Wallpaper removal and repainting: cost in 2026
What does it cost to remove wallpaper and repaint the wall in Sweden 2026? Prices per m², what's included and tips to avoid damage.
Removing old wallpaper and repainting is a common step when renovating a 70s or 80s apartment. Price varies mostly with how many layers there are and how firmly stuck they are.
Price per m² in 2026
| Step | Price per m² |
|---|---|
| Wallpaper removal only | 80–150 SEK |
| Removal + filling | 150–250 SEK |
| Complete: removal + filling + 2 coats | 240–360 SEK |
What affects the price?
- Number of wallpaper layers, 3 layers can double the work time.
- Substrate material, plasterboard is easier than plaster or clay.
- Wall damage, flakes, holes and nail heads need filling.
- Size, larger rooms cost less per m² thanks to setup time.
Step by step, how it's done
Professional wallpaper removal uses a steamer for stubborn wallpaper and a wide scraper to avoid damaging the wall. After removal the wall is washed and all glue residue removed.
Then all unevenness is filled, the wall sanded, dust-wiped and primed. Only then can top coating begin. Budget 2–3 days for a normal-sized room.
DIY or hire a pro?
DIY works for simpler, newer wallpaper in good condition, budget a weekend and 500–1,500 SEK in materials (steamer, filler, paint).
For multiple layers, old paper wallpaper or larger areas, a professional pays off, the risk of plaster damage is too high to take on yourself.
Related reading
- Painter prices in Sweden 2026, national price guide.
- Exterior house painting cost (villa), panel paint, labour and scaffolding.
- Kitchen cabinet painting cost.
- ROT deduction for painting, how to claim.
- How to hire a painter, checklist.
- Book a verified painter on HemmaPro.
Frequently asked questions
- What does wallpaper removal cost per m²?
- 80–150 SEK/m² for removal only, 240–360 SEK/m² for the full package with filling and 2 coats.
- Does ROT apply?
- Yes, 30% off the labour cost for both removal and painting.
- How long does it take?
- 2–3 days for a normal-sized room including drying time between coats.
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