Since then, conservators have uncovered eye-catching drawings of horses, women and soldiers, long hidden beneath layers of paint and wallpaper.

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Skillful installation using paint, wallpaper and intimate groupings of furniture, decorative art and paintings rescues an efficiently planned, expertly executed, standardized container from high-tech anonymity.

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The effect seemed spontaneous, but Ally knew that it must have taken a huge effort to get it to this state, removing all the layers of paint and wallpaper and carpeting and coziness.

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Many foreclosures are in decent shape and require little more than fresh paint, new wallpaper and some plumbing updates to regain their luster.

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In recent months, an army of contractors, suppliers and other volunteers have peeled off layers of old paint and dated wallpaper and ripped up grimy carpet in anticipation of the show house, which was held this month.

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