Wallpaper Hanger

CertaPro Painters of Annapolis, MD; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

A professional painting company in Annapolis, MD, seeks an experienced Wallpaper Installer to manage removal, preparation, and installation for clients. Ideal candidates will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, have all necessary tools, and maintain active liability insurance. Responsibilities include ensuring quality finishes and maintaining a clean work site.

Qualifications

• Proven, verifiable experience as a professional wallpaper installer/paperhanger.
• Ability to provide at least three professional references.
• Must have General Liability and Workers' Compensation insurance.

Responsibilities

• Remove existing wallpaper while minimizing damage.
• Ensure optimal surface preparation for adhesion.
• Accurately measure and install various wallcoverings.
• Maintain a clean work environment and conduct final inspections.

Skills

Proven wallpaper installation experience

Attention to detail

Ability to manage equipment

Tools

Steamers/tools for wallpaper removal

Cutting and smoothing tools

Ladders and scaffolding

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and professional Wallpaper Installer (or Paperhanger) to manage all aspects of wallpaper removal, preparation, and installation for residential and commercial clients. The ideal candidate is an independent contractor who demonstrates meticulous attention to detail, possesses all necessary tools and equipment, and maintains active, comprehensive insurance coverage.

Key Responsibilities

Removal and Preparation

Thoroughly and safely remove existing wallpaper, ensuring minimal damage to underlying surfaces. Properly prepare surfaces (e.g., cleaning, patching, sanding, sizing/priming) to ensure optimal adhesion and a flawless finished product.

Installation

Accurately measure, cut, and match patterns for all types of wallcoverings, including standard papers, vinyls, grasscloth, silk, digital murals, and specialty materials. Apply wallcoverings professionally, ensuring smooth, precise seams, proper alignment, and clean finishes around obstacles, corners, and trim.

Quality and Cleanup

Maintain a clean and organized work environment throughout the project. Complete a final inspection to ensure the highest quality standards are met before client handover.

Required Qualifications & Equipment

Experience: Proven, verifiable experience as a professional wallpaper installer/paperhanger.

Tools & Equipment

• Steamers/tools for efficient wallpaper removal.


• Sizing/priming materials, paste, and adhesives.


• Cutting, smoothing, and measuring tools (e.g., straightedges, shears, plumb lines, seam rollers, smoothing brushes).


• Ladders, scaffolding, and drop cloths for safety and protection.

References: Must provide a minimum of three (3) professional references from previous clients or contractors that can attest to the quality of work.

Essential Contractor Requirements

• Proof of active coverage (General Liability Insurance). Must carry and maintain active General Liability insurance to cover potential property damage.


• Workers' Compensation Insurance. Must carry and maintain active Workers' Compensation insurance, or provide legally compliant documentation of exemption if applicable, in accordance with state laws.

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