Chicago's historic homes — from Victorian-era mansions to early 20th-century bungalows — possess a character and craftsmanship that modern construction rarely matches. At Southside Wallpaper Hanger, we understand the unique challenges and responsibilities that come with working in these treasured properties. Our historic home wallpaper service combines traditional techniques with modern materials to honor the past while ensuring lasting beauty.
Plaster walls, common in homes built before 1950, require specialized preparation that many installers overlook. Our team expertly assesses plaster condition, repairs cracks and loose areas, applies appropriate primers, and ensures the wall surface is perfectly smooth before installation. In neighborhoods like South Austin, where many homes date to the early 1900s, this preparation is the difference between wallpaper that lasts decades and wallpaper that peels within months.
Plaster walls are the hallmark of Chicago's historic homes, and they require a fundamentally different approach than modern drywall. Our team begins every historic project with a comprehensive plaster assessment, identifying areas of weakness, moisture intrusion, and surface irregularities that could affect the wallpaper installation.
We use specialized skim coating techniques to create a perfectly smooth surface, apply breathable primers that allow moisture to escape without compromising adhesion, and select adhesives specifically formulated for plaster substrates. This meticulous preparation ensures your wallpaper installation is not only beautiful but structurally sound for years to come.