we are wallpaper installers & dealers of very high repute with 80+ Years experience
we are wallpaper installers & dealers of very high repute with 80+ Years experience
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.
Shotcount is a family business. It stayed closely held with pride since 1917.
Click the link below to find out more about the company history and management.
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.
With over 80 years in the business, our company's reputation is our pride. Check us out on Google & Yelp
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 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.
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.
We have been screened by Home Advisor & Passed a background check.
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!
"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.
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.
With every install, we offer:
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 hav
With every install, we offer:
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
SHOTCOUNT is listed on Citylocal Pro for Wall Mural Installation service in Washington, DC. This site has helped us a lot to get maximum clients and also proved beneficial to increase our credibility among local customers.
Shotcount Professional Wallpaper Install
700 12TH STREET NW. UNIT 700. WASHINGTON, DC. 20005
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