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Why Wallpaper is art that can not be mass-produced & why buy from us?
Wallpaper is art not mass-production. Many details go into crafting quality wallcovering such as dye batch color consistency, weave, weight of paper, backing and much more...
Quality wallcovering look amazing even without any prints. They look noble for their craftmanship. The human eye is trained to detect such details and compiles them into beautiful pieces of art.
We carry six brands. Each with its distinct design philosophy and way of life. You can be bold, you can be sober or you can be eclectic or just let yourself be wild.
Our wallpapers are not available for purchase by the public. They are available 'to-the-trade' only. Our Wallpaper designers require a white-glove service from purchasing to installation to accomplish the high brand standards. These wallpapers are not mass-produced and are limited small batch editions so that you can be unique.
How to buy:
1- Take note of the wallpaper models that you like (W1234/12).
2- Call/message us to calculate wallpaper quantity and get a quote.
3- Your wallpaper arrives with in 5-7 business days.
WE HAVE IDENTIFIED OUR CLIENTS' MAIN CONCERNS: OUR SOLUTIONS
PEACE OF MIND
WORKMANSHIP QUALITY
COMPANY REPUTATION
My wallpaper is very expensive. and what if it gets damaged during install?
We offer wallpaper insurance in case your wallpaper gets damaged during installation.
COMPANY REPUTATION
WORKMANSHIP QUALITY
COMPANY REPUTATION
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WORKMANSHIP QUALITY
WORKMANSHIP QUALITY
WORKMANSHIP QUALITY
What if I am not satisfied with the quality of the workmanship or the wallpaper install does not last?
We offer 3-year warranty with all installs.
OUR PRICES
LAST MINUTE SCHEDULING
WORKMANSHIP QUALITY
Our prices are inline with other area wallpaper hangers.
In fact, our prices offer higher price quality value than other installers because, in addition to our 30+ experience, we offer wallpaper insurance and 3-year warranty.
LAST MINUTE SCHEDULING
LAST MINUTE SCHEDULING
LAST MINUTE SCHEDULING
Many of our customers call us with rush jobs or want next day service.
If you have a rush job to complete or you would like to showcase your good taste before your dinner party or family gathering, please let us know and most times, we are able to accommodate such requests.
SAFETY & SECURITY
LAST MINUTE SCHEDULING
LAST MINUTE SCHEDULING
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ABOUT US
HOW IT ALL STARTED
Shotcount was founded in early 1900's by our great grand father. We are the oldest wallpaper company in the DC area. We would like to share our love for wallpaper with you and have you as client for all your wallpaper installation projects. Wallpaper is our passion and installing it is what we do BEST!
WHY US
STYLE FEARLESSLY
PRECISION IS NOT OUR MISSION. IT IS OUR METHOD
PRECISION IS NOT OUR MISSION. IT IS OUR METHOD
"The wallpaper stood for a great life. Epic, memorable and a reminder of why we ultimately do what we do..."
This is when it all started back in 1917 when we brought the centuries' old tradition of wallcovering in Europe and adapted it to suit modern design trends. Specifically tailored to your style.
PRECISION IS NOT OUR MISSION. IT IS OUR METHOD
PRECISION IS NOT OUR MISSION. IT IS OUR METHOD
PRECISION IS NOT OUR MISSION. IT IS OUR METHOD
As seen here: Wallpaper seams aligned with a laser beam for 100% seam alignent precision.
Hanging wallcovering is not just about gluing it to the wall!
Hanging Wallcovering is a very precise art with strict rules.
We don't take shortcuts. Every single detail counts for an immaculate durable installation (We offer 3 year warranty).
At Shot
As seen here: Wallpaper seams aligned with a laser beam for 100% seam alignent precision.
Hanging wallcovering is not just about gluing it to the wall!
Hanging Wallcovering is a very precise art with strict rules.
We don't take shortcuts. Every single detail counts for an immaculate durable installation (We offer 3 year warranty).
At Shotcount we strictly adhere to our traditional method that has proven itself for decades. more
We maintain quality with our traditional apprenticeship hiring. Every new hire spends 2-3 years as a helper/trainee with a master installer who then decides when the apprentice is ready.
PEACE OF MIND
PRECISION IS NOT OUR MISSION. IT IS OUR METHOD
PEACE OF MIND
With every install, we offer:
- 3-Year Warranty.
- Wallpaper Insurance. In case wallpaper is damaged during the install.
Because Wallpaper is very tedious work with extreme attention to detail, we never cut corners. And we will make sure your expensive wallpaper is installed with the out most care and with the best adhesives and primers.
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With every install, we offer:
- 3-Year Warranty.
- Wallpaper Insurance. In case wallpaper is damaged during the install.
Because Wallpaper is very tedious work with extreme attention to detail, we never cut corners. And we will make sure your expensive wallpaper is installed with the out most care and with the best adhesives and primers.
You have our promise of 100% satisfaction guarantee and wallpaper damage insurance with every install.
OUR CORE PRINCIPLES
EXPERIENCED EMPLOYEES
RESPECT FOR TRADE TRADITIONS
EXPERIENCED EMPLOYEES
APPRENTICESHIP PROOGRAM
If you asked what is the single most important factor about a successful wallpaper installation. I would answer with certainty: Experienced Installers.
This is because of wallpaper hanging is art. It is very different from other construction trades. wallpaper hanging takes patience, precision, stamina and relentless pursuit of perfection. A fraction of a millimeter could make a huge difference.
This is why, we consider our employees our greatest assets. We would not be confortable sending an installers to hang wallpaper until we are 100% confident that the installer has undergone and successfully passed all our training stages.
Every new hire spends 2 years as a helper/trainee with a master installer. After 2 years, there is a 1-year during which trainees start installing wallpaper but under the strict supervision of a master installer, who then decides when the apprentice is ready to take on projects on their own and became masters in their own rights.
This is how we have been passing our knowledge to the next generations.
ECO-FRIENDLY MATERIALS
RESPECT FOR TRADE TRADITIONS
EXPERIENCED EMPLOYEES
At Shotcount, we respect the environment and we have a mission to chose the most eco-friendly materials and methods.
We use industry state of the art wallpaper eco-friendly adhesives and primers. For most of our adhesive and primers needs we use ROMAN Brand line of green products. This line of products is not only good for the environment, it is also safe around the house because it does not contain any harmful or toxic chemicals.
RESPECT FOR TRADE TRADITIONS
RESPECT FOR TRADE TRADITIONS
RESPECT FOR TRADE TRADITIONS
Tradition in the works:
Step By Step to Immaculate Results:
Hanging wallcovering is not just about gluing it to the wall!
Unlike many wallcovering installers, at Shotcount we employ a highly structured wallcovering install process. We strictly adhere to our traditional method that has proven itself for decades and yields picture perfect results every time.
Often times wall prep takes longer than the hanging of wallcovering itself.
1- Most walls have small imperfections and are not perfectly flat. In fact, wallcovering magnifies flaws in the walls. Wall prep is is the most important step to achieve a picture perfect wall.
2- The goal of wall prepping is to achieve a smooth and perfectly flat surface. Which requires repairing/patching the drywall from any holes, dents and scratches with drywall compound. When compound is dry it is sanded smooth.
3- In case the wall has some texturing, it will cause the textures to show on the wallcovering. To address this, we apply a new layer of plaster to cover the textured areas of the wall. That way the textures will not intrude on the wallcovering.
4- The last step in the prep of the wall is to clean the wall by wiping it down with a vinegar solution to remove any debris and dust.
5- Only after the guidelines mentioned above are completed that the wallcovering installation can begin.
6- Enjoy your picture perfect wall.
THE GREATEST JOB I EVER DONE!
One of my first jobs ever was for an elderly woman who wanted a very old wallpaper removed from her wall, cleaned, restored and put back on the wall.
The lady was clearly emotionally attached to her wallpaper and she did not want to replace it. I knew the restoration work was not going to be easy, the end result was not going to be perfect. I did the job anyway (though against my will).
I was not the best looking job I ever done. But it was the greatest job I ever achieved. To see the smile and the sparkles on the lady’s eyes with all the memories her old wallpaper held. The wallpaper stood for a great life. Epic, memorable and a reminder of why we all ultimately do what we do...
Wallpaper installers since 1917
- We are the oldest wallpaper co. in the DC area.
- A family tradition for 4 generations.
- Bring your own wallpaper or buy it from us.
- Need help with the quantity of wallpaper to buy, call us. Will gladly calculate for you and save you money on wallpaper overage.