Believe it or not, painting over wallpaper is not only possible, it is almost always preferable to removing, says Michael Nungesser, owner and general manager of several Five Star Painting ...

When it comes to what to do, there’s the question of can you paint over wallpaper (yes) and the question of whether you should. The answer to the latter is dependent on other factors at play.

Painting over wallpaper can bring out the best in your room. But since it will highlight every flaw in your wall, proper preparation is critical for achieving an end result you're happy with.

Painting over wallpaper tends to be taboo in the design industry, with most professionals advising against it. But with the right tools and techniques, you can give your room a stylish ...

If you came here to say, "Um, absolutely not — wallpaper should not be painted over," I hear you. Should you really paint over wallpaper? Probably not. But here's the thing — we all do ...

While painting over wallpaper isn’t the best option, sometimes it’s the only option. Forget what you’ve heard: It’s possible to paint over unwanted wallpaper — and not just the paintable ...

Painting directly over wallpaper is never ideal. But for short-term renters, those in a time crunch, or anyone worried about damaging the walls behind the paper, it is possible, says Pleasants.

moments, and when it comes to decorating, those mistakes often take the form of tacky wallpaper borders. While wallpaper ... TOOLS AND MATERIALS - Drop cloth - Paint scraper/putty knife - Scoring ...

Q. We live in a house built in the 1970s. Several rooms have wood paneling that I would like to paint or wallpaper over. Would the grooves need to be spackled first? Or do I need to tear off the ...