Painted walls in a home built before 1978
Older paint can contain lead. Before demo on pre-1978 walls we set up containment and clean up with lead-safe methods.
Serving Park Ridge & nearby Des Plaines, Glenview
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Park Ridge, IL
Tile backsplashes set straight, grouted clean and finished around every outlet in Park Ridge kitchens.
- Serving Park Ridge ZIP 60068
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Backsplash problems we solve in Park Ridge
We install kitchen backsplashes in Park Ridge 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.
Bare wall behind the counters
Painted drywall behind the sink and range picks up splashes and grease. A tile backsplash wipes clean and protects the wall.
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.
Peel-and-stick that didn't last
Peel-and-stick tiles lift near the stove and bubble behind the sink. We remove them, clean the adhesive off the wall and install real tile.
Outlets sunk behind the tile
Sunken switches and cover plates that don't sit flat look sloppy. Box extenders bring them out to the face of the tile.
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.
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.
Grease-prone spot behind the range
The wall behind the stove takes the most grease. A tile with low porosity and fewer joints keeps cleaning easy.
What the work covers
- Layout and tile selectionWe pick the pattern and the starting point with you before ordering material.
- Protection and removalCounters and cabinets covered, outlets shut off, old tile or splash removed.
- Wall repair and prepDrywall or plaster patched and flattened, cement board where the wall needs it.
- Setting the tileTile set level from a straight starting line, with spacers for even joints.
- GroutingSanded, unsanded or epoxy grout chosen for the tile and joint width.
- Edges and trimFinished ends at open walls, cabinet sides and the ceiling line.
- Sealing and cleanupNatural stone and cement-based grout sealed when needed; the kitchen cleaned.
Options to choose from
Slab backsplashA full-height sheet of quartz, stone or porcelain matching the counters, with no grout lines.
Subway tileClassic 3x6 or longer rectangles in a running bond, stacked or herringbone layout.
Ceramic and porcelain tileGlazed ceramic and porcelain hold up to heat and grease and come in endless colors.
Handmade-look and zelligeIrregular tile with depth and shine, set with care for its varying thickness.
Mosaic and glassSmall tiles on mesh sheets for accents or full walls; glass needs careful setting and unsanded or epoxy grout.
Before and after: kitchens near Park Ridge
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In progress
After
DetailA Park Ridge postwar Cape Cod: before and after
A postwar Cape Cod in Park Ridge, a typical kitchen for Park Ridge. Before: speckled laminate. What bothered the owners most: a laminate backsplash that dated the kitchen. Finished kitchen: a white 3x12 tile in a stacked pattern backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included layout and tile selection, grouting, plus sealing and cleanup.
Before
AfterKitchen Backsplash Installation in a postwar bi-level, Des Plaines
The site: a postwar bi-level in Des Plaines. The kitchen as it was: mint-green 4-inch ceramic tile and laminate with an aluminum edge band. The main complaint was a short 4-inch splash that looked unfinished. The result: a white subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. The job covered protection and removal, wall repair and prep, plus grouting.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Des Plaines →
Before
AfterCountertop Fabrication & Installation in a postwar bi-level, Park Ridge
Charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Park Ridge →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Park Ridge
What changed: gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Park Ridge →
Before
AfterA Park Ridge postwar Cape Cod: before and after
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 Park Ridge →How the job goes
- Pick tile and patternChoose the tile and how it's laid; we figure out the quantity.
- Measure and planA site visit to check the wall and lay out the pattern on paper.
- 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 Park Ridge homeowners
How high should the backsplash go?
Between the counter and the uppers at minimum. Where there are no cabinets, a clean stop line or full height works.
Can you install a backsplash in the bathroom too?
Yes — vanity backsplashes and bathroom accent walls are set the same way and can be done in the same visit.
Which grout should I use?
Narrow joints get unsanded grout, wider joints sanded, and busy spots behind the sink and range can get epoxy.
How long does a backsplash installation take?
Usually a couple of days. Larger walls, mosaics or stone add time.
Do I need to seal my backsplash?
Natural stone tile and cement-based grout benefit from sealing; glazed ceramic and porcelain tile don't need it. Epoxy grout doesn't either.
Park Ridge contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Building contractors must register with the City each calendar year ($50 per firm). We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for backsplash installation in Park Ridge?
It depends on the scope. Park Ridge's rule in short: Park Ridge publishes permit guidelines by project type; contact the Permit Technicians to confirm whether a kitchen project needs a permit. We handle the permit when one is needed.
Do you work in my part of Park Ridge?
Yes. Our crews work across Park Ridge — ZIP 60068 — and nearby Des Plaines, Glenview, Skokie.
Working in Park Ridge
- A lot of Park Ridge kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Park Ridge homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Park Ridge building department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60068
Kitchen Backsplash Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Park Ridge
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.