Old paint in a home built before 1978
In older Elmhurst homes we treat existing paint as possibly lead-based and prep it with lead-safe methods.
Serving Elmhurst & nearby Villa Park, Lombard
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Elmhurst, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Elmhurst degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- Serving Elmhurst ZIP 60126
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Elmhurst
We paint and paper kitchens in Elmhurst: 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.
Steam and moisture over the stove and sink
Walls near steam sources get a tougher finish so they hold up to condensation and wiping.
Wanting wallpaper that holds up in a kitchen
Vinyl and other scrubbable wallcoverings tolerate splashes and wiping. We hang them on a primed wall so they can be removed later.
Holes from moved shelves and hardware
Anchor holes, nail pops and old TV or shelf mounts are filled, sanded and spot-primed before painting.
Grease film on the walls
Walls near the stove collect cooking oil you can feel with a fingertip. It has to come off completely before any coat goes on.
Dated or peeling wallpaper
Loose seams and faded borders come off. Removal is slow, careful work so the wall underneath survives.
A wallpaper border along the ceiling
That strip of fruit or ivy at the ceiling line is easy to remove; the patching afterward is what makes it look right.
Colors that clash after new cabinets or counters
We paint the walls last in a kitchen update, so the color is chosen against the finished cabinets and tops.
What's included
- ProtectionWe mask the kitchen carefully and move small items out of the way.
- Wallpaper removalWallcoverings and borders removed with the drywall face kept intact.
- DegreasingWalls and ceilings washed with a degreaser and rinsed, especially near the range.
- Patching and skim coatingHoles, cracks and dents filled; rough areas skimmed and sanded smooth.
- Ceiling paintingA fresh ceiling coat brightens the room and covers cooking residue.
- Wall paintingWalls rolled and brushed with straight lines at every edge.
- Trim and cleanupMasking removed, touch-ups done and the kitchen left ready to use.
Materials and finishes
Paint or wallpaperPaint is easiest to touch up; wallpaper adds pattern and works best away from the range.
Semi-gloss paintMore shine and moisture resistance, so imperfections show a little more.
Satin paintThe usual choice for kitchen walls: washable without being shiny.
Vinyl and scrubbable wallpaperWashable papers that stand up to daily cleaning.
Kitchen-and-bath paintFormulated for humid rooms with mildew resistance built in.
Kitchens like yours in Elmhurst: before and after
Before
AfterAn Elmhurst postwar bi-level: before and after
A postwar bi-level in Elmhurst, a typical kitchen for Elmhurst. Before: mint-green 4-inch ceramic tile. What bothered the owners most: faded paint and old patches. After: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. Work included degreasing, wall painting, plus trim and cleanup.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar Cape Cod in Lombard
This one is a postwar Cape Cod in Lombard. The kitchen as it was: yellow 4-inch tile. What bothered the owners most: faded paint and old patches. The result: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. Work included protection, ceiling painting, plus trim and cleanup.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Lombard →
Before
AfterKitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in a raised ranch, Oak Brook
This one is a raised ranch in Oak Brook. What we started with: brown mosaic tile. The main complaint was faded paint and old patches. Finished kitchen: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. The job covered protection, ceiling painting, plus wall painting.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Oak Brook →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1960s ranch, Elmhurst
What changed: 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 Elmhurst →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a postwar Cape Cod, Elmhurst
Finished: the same doors sprayed in creamy white uppers and navy lowers, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Elmhurst →Day by day
- Tell us what you wantSend photos and let us know about colors, wallpaper and any damage.
- Walkthrough and estimateWe check the walls, any old paper and paint age, then give you a written estimate.
- 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 Elmhurst homeowners
Which colors work well in a kitchen?
Colors that work with your cabinets, counters and floors. We bring samples and test them on your wall in your light.
Do you need to remove old wallpaper before painting?
In most cases. We take it off, wash off the paste and repair the wall before painting.
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.
How long does it take to paint a kitchen?
Most kitchens take a few days including prep. We give you a schedule with the estimate.
Do you hang wallpaper I've already bought?
Sure. We'll confirm there's enough for pattern matching and that it suits the space.
Do I need a permit for kitchen painting job in Elmhurst?
It depends on the scope. Elmhurst's rule in short: Elmhurst requires permits for building and construction projects; all permits are applied for through the City's Citizen Self-Service Portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building).
Do you work in my part of Elmhurst?
Yes. Our crews work across Elmhurst — ZIP 60126 — and nearby Villa Park, Lombard, Addison.
Working in Elmhurst
- A lot of Elmhurst kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Elmhurst homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60126
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper nearby
Other kitchen services in Elmhurst
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.