Old paint in a home built before 1978
Homes built before 1978 may have lead paint under newer coats. We follow EPA lead-safe practices: containment, no dry sanding and HEPA cleanup.
Serving Des Plaines & nearby Mount Prospect, Park Ridge
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Des Plaines, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Des Plaines degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- Serving Des Plaines ZIP 60016, 60018
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Des Plaines
We paint and paper kitchens in Des Plaines: 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.
Uneven texture or old patches
Bumpy walls from past repairs are smoothed with a thin skim coat before priming.
Steam and moisture over the stove and sink
Peeling paint above the range or kettle is often moisture. We prime properly and use a finish rated for humid rooms.
Colors that clash after new cabinets or counters
Once the counters or doors change, the walls usually need a new color to tie everything together.
Water stains on the ceiling
Ceiling stains above the sink or fridge need a stain-blocking primer, or they come back through the finish coat.
Cracks around windows and doors
Corner cracks that keep returning get mesh tape and joint compound, not just caulk.
Peel-and-stick wallpaper that is lifting
Peel-and-stick looks quick but rarely stays put near heat and moisture. A properly hung paper or paint lasts longer.
Holes from moved shelves and hardware
Anchor holes, nail pops and old TV or shelf mounts are filled, sanded and spot-primed before painting.
What the work covers
- Color and finish selectionWe help pick colors and the right sheen for each surface: walls, ceiling and trim.
- ProtectionWe mask the kitchen carefully and move small items out of the way.
- Wallpaper removalWallcoverings and borders removed with the drywall face kept intact.
- Patching and skim coatingWall repairs done before priming so they disappear under the finish.
- PrimingBonding or stain-blocking primer where the wall needs it.
- Wall paintingTwo finish coats of washable kitchen paint, cut in neatly at cabinets and backsplash.
- Trim and cleanupTrim and doors painted as needed, then the room is cleaned and put back.
Finishes we offer
Vinyl and scrubbable wallpaperWashable papers that stand up to daily cleaning.
Stain-blocking primerSeals water marks, smoke and grease shadows so they don't bleed through.
Paint or wallpaperChoose paint for durability near cooking, paper for an accent wall or dining area.
Semi-gloss paintTougher and easier to scrub; good for trim and areas near the stove and sink.
Satin paintThe usual choice for kitchen walls: washable without being shiny.
Before and after: kitchens near Des Plaines
Before
AfterKitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in a 1950s ranch, Des Plaines
A 1950s ranch in Des Plaines, a typical kitchen for Des Plaines. Before: yellow 4-inch tile. The main complaint was grease-stained walls that wouldn't wipe clean. After: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. The job covered protection, wallpaper removal, plus wall painting.
Before
AfterPark Ridge kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
A 1960s ranch in Park Ridge, a typical kitchen for Park Ridge. The kitchen as it was: mint-green 4-inch ceramic tile. What bothered the owners most: grease-stained walls that wouldn't wipe clean. After: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. Work included patching and skim coating, priming, plus wall painting.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Park Ridge →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1960s ranch, Des Plaines
Finished: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, creamy quartzite-look quartz counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Des Plaines →
Before
AfterDes Plaines kitchen, 1950s ranch: kitchen cabinet painting
What changed: the same doors sprayed in pale sage, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Des Plaines →
Before
AfterDes Plaines kitchen, postwar Cape Cod: cabinet refacing
What changed: new five-piece shaker doors in creamy white uppers and navy lowers on the existing boxes, matching face-frame veneer and unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls.
Cabinet Refacing in Des Plaines →How your kitchen painting job goes
- Tell us what you wantSend photos and let us know about colors, wallpaper and any damage.
- Walkthrough and estimateA visit to assess prep needs and confirm the scope in writing.
- PrepProtection, paper removal, degreasing, patching and primer.
- Paint or paperCeiling, walls and trim painted, or wallpaper hung, often within a few days.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper questions from Des Plaines homeowners
What paint finish is best for kitchen walls?
We usually recommend satin on walls and semi-gloss on trim. Both wipe clean.
Can I use my kitchen while you paint?
Usually. Some areas will be masked off, but you can typically cook in the evenings.
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 lead paint a concern when repainting an older kitchen?
It can be in homes built before 1978. We follow lead-safe work practices: containment, wet methods and HEPA cleanup.
Which colors work well in a kitchen?
We recommend testing large swatches near the cabinets and windows before choosing.
Do I need a Des Plaines-registered contractor for kitchen painting job?
Contractors must register with the City (via the online portal); registrations expire Dec 31. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for kitchen painting job in Des Plaines?
It depends on the scope. Des Plaines's rule in short: A building permit is required for any residential kitchen remodel; non-structural work uses the Kitchen/Bath Non-Structural permit ($150 fee, rough and final inspections). We handle the permit when one is needed with Community and Economic Development Department - Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Des Plaines?
Yes. Our crews work across Des Plaines — ZIP 60016, 60018 — and nearby Mount Prospect, Park Ridge, Elk Grove Village.
Working in Des Plaines
- A lot of Des Plaines kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Des Plaines homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community and Economic Development Department - Building Division handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60016ZIP 60018
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper nearby
Other kitchen services in Des Plaines
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.