Parallel Painting

Wallpaper Installation & Wall Prep

Wall prep, glue removal, patching, skim coat, primer or sealer as needed, pattern matching, clean seams, and careful wallcovering installation.

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Finished wallpaper installation with patterned wallcovering
Finished patterned wallcovering installation.

High-end wallcovering install

Wall prep, clean seams, and careful material handling.

  • CSLB #1015608
  • Tyler on every job
  • Wall prep before install
  • Glue removal, patching, skim coat, primer/sealer as needed
  • Pattern matching and clean seam work

Wallpaper Done Right

Wallpaper is making a serious comeback — and for good reason. A single accent wall with the right pattern can completely transform a room in ways that paint alone cannot. But wallpaper is unforgiving. Bubbles, misaligned seams, peeling edges, and pattern mismatches are all signs of poor installation. That is why hiring a professional matters.

At Parallel Painting, Tyler handles wallpaper installation and removal with the same precision and prep discipline we bring to every painting project. Walls are smoothed, primed, and ready before any paper goes up. Patterns are aligned meticulously. Seams are invisible. And when old wallpaper needs to come down, we remove it cleanly without damaging the drywall underneath.

Wallpaper Installation

We install all types of wallpaper — from traditional paste-the-wall papers to modern peel-and-stick options. Here is what we work with:

Traditional Wallpaper

Paste-the-back or paste-the-wall papers that deliver the most durable, long-lasting results. Available in vinyl, non-woven, and paper substrates. Best for high-traffic areas, bathrooms, and full-room applications where longevity matters.

Grasscloth & Natural Textures

Grasscloth, jute, sisal, and linen wallpapers add rich texture and organic warmth to a room. These materials require careful handling — seams show by design, and adhesive must be kept off the face of the material. We have the experience to install them cleanly.

Peel-and-Stick

Popular for accent walls and rental-friendly installations. While marketed as DIY-friendly, professional installation eliminates the common problems: air bubbles, uneven alignment, and edges that peel after a few weeks. We prep the wall surface properly so the adhesive actually holds.

Mural Wallpapers

Large-scale mural wallpapers — landscapes, abstract art, botanical prints — create dramatic focal points. These multi-panel installations require precise alignment across panels to create a seamless image. One panel off by even a millimeter and the illusion breaks.

Wallpaper Removal

Removing old wallpaper is one of the most dreaded home improvement tasks — and for good reason. Done wrong, you end up with torn drywall, gouges, and a wall that needs significant repair before it can be painted or re-papered. We handle removal methodically:

  • Score the surface to allow removal solution to penetrate behind the paper
  • Apply professional-grade wallpaper remover that dissolves adhesive without damaging drywall
  • Careful scraping that removes paper and adhesive residue without gouging the wall surface
  • Wall smoothing and skim coating where needed to repair any damage from the original installation
  • Priming the wall so it is ready for fresh paint or new wallpaper

Why Wall Prep Matters

The biggest difference between a professional wallpaper job and a DIY disaster is wall preparation. Wallpaper shows every imperfection — bumps, divots, nail holes, texture inconsistencies. They all telegraph through the paper and ruin the finished look.

Before any wallpaper goes up, we:

  • Fill all nail holes, dents, and drywall imperfections
  • Sand the surface smooth — no texture bumps or rough patches
  • Apply wallpaper-specific primer that creates the ideal bonding surface
  • Ensure walls are completely dry and clean before installation begins
  • Check walls for level and plumb — out-of-square walls require pattern adjustments

Our Specialty: Italian 2K Cabinet Refinishing

Beyond wallpaper installation, we specialize in cabinet refinishing using Italian 2K polyurethane — a commercial-grade coating that outlasts any standard cabinet paint. Cabinets are finished in our sealed negative-pressure containment, keeping overspray out of your living space. Every project includes a 5-year written warranty and Tyler on site for every job.

Southern California homeowners often combine a wallpaper installation project with a cabinet refresh. ask about our cabinet refinishing.

Ready for a Wallpaper Transformation?

Get your estimate today. Call or text Tyler directly — owner on every job.

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