?

Yes. Many clients book removal and installation together so the walls are prepped exactly for the new paper.

Planning a wallpaper project?

Tell us about the room, the paper you have in mind and the condition of the walls. We will set up a visit to measure and walk you through the scope.

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