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.
Serving Itasca & nearby Wood Dale, Elk Grove Village
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Itasca, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Itasca degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- Serving Itasca ZIP 60143
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Itasca
Kitchen walls get grease, steam and fingerprints that bedroom walls never see, so the prep and the paint have to be different. In Itasca we degrease, patch and prime, then finish walls and ceilings in a washable satin or semi-gloss, or hang a scrubbable wallcovering.
Cracks around windows and doors
Corner cracks that keep returning get mesh tape and joint compound, not just caulk.
Wanting wallpaper that holds up in a kitchen
Paper behind a breakfast table or on an accent wall works well. Close to the cooktop, we suggest paint or a tougher wallcovering.
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.
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.
Water stains on the ceiling
A water mark overhead is sealed first, then the whole ceiling is painted so the patch doesn't show.
Paint that won't wipe clean
If every splash leaves a stain, the wall probably has a low-sheen paint. A kitchen-rated enamel cleans up with a damp cloth.
Dated or peeling wallpaper
Loose seams and faded borders come off. Removal is slow, careful work so the wall underneath survives.
What we do on the job
- Color and finish selectionColor samples and a sheen recommendation for kitchen walls, ceilings and trim.
- Wallpaper removalOld paper scored, steamed or soaked, peeled off and the paste washed away.
- DegreasingWalls and ceilings washed with a degreaser and rinsed, especially near the range.
- PrimingBonding or stain-blocking primer where the wall needs it.
- Ceiling paintingA fresh ceiling coat brightens the room and covers cooking residue.
- Wall paintingWalls rolled and brushed with straight lines at every edge.
- Wallpaper hangingScrubbable paper installed level, pattern matched and smoothed out.
Finishes we offer
Semi-gloss paintTougher and easier to scrub; good for trim and areas near the stove and sink.
Kitchen-and-bath paintFormulated for humid rooms with mildew resistance built in.
Stain-blocking primerUsed over stains and patches before the finish coats.
Paint or wallpaperPaint is easiest to touch up; wallpaper adds pattern and works best away from the range.
Satin paintA soft sheen that cleans well and hides wall flaws better than gloss.
What the work looks like in Itasca homes
Before
AfterKitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Itasca
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Itasca. Before: blue-and-white decorative tile accent. The reason for the call: grease-stained walls that wouldn't wipe clean. After: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. On site this meant color and finish selection, ceiling painting, plus wallpaper hanging.
Before
AfterKitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in a postwar Cape Cod, Wood Dale
A postwar Cape Cod in Wood Dale, a typical kitchen for Wood Dale. What we started with: yellow 4-inch tile. The reason for the call: 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, wall painting, plus wallpaper hanging.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterAn Elk Grove Village 1960s ranch: before and after
This one is a 1960s ranch in Elk Grove Village. Before: mint-green 4-inch ceramic tile. The reason for the call: faded paint and old patches. The result: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. The job covered degreasing, ceiling painting, plus wall painting.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterItasca kitchen, 1980s two-story: kitchen remodeling
Finished: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Itasca →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Itasca
What changed: the same doors sprayed in deep navy, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Itasca →Day by day
- Tell us what you wantDescribe the change you want and share pictures of the walls.
- Walkthrough and estimateWe check the walls, any old paper and paint age, then give you a written estimate.
- PrepWe get the walls clean, smooth and primed before any color goes on.
- Paint or paperCeiling, walls and trim painted, or wallpaper hung, often within a few days.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper questions from Itasca homeowners
How long does it take to paint a kitchen?
Often a couple of days for walls and ceiling; wallpaper removal or plaster repairs add 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.
Do you hang wallpaper I've already bought?
We do. Let us know the brand or type so we can plan the right adhesive and prep.
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.
What does it cost to paint a kitchen?
We price after a walkthrough, since wallpaper removal and patching vary. The estimate is itemized.
Do I need a Itasca-registered contractor for kitchen painting job?
Contractors must register with the Village and be bonded before a permit is issued; Certificate of Insurance naming the Village required. We take care of that before work starts.
Can you do kitchen painting job in an Itasca condo?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Do you work in my part of Itasca?
Yes. Our crews work across Itasca, including North Side, South Side, Nordic Park, The Ranchettes — ZIP 60143 — and nearby Wood Dale, Elk Grove Village, Addison.
Working in Itasca
- A lot of Itasca kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- Live in the Itasca Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
North SideSouth SideNordic ParkThe RanchettesItasca Historical DistrictWalnut Street downtown
ZIP 60143
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper nearby
Other kitchen services in Itasca
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.