Painted walls in a home built before 1978
In older Glen Ellyn homes, tearing out a backsplash can disturb lead paint. We work lead-safe: plastic sheeting, controlled dust and a careful final cleanup.
Serving Glen Ellyn & nearby Wheaton, Lombard
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Glen Ellyn, IL
Tile backsplashes set straight, grouted clean and finished around every outlet in Glen Ellyn kitchens.
- Serving Glen Ellyn ZIP 60137
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Backsplash problems we solve in Glen Ellyn
We install kitchen backsplashes in Glen Ellyn 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.
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.
Old 4-inch splash with nothing above
A short stone or laminate lip with bare wall above looks unfinished. We can tile over or above it, or remove it and run tile down to the counter.
Window or range hood in the middle
Windows and hoods are where layouts go wrong. We center the pattern on them and decide how far up the tile runs.
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.
Uneven wall surface
Large tiles need a flat wall. We fill low spots and grind high ones so the face of the backsplash reads as one plane.
Bare wall behind the counters
Paint behind a stove never stays clean for long. A tiled backsplash takes the grease and the water and still looks good.
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.
What the work covers
- Layout and tile selectionWe pick the pattern and the starting point with you before ordering material.
- Protection and removalWe protect the counters, cut power to the outlets and take down the old backsplash.
- Wall repair and prepDrywall or plaster patched and flattened, cement board where the wall needs it.
- Outlet box extendersReceptacles brought forward to the new surface, with cover plates that fit.
- Edges and trimBullnose, pencil liner or a metal profile where the tile ends.
- Caulk at the counterFlexible caulk where tile meets the counter and the cabinets.
- Sealing and cleanupStone and grout sealed if they call for it, then a full cleanup.
Finishes we offer
Ceramic and porcelain tileThe everyday choice: durable, easy to clean and available in every size, from subway to large panels.
Slab backsplashOne continuous piece behind the range or along the whole wall.
Grout typesUnsanded for narrow joints, sanded for wider ones, epoxy where stain resistance matters most.
Subway tileSimple rectangles that work in nearly any kitchen; the pattern changes the look.
Handmade-look and zelligeIrregular tile with depth and shine, set with care for its varying thickness.
Before and after: kitchens near Glen Ellyn
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DetailKitchen Backsplash Installation in a 1950s ranch, Glen Ellyn
A 1950s ranch in Glen Ellyn, a typical kitchen for Glen Ellyn. The kitchen as it was: yellow 4-inch tile and light beige laminate. The main complaint was a short 4-inch splash that looked unfinished. The result: a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. On site this meant wall repair and prep, outlet box extenders, plus edges and trim.
Before
AfterA Wheaton 1980s two-story: before and after
The site: a 1980s two-story near Danada Square area. The kitchen as it was: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines. The main complaint was old tile with stained grout. After: a gray beveled subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included layout and tile selection, protection and removal, plus sealing and cleanup.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Wheaton →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar bi-level in Villa Park
The site: a postwar bi-level in Villa Park. What we started with: mint-green 4-inch ceramic tile and laminate with an aluminum edge band. What bothered the owners most: an old 4-inch tile strip that dated the room. After: a white subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. The job covered layout and tile selection, wall repair and prep, plus edges and trim.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Villa Park →
Before
AfterGlen Ellyn kitchen, 1960s ranch: countertop fabrication & installation
What changed: white quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterA Glen Ellyn postwar Cape Cod: before and after
What changed: warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Glen Ellyn →How the job goes
- Pick tile and patternChoose the tile and how it's laid; we figure out the quantity.
- Measure and planWe measure the wall, mark outlets and windows and plan where the cuts fall.
- Prep and setWall repaired, outlets extended and tile set — often in a day or two for a typical kitchen.
- Grout and finishGrout, caulk, trim, cover plates and cleanup, usually the next day.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation questions from Glen Ellyn homeowners
Do I need to seal my backsplash?
Stone, yes. Glazed tile, no. Regular grout is often sealed for easier cleaning.
Do you move outlets or add under-cabinet lighting?
Extenders are part of our install. Moving outlets or wiring under-cabinet lights is planned first so the tile goes up once.
How high should the backsplash go?
Usually up to the bottom of the upper cabinets; on open walls and behind the hood many people run it to the ceiling.
Can you tile over my existing backsplash?
Sometimes, if the old tile is solid and flat and the added thickness works with the outlets and the trim. Often removing it gives a better result.
Which grout should I use?
Narrow joints get unsanded grout, wider joints sanded, and busy spots behind the sink and range can get epoxy.
Do I need a Glen Ellyn-registered contractor for backsplash installation?
Contractors must register with the Village and meet license and insurance requirements (Village Code 4-1-11); work that does not need a building permit is exempt. We take care of that before work starts.
Do you work in my part of Glen Ellyn?
Yes. Our crews work across Glen Ellyn — ZIP 60137 — and nearby Wheaton, Lombard, Glendale Heights.
Working in Glen Ellyn
- A lot of Glen Ellyn kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Glen Ellyn homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
ZIP 60137
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Other kitchen services in Glen Ellyn
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.