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 Palatine & nearby Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Palatine, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Palatine degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- Serving Palatine ZIP 60067, 60074
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Palatine
We paint and paper kitchens in Palatine: 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.
Grease film on the walls
A sticky, yellowish film around the range keeps new paint from bonding. We wash it off with a degreaser and rinse before priming.
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.
Dated or peeling wallpaper
We take down tired wallpaper, wash off the adhesive and repair any torn drywall face before painting or repapering.
Steam and moisture over the stove and sink
Walls near steam sources get a tougher finish so they hold up to condensation and wiping.
Paint that won't wipe clean
Scuffs and spatters that smear when you wipe them mean the wrong finish. We repaint in a sheen made for cleaning.
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.
Uneven texture or old patches
Bumpy walls from past repairs are smoothed with a thin skim coat before priming.
What's included
- Color and finish selectionWe help pick colors and the right sheen for each surface: walls, ceiling and trim.
- ProtectionWe mask the kitchen carefully and move small items out of the way.
- Wallpaper removalOld paper scored, steamed or soaked, peeled off and the paste washed away.
- Patching and skim coatingHoles, cracks and dents filled; rough areas skimmed and sanded smooth.
- Ceiling paintingCeilings painted first, with stain-blocking primer over any water marks.
- 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.
Options to choose from
Stain-blocking primerUsed over stains and patches before the finish coats.
Semi-gloss paintTougher and easier to scrub; good for trim and areas near the stove and sink.
Kitchen-and-bath paintA good fit where steam and condensation are a daily thing.
Paint or wallpaperPaint is easiest to touch up; wallpaper adds pattern and works best away from the range.
Vinyl and scrubbable wallpaperWallcoverings that tolerate wiping and splashes in a kitchen.
Before and after: kitchens near Palatine
Before
AfterPalatine kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Palatine, a typical kitchen for Palatine. 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. Work included protection, wallpaper removal, plus patching and skim coating.
Before
AfterAn Arlington Heights 1960s ranch: before and after
This one is a 1960s ranch in Arlington Heights. Before: yellow 4-inch tile. What bothered the owners most: 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 wallpaper removal, wall painting, plus trim and cleanup.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Arlington Heights →
Before
AfterA Buffalo Grove two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near The Highlands. The main complaint was 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 wallpaper removal, patching and skim coating, plus wall painting.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Buffalo Grove →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Palatine
Cabinets in white uppers and deep green lowers with polished nickel pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a white herringbone tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Palatine →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1990s two-story colonial, Palatine
Finished: the same doors sprayed in deep navy, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Palatine →How your kitchen painting job goes
- Tell us what you wantSend photos and let us know about colors, wallpaper and any damage.
- Walkthrough and estimateA visit to assess prep needs and confirm the scope in writing.
- PrepProtection, paper removal, degreasing, patching and primer.
- Paint or paperCeiling, walls and trim painted, or wallpaper hung, often within a few days.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper questions from Palatine homeowners
What does it cost to paint a kitchen?
Prep, repairs and the number of colors drive the price. You get it in writing after we see the walls.
What paint finish is best for kitchen walls?
Satin for most walls; semi-gloss for trim and spots that get scrubbed often. Flat paint is hard to clean in a kitchen.
Can I use my kitchen while you paint?
Yes, with some limits. We'll tell you which days the range or sink area will be off-limits.
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.
Is wallpaper a good idea in a kitchen?
Many kitchens use paper on an accent wall or near the table. We help you pick a type that handles cleaning.
Can you do kitchen painting job in a Palatine 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 I need a Palatine-registered contractor for kitchen painting job?
Contractors must be registered and bonded with the Village before a permit is issued. Registration is online and expires Dec 31 each year. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for kitchen painting job in Palatine?
It depends on the scope. Palatine's rule in short: A permit is required to remodel a kitchen or to add/alter the electrical system. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building Permits & Inspections.
Do you work in my part of Palatine?
Yes. Our crews work across Palatine — ZIP 60067, 60074 — and nearby Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Lake Zurich.
Working in Palatine
- A lot of Palatine 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.
- We know how Community Development Department - Building Permits & Inspections handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper nearby
Other kitchen services in Palatine
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.