Grease-prone spot behind the range
Behind the range we often suggest a full-height feature, a larger tile or a slab panel with fewer grout lines to clean.
Serving Bartlett & nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Bartlett, IL
Tile backsplashes set straight, grouted clean and finished around every outlet in Bartlett kitchens.
- Crews working in Bartlett ZIP 60103, 60120
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Backsplash problems we solve in Bartlett
We install kitchen backsplashes in Bartlett from start to finish: old tile or laminate off, wall repaired, layout centered on the range or sink, tile set and grouted, and the joint at the counter sealed with caulk.
Outlets sunk behind the tile
Outlets recessed behind new tile are a common shortcut. We use box extenders so receptacles and covers sit flush with the finished surface.
Dated or cracked tile
When the existing backsplash is worn or simply out of style, we take it down, patch the wall and start fresh.
Grout stained or cracking
Dark, stained or cracking grout behind the sink is often a wrong grout choice. We match sanded, unsanded or epoxy grout to the tile and the spot.
Window or range hood in the middle
Tile around a window needs returns or trim; tile behind a hood often runs to the ceiling. We plan both before starting.
Awkward edges and ends
Where the tile stops at an open wall or the end of an upper cabinet, we finish it with a metal edge profile, a bullnose or a pencil liner.
Peel-and-stick that didn't last
If the stick-on backsplash is curling at the edges, it's time for set tile. We take it off and prep the wall properly.
Tile that ends in the wrong place
A backsplash that ends in a tiny strip by the window looks off. We lay it out first and center the pattern where your eye lands.
What's included
- Protection and removalCounters and cabinets covered, outlets shut off, old tile or splash removed.
- Wall repair and prepThe wall is repaired, leveled out and primed so the tile bonds.
- Outlet box extendersExtender rings so outlets and switches sit flush with the tile face.
- Setting the tileWe set the field tile, the cuts and the details around the window and hood.
- GroutingSanded, unsanded or epoxy grout chosen for the tile and joint width.
- Caulk at the counterFlexible caulk where tile meets the counter and the cabinets.
- Sealing and cleanupNatural stone and cement-based grout sealed when needed; the kitchen cleaned.
Materials and finishes
Handmade-look and zelligeIrregular tile with depth and shine, set with care for its varying thickness.
Natural stoneMarble, travertine and slate tiles bring natural variation; they need sealing.
Ceramic and porcelain tileGlazed ceramic and porcelain hold up to heat and grease and come in endless colors.
Mosaic and glassMosaics add texture; glass tile reflects light and shows thin-set through if set poorly.
Slab backsplashA full-height sheet of quartz, stone or porcelain matching the counters, with no grout lines.
Kitchens like yours in Bartlett: before and after
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DetailBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Bartlett
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial in Bartlett. The kitchen as it was: blue-and-white decorative tile accent and white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam. The main complaint was a dated tile pattern they were tired of. The result: a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. The job covered setting the tile, caulk at the counter, plus sealing and cleanup.
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AfterKitchen Backsplash Installation in a 1970s tract home, Hanover Park
A 1970s tract home near Ontarioville, a typical kitchen for Hanover Park. The kitchen as it was: patterned wallpaper and harvest-gold laminate. What bothered the owners most: grease spots on the wall behind the range. After: a white 3x12 tile in a stacked pattern backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. The job covered wall repair and prep, outlet box extenders, plus caulk at the counter.
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Before
AfterCarol Stream kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen backsplash installation
This one is a 1980s two-story in Carol Stream. The kitchen as it was: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines. The reason for the call: old tile with stained grout. After: a gray beveled subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included wall repair and prep, outlet box extenders, plus sealing and cleanup.
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AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Bartlett
Finished: black honed granite countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
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AfterKitchen Flooring Installation in a 1980s two-story, Bartlett
Finished: warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Bartlett →Day by day
- Pick tile and patternChoose the tile and how it's laid; we figure out the quantity.
- Measure and planA site visit to check the wall and lay out the pattern on paper.
- Prep and setOld splash off, wall flattened, tile on the wall.
- Grout and finishJoints filled, edges trimmed, counter line caulked and the room cleaned.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation questions from Bartlett homeowners
Can tile go over drywall?
For a backsplash, yes. Drywall works well away from direct water; we repair any damaged areas first.
How long does a backsplash installation take?
A typical kitchen often takes one to three days: prep and setting first, grout after the thin-set cures.
Which grout should I use?
Unsanded for joints under about an eighth of an inch, sanded for wider ones and epoxy where you want maximum stain resistance.
Do I need to remove the 4-inch splash?
Not always. Tile can start above it, but removing it gives a cleaner, more current look with tile down to the counter.
What is the easiest backsplash to keep clean?
Glazed porcelain, a slab or anything with fewer grout lines; textured stone and handmade tile take more care.
Do I need a Bartlett-registered contractor for backsplash installation?
All contractors must be licensed by the Village of Bartlett (per trade); licensing questions via Main Office 630-837-0800. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for backsplash installation in Bartlett?
It depends on the scope. Bartlett's rule in short: Building permits are required for all construction and home improvement projects, whether done by homeowner or contractor; Remodel is a listed permit type. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division (Planning & Development Services).
Do you work in my part of Bartlett?
Yes. Our crews work across Bartlett — ZIP 60103, 60120 — and nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream, Bloomingdale.
Working in Bartlett
- A lot of Bartlett kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Bartlett homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Building Division (Planning & Development Services) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Other kitchen services in Bartlett
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Tile & Grout RepairCracked tiles swapped, loose tiles reset and tired grout redone.
Kitchen Flooring InstallationKitchen flooring: LVP, tile and hardwood.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.