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Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Naperville, IL
Tile backsplashes set straight, grouted clean and finished around every outlet in Naperville kitchens.
- Serving Naperville ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Backsplash problems we solve in Naperville
We install kitchen backsplashes in Naperville 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.
Window or range hood in the middle
Tile around a window needs returns or trim; tile behind a hood often runs to the ceiling. We plan both before starting.
Tile that ends in the wrong place
A backsplash that ends in a tiny strip by the window looks off. We lay it out first and center the pattern where your eye lands.
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.
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.
Awkward edges and ends
We decide early where the tile ends and how — to the cabinet, to the ceiling or to a trim line — so the edges look intentional.
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.
Dated or cracked tile
Old tile in a color you don't like, with cracked pieces and stained grout, is removed and the wall repaired before new tile goes up.
What we do on the job
- Protection and removalCounters and cabinets covered, outlets shut off, old tile or splash removed.
- Wall repair and prepThe wall is repaired, leveled out and primed so the tile bonds.
- Outlet box extendersExtender rings so outlets and switches sit flush with the tile face.
- Setting the tileTile set level from a straight starting line, with spacers for even joints.
- 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
Natural stoneMarble, travertine and slate tiles bring natural variation; they need sealing.
Subway tileSimple rectangles that work in nearly any kitchen; the pattern changes the look.
Ceramic and porcelain tileGlazed ceramic and porcelain hold up to heat and grease and come in endless colors.
Mosaic and glassSmall tiles on mesh sheets for accents or full walls; glass needs careful setting and unsanded or epoxy grout.
Grout typesGrout is chosen by joint width and location: sanded, unsanded or epoxy.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation before and after — Naperville homes
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DetailBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Naperville
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Highlands. The kitchen as it was: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines. The reason for the call: a backsplash that looked its age. The result: a gray beveled subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. The job covered protection and removal, outlet box extenders, plus setting the tile.
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AfterLisle kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen backsplash installation
A two-story colonial from the 1990s near Four Lakes Village, a typical kitchen for Lisle. Before: almond laminate with a backsplash lip. What bothered the owners most: the old laminate lip and bare wall above it. Finished kitchen: a terracotta-look square tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included outlet box extenders, edges and trim, plus sealing and cleanup.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Lisle →
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AfterWoodridge kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen backsplash installation
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Seven Bridges. What we started with: blue-and-white decorative tile accent and white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam. The reason for the call: a busy backsplash that clashed with the new look. Finished kitchen: a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. On site this meant outlet box extenders, edges and trim, plus caulk at the counter.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Woodridge →
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AfterNaperville kitchen, 1980s two-story: countertop fabrication & installation
Black honed granite countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
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AfterNaperville kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen flooring installation
What changed: warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Naperville →How the job goes
- Pick tile and patternBring samples or ideas; we help you choose tile, grout color and layout.
- Measure and planWe measure the wall, mark outlets and windows and plan where the cuts fall.
- Prep and setOld splash off, wall flattened, tile on the wall.
- Grout and finishGrout, caulk, trim, cover plates and cleanup, usually the next day.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation questions from Naperville homeowners
How high should the backsplash go?
Under the cabinets, the full gap. Behind a range hood or on open shelving walls, often all the way up.
How long does a backsplash installation take?
Usually a couple of days. Larger walls, mosaics or stone add time.
Can tile go over drywall?
Yes. Sound, flat drywall is a fine base for a kitchen backsplash once it is clean and primed.
Can you install a backsplash in the bathroom too?
Yes, we tile vanity backsplashes and can match the kitchen tile.
Do I need to seal my backsplash?
Only some materials: marble, travertine and other stone, plus cement grout if you want it more stain resistant.
What kind of Naperville homes do you work in?
In Naperville we see historic district homes from the 1800s and rapid suburban growth 1960s-1990s. Each comes with its own walls, wiring and plumbing, and we plan the job around them.
Do I need a permit for backsplash installation in Naperville?
It depends on the scope. Naperville's rule in short: Remodeling such as kitchens requires a permit, as do electrical work (minor repairs and low-voltage excepted), plumbing pipe/fixture installation or rearrangement, and structural changes. We handle the permit when one is needed with Transportation, Engineering and Development (TED) Business Group, Building Permits.
Do you work in my part of Naperville?
Yes. Our crews work across Naperville, including Downtown Naperville, Highlands, Tamarack — ZIP 60540, 60563, 60564, 60565 — and nearby Lisle, Warrenville, Bolingbrook.
Working in Naperville
- A lot of Naperville kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Naperville homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Naperville Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
Downtown NapervilleHighlandsTamarack
ZIP 60540ZIP 60563ZIP 60564ZIP 60565
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Other kitchen services in Naperville
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.