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BELOW FACTS ABOUT WALLPAPER AND PAINTING
DO YOU HAVE OLD WALLPAPER?
In your home and are having paint applied instead, you will first need to remove the orginal wallpaper.
TYPICAL COSTS:
Removing wallpaper is a very case-by case job. Some contractors charge by the square foot, prices will range from $2-$20/ square foot, others by the roll, some per hour and some by room or the entire home. Depending on how difficult the job. Per roll, expect to pay $10-$12.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Most contractors follow a basic procedure when removing wallpaper. First, they lay down drop clothes to protect floors, carpet and furniture. Next they mix a stripping solution with hot water. then its applied by roller or sponge. Then, they start peeling , or else apply another coat and then peel again. This is repeated until all of the wallpaper has been removed. The cost of an estimate should include all labor and the removal of the old wallpaper, although make sure what is specified in the contract before the work begins.
Removing wallpaper can vary greatly from job to job,as wallpaper can be notoriously difficult to remove.Homeowners will absorb the cost for very tough jobs. Expect to pay more for stairwell,high walls and other difficult areas. If damage to the wall occurs the area will have to be mudded and sanded, resulting in greater labor costs. For those brave enough to try and tackle wallpaper removal.
Discounts "may" be available if large amounts of wallpaper need to be removed, or if you are using the same contractor to apply new wallpaper or paint afterwards. Removing wallpaper can be messy, and a hugh pain. Don't fret if you mark up the wall with cuts and dings. You can always sand it, plaster it, re-paint, or put up new wallpaper. YOUR JOB WILL TAKE SIX TIMES AS LONG AS YOU ANTICIPATE, AS IT'S VERY EXPENSIVE TIME WISE. NEVER PAINT OVER PLASTIC MOLDINGS. NEVER PAINT OVER WALLPAPER AND NEVER WALLPAPER OVER WALLPAPER. Mask off receptacles and switches. Turn off the right breakers. You're working with copious amounts of water here. Fizzing sounds are very bad.
SHOPPING FOR REMOVING WALLPAPER When choosing a contractor for removing wallpaper, many will want to take a sample ( 2 feet x 2 feet or so) in order to gauge how difficult the job will be. Some contracts may specify that work will stop and the price re-negotiated if it proves especially difficult. Homeowners should account for the opposite ( the job being easier than expected ) if not they may end up paying more. How many layers of wallpaper are on the walls.
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HOW MUCH DOES PAINTING A HOUSE COST? House Painting Prices
Get Free Painting Quotes If you've owned your home for more than five years, chances are you've considered repainting it. In areas with harsh weather, a home may need to be repainted every 4-5 years. Even in places with mild weather, at some point, your exterior paint will begin to fade and peel and it will be time to seek the services of a professional painter.
TYPICAL COSTS: An estimate for a 3500 square foot home is $4500-$7500. The price will depend on the contractor and the quality of paint and other supplies used. For a rough estimate of how much house painting will cost. Paint will cost from $20-$50 per gallon. There are considerable differences between bargain and top-quality paint, and it's not advised to skimp on the cost of paint just to save a few bucks. A good estimate for paint is one gallon will cover 400 square feet of wall. If the wall is prepainted, if not painted it will not go as far. Labor will be the biggest expense of painting a home (up to 85%). You will be billed approximately $20-$50/hour depending on the quality of the contractor. Make sure you get several estimates for your home painting project.
WHAT'S INCLUDED: An exterior house painting job will include the cost of materials and labor. Materials will include all paint and/ or primer and prep work will consist of cleaning off mold and mildew, scraping, sanding, applying primer and a finish coat of paint.
Acrylic, water-based paints and enamel, commonly called SUPER PAINT are the best bet for an exterior job because they are easiest to apply and stand up well against moisture. Oil paints are more difficult to work with and require special solvents for clean-up. However, depending on what type of wood your home is made of, oil may provide the best protection.
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