Cracks around windows and doors
Hairline cracks at corners of openings are opened up, taped or filled and sanded smooth before paint.
Serving Bartlett & nearby Hanover Park, Carol Stream
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Bartlett, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Bartlett degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- 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
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Bartlett
We paint and paper kitchens in Bartlett: old wallpaper stripped, cracks and holes repaired, grease film cleaned off and a kitchen-rated paint rolled on with clean lines at the cabinets, backsplash and trim.
Paint that won't wipe clean
Scuffs and spatters that smear when you wipe them mean the wrong finish. We repaint in a sheen made for cleaning.
Peel-and-stick wallpaper that is lifting
Self-adhesive paper often lifts in steamy kitchens. We remove it, clean the residue and repaint or hang a pasted wallcovering.
Holes from moved shelves and hardware
Anchor holes, nail pops and old TV or shelf mounts are filled, sanded and spot-primed before painting.
Steam and moisture over the stove and sink
Moist areas need a paint that resists mildew and tolerates frequent cleaning. Semi-gloss or a kitchen-and-bath paint works well there.
A wallpaper border along the ceiling
A border at the top of the wall dates a kitchen fast. We remove it and blend the wall so no outline shows.
Dated or peeling wallpaper
Old wallpaper with curling seams or a pattern from decades ago is scored, steamed and removed, then the wall is cleaned of paste.
Uneven texture or old patches
Bumpy walls from past repairs are smoothed with a thin skim coat before priming.
What the work covers
- Color and finish selectionColor samples and a sheen recommendation for kitchen walls, ceilings and trim.
- ProtectionCabinets, counters, appliances and floors are covered and taped.
- DegreasingWalls and ceilings washed with a degreaser and rinsed, especially near the range.
- Patching and skim coatingWall repairs done before priming so they disappear under the finish.
- Ceiling paintingCeilings painted first, with stain-blocking primer over any water marks.
- Wallpaper hangingNew wallcovering hung on a primed wall with matched seams and trimmed edges.
- Trim and cleanupMasking removed, touch-ups done and the kitchen left ready to use.
Materials and finishes
Stain-blocking primerUsed over stains and patches before the finish coats.
Kitchen-and-bath paintFormulated for humid rooms with mildew resistance built in.
Semi-gloss paintMore shine and moisture resistance, so imperfections show a little more.
Satin paintThe usual choice for kitchen walls: washable without being shiny.
Paint or wallpaperPaint is easiest to touch up; wallpaper adds pattern and works best away from the range.
Kitchens like yours in Bartlett: before and after
Before
AfterBartlett kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Bartlett, a typical kitchen for Bartlett. The reason for the call: faded paint and old patches. After: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. The job covered protection, patching and skim coating, plus trim and cleanup.
Before
AfterA Hanover Park 1970s tract home: before and after
The site: a 1970s tract home near Ontarioville. Before: brown mosaic tile. What bothered the owners most: grease-stained walls that wouldn't wipe clean. The result: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. The job covered color and finish selection, protection, plus patching and skim coating.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Hanover Park →
Before
AfterCarol Stream kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
A 1980s two-story in Carol Stream, a typical kitchen for Carol Stream. What bothered the owners most: grease-stained walls that wouldn't wipe clean. The result: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. Work included patching and skim coating, wallpaper hanging, plus trim and cleanup.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Carol Stream →
Before
AfterA Bartlett 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
Finished: cabinets in warm taupe with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light beige 18x18 porcelain tile flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Bartlett →
Before
AfterBartlett kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen cabinet painting
What changed: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Bartlett →How your kitchen painting job goes
- Tell us what you wantDescribe the change you want and share pictures of the walls.
- Walkthrough and estimateA visit to assess prep needs and confirm the scope in writing.
- PrepProtection, paper removal, degreasing, patching and primer.
- Paint or paperFinish coats or wallcovering applied, then a cleanup and walkthrough.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper questions from Bartlett homeowners
Can you paint my kitchen cabinets too?
We do cabinets as their own project; coordinating them with the walls saves time.
Do you need to remove old wallpaper before painting?
Usually, yes. Paint over wallpaper can bubble and seams show through. Removing it gives a cleaner result.
What does it cost to paint a kitchen?
It depends on wall area, ceiling height, prep and whether wallpaper comes off. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
Is wallpaper a good idea in a kitchen?
Many kitchens use paper on an accent wall or near the table. We help you pick a type that handles cleaning.
What paint finish is best for kitchen walls?
Satin for most walls; semi-gloss for trim and spots that get scrubbed often. Flat paint is hard to clean in a kitchen.
Do I need a Bartlett-registered contractor for kitchen painting job?
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 kitchen painting job 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.
ZIP 60103ZIP 60120
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Other kitchen services in Bartlett
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.
Cabinet RefacingNew doors and fronts on your existing cabinet boxes.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Kitchen Backsplash InstallationTile backsplashes with clean lines and flush outlets.