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Lauderdale Lakes Wall Prep, Wallpaper Removal and New Installs

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We serve Lauderdale Lakes, about 4 miles west of Fort Lauderdale, with wallpaper installation, removal and wall repair. Older walls here often need stripping, patching and skim coating first, and we lay out a clear day-by-day plan before the work starts.

Lauderdale Lakes is a Broward County city about 4 miles west of our Fort Lauderdale base, a quick drive inland from the coast. Away from the beach, salt air is less of a concern, but the walls in this area have their own story. Many homes and condos here were built decades ago, and their interiors show it: layers of texture, nail holes from years of pictures and shelves, hairline cracks in plaster over concrete block, and wallpaper from earlier owners that has been painted, patched or partially peeled. For Lauderdale Lakes, the real craft is getting a wall ready. Below is a day-by-day look at how a typical project here comes together.

Day one: assessment and removal

The first working day usually starts with protecting the room: furniture moved or covered, floors lined, outlet covers and switch plates taken off and bagged. Then we find out what the walls are hiding. A small test patch shows us whether existing paper will strip dry, needs steam, or has been painted over and must be scored and soaked.

As old paper comes down, we look closely at the surface underneath. Drywall that was never primed may tear. Plaster may have soft areas or cracks that run along the edges of block. We take photos and walk you through anything that changes the plan.

Day two: repair and smoothing

Repair work is where a Lauderdale Lakes project often spends most of its time. Paper is thin, and every bump or dip beneath it shows once light hits the wall from the side. Our goal is a flat, sealed surface that adhesive can grip evenly.

  • Cut out and replace badly damaged drywall sections
  • Fill cracks in plaster and tape where movement is likely
  • Skim coat orange-peel or knockdown texture to a smooth finish
  • Sand, vacuum and wipe so no dust is left behind
  • Apply a primer formulated for wallcoverings, mold-resistant in baths and kitchens

Day three: hanging the new covering

With dry, primed walls, installation goes smoothly. We set a plumb line from the most visible corner, book the paper if the type calls for it, and match the pattern across every seam. Around windows and doors we cut carefully so the design flows without awkward breaks. Accent walls are often finished in a single morning; full rooms, ceilings and large murals take longer.

Not every project needs three days. A small powder room on good drywall might be done in one. A living room with several layers of old paper could stretch further. We give you a realistic timeline after the first look.

Picking materials for inland homes

Humidity is still a constant here, and air conditioning carries much of the load in keeping it under control. In rooms with steady AC, you have wide freedom: printed papers, grasscloth, metallics or murals. Bathrooms, laundry areas and kitchens do better with washable vinyl wallcovering.

Peel and stick is a fair choice for renters, but older textured walls usually need smoothing first or it will not stay attached. Small businesses and offices in the city can also use us for commercial vinyl in lobbies, hallways and break rooms.

Weather and scheduling

From May through October the area is hot and wet with frequent afternoon thunderstorms, while November into April is warmer and drier. Interior work goes on year-round, but if a roof leak or window seal lets water in during the rainy months, we will want that fixed and the wall fully dry before we cover it.

Hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30. We reschedule when a storm is coming, and afterward we can strip and rebuild walls that took on water. Our crew is also regularly in Lauderhill, Oakland Park, North Lauderdale, Sunrise and Wilton Manors.

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What to expect

How a visit goes

  1. Honest wall assessment

    If a surface needs stripping, skim coating or time to dry, we tell you before work begins, not halfway through.

  2. Careful layout

    We measure, plan the repeat and decide where the pattern starts so motifs line up across corners, doors and windows.

  3. A clean finish

    Seams are tight, edges are trimmed cleanly at trim and ceilings, and the room is left tidy with care tips for your new walls.

FAQ

Common questions

Can you hang new wallpaper over old wallpaper?

We do not recommend it. The old layer can loosen under the weight and moisture of new paste, causing bubbles and seams that open. We remove it first.

My walls have heavy texture. Can they still be papered?

Yes, after skim coating. We smooth the texture, let it dry, sand and prime so the new covering lies flat.

How long will my Lauderdale Lakes project take?

It depends on removal and repair. A small room on sound walls may take a day; rooms with layered paper and textured plaster take longer.

Do you work in condos as well as houses?

Yes. We work in both and coordinate with associations on work hours when needed.

What if water got into my wall after a storm?

We remove the affected covering, let the wall dry fully, address any damaged drywall or plaster and then reinstall.

Ready to plan your wallpaper project?

Tell us about the room, the paper you have in mind and the condition of the walls. We will follow up to look at the space and map out the work.

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