Old paint in a home built before 1978
Scraping or sanding pre-1978 paint can release lead dust. We set up plastic containment and clean with HEPA vacuums and wet wiping.
Serving Northbrook & nearby Glenview, Highland Park
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Northbrook, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Northbrook degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- Serving Northbrook ZIP 60062
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Northbrook
A fresh wall color is the quickest way to change how a kitchen feels. Our Northbrook painters protect the cabinets and counters, fix the wall surface, and apply paint or wallpaper chosen to stand up to cooking and cleaning.
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
Ceiling stains above the sink or fridge need a stain-blocking primer, or they come back through the finish coat.
Uneven texture or old patches
If old patches flash through as dull spots, we skim, sand and prime the whole area for an even sheen.
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
Paint rolled over kitchen grease peels and stays tacky. Degreasing is the first and most important step of our prep.
Dated or peeling wallpaper
Loose seams and faded borders come off. Removal is slow, careful work so the wall underneath survives.
Peel-and-stick wallpaper that is lifting
Self-adhesive paper often lifts in steamy kitchens. We remove it, clean the residue and repaint or hang a pasted wallcovering.
What we do on the job
- Color and finish selectionWe help pick colors and the right sheen for each surface: walls, ceiling and trim.
- Wallpaper removalWallcoverings and borders removed with the drywall face kept intact.
- DegreasingCooking film cleaned off so primer and paint can bond.
- Patching and skim coatingWall repairs done before priming so they disappear under the finish.
- Ceiling paintingCeilings painted first, with stain-blocking primer over any water marks.
- Wall paintingWalls rolled and brushed with straight lines at every edge.
- Wallpaper hangingNew wallcovering hung on a primed wall with matched seams and trimmed edges.
Options to choose from
Vinyl and scrubbable wallpaperWallcoverings that tolerate wiping and splashes in a kitchen.
Kitchen-and-bath paintFormulated for humid rooms with mildew resistance built in.
Satin paintThe usual choice for kitchen walls: washable without being shiny.
Semi-gloss paintTougher and easier to scrub; good for trim and areas near the stove and sink.
Stain-blocking primerSeals water marks, smoke and grease shadows so they don't bleed through.
Kitchens like yours in Northbrook: before and after
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar bi-level in Northbrook
The site: a postwar bi-level near Techny. The kitchen as it was: mint-green 4-inch ceramic 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. On site this meant color and finish selection, wallpaper removal, plus ceiling painting.
Before
AfterGlenview kitchen, 1960s ranch: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
This one is a 1960s ranch near The Grove. What we started with: yellow 4-inch tile. 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. The job covered color and finish selection, patching and skim coating, plus ceiling painting.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Glenview →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Highland Park
A 1960s ranch near Ravinia District, a typical kitchen for Highland Park. What bothered the owners most: grease-stained walls that wouldn't wipe clean. Finished kitchen: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. On site this meant patching and skim coating, ceiling painting, plus wall painting.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Highland Park →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar bi-level in Northbrook
What changed: cabinets in forest green with matte black pulls, black honed granite 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 Northbrook →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Northbrook
The same doors sprayed in deep navy, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Northbrook →How the job goes
- Tell us what you wantDescribe the change you want and share pictures of the walls.
- Walkthrough and estimateA visit to assess prep needs and confirm the scope in writing.
- 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 Northbrook 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?
Mostly, yes. We keep a path to the fridge and sink open and clean up each day.
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.
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.
Northbrook contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Village contractor license required, good for one year: general contractors $100; electrical $70. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for kitchen painting job in Northbrook?
It depends on the scope. Northbrook's rule in short: Village lists separate permit types: Single Family Alterations - Interior, Electrical (new wiring/outlets), and Plumbing (new fixtures). We handle the permit when one is needed with Development & Planning Services.
Do you work in my part of Northbrook?
Yes. Our crews work across Northbrook, including Techny, Downtown Northbrook — ZIP 60062 — and nearby Glenview, Highland Park, Mount Prospect.
Working in Northbrook
- A lot of Northbrook kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Northbrook homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Development & Planning Services handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
TechnyDowntown Northbrook
ZIP 60062
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper nearby
Other kitchen services in Northbrook
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.