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Project Overview: Evanston Elegance

Wallpaper installation in Chicago and Suburbs

Our latest project took us just north of Chicago’s city limits to a beautiful home in Evanston, where the homeowner wanted to add texture, pattern, and personality to their main living area. Windy City Painters—your trusted painting company Chicago relies on—handled every step of the process:

  1. Surface Evaluation & Drywall Repair Chicago-Style
    • Identified and filled hairline cracks, dents, and uneven spots.
    • Sanded and primed for an ultra-smooth finish.
  2. Precision Wallpaper Hanging Service Chicago-Wide
    • Accurately measured ceiling heights and drop lengths.
    • Matched complex patterns for seamless repeats.
    • Trimmed carefully around outlets, windows, and moldings.
  3. Clean, Efficient Execution
    • Protected flooring and furnishings.
    • Adhered to our on-time, on-budget promise.
    • Completed a final walkthrough to ensure perfection.

10 Common Wallpaper Installation Pitfalls

Attempting a DIY job without professional experience can lead to costly mistakes. Here are the top issues an inexperienced installer might face:

  1. Overlooking Moisture Damage: Wallpaper won’t adhere to damp or moldy walls.
  2. Skipping Proper Drywall Repair: Bumps and depressions show through the paper.
  3. Misjudging Paper Quantity: Running short mid-project or wasting excess rolls.
  4. Incorrect Paste Consistency: Too watery leads to drips; too thick prevents adhesion.
  5. Poor Pattern Alignment: Mismatched seams break the visual flow.
  6. Inadequate Wall Priming: Unsealed drywall absorbs paste inconsistently.
  7. Rushing Seam Rolling: Over- or under-rolling leaves ridges or gaps.
  8. Ignoring Manufacturer’s Dry-Time: Peeling tape too early causes lifting.
  9. Neglecting Trim & Corners: Results in ragged edges and visible flaws.
  10. No Final Quality Check: Small flaws become big headaches if missed.

By choosing Windy City Painters as your Chicago wallpaper installer, you avoid these headaches and get a flawless result every time.


We Serve Chicago’s Top 10 Wealthiest Neighborhoods

Windy City Painters brings premium wallpaper and painting services across the city, including:

  1. Gold Coast
  2. Lincoln Park
  3. Streeterville
  4. River North
  5. West Loop
  6. Old Town
  7. Bucktown
  8. Lakeview
  9. Lincoln Square
  10. West Town

Wherever you live—from a Gold Coast high-rise to a Bucktown bungalow—our team of expert Chicago painters ensures your walls look magazine-ready.


Why Windy City Painters?

  • Comprehensive Drywall Repair Chicago: Every surface is prepared to perfection.
  • Expert Wallpaper Hanging Service Chicago-Wide: Precision and artistry in every strip.
  • Full-Service Painting Company Chicago: Interior, exterior, accent walls, and specialty finishes.
  • Premium Materials & Methods: We use top-grade primers, adhesives, and papers for lasting quality.
  • Customer-First Approach: Clear quotes, flexible scheduling, and respect for your home.

Ready to Transform Your Home?

Whether you need minor drywall repairs, a fresh coat of paint, or a statement-making wallpaper installation, Windy City Painters is your go-to Chicago painter and Chicago wallpaper installer.

📞 Call us today: (312) 555-0198
✉️ Email us: info@windycitypainters.com
🌐 Visit: www.windycitypainters.com

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2101 W Rice St, Chicago IL 60622
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