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.
Serving Plainfield & nearby Bolingbrook, Naperville
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Plainfield, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Plainfield degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- Serving Plainfield ZIP 60544, 60585, 60586, 60543
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Plainfield
We paint and paper kitchens in Plainfield: 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.
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.
Cracks around windows and doors
We repair cracks above doors and windows properly so they don't show again a month after painting.
Peel-and-stick wallpaper that is lifting
Peel-and-stick looks quick but rarely stays put near heat and moisture. A properly hung paper or paint lasts longer.
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
We patch holes from hooks, rails and fixtures so they don't show through the new paint.
Colors that clash after new cabinets or counters
Once the counters or doors change, the walls usually need a new color to tie everything together.
Steam and moisture over the stove and sink
Walls near steam sources get a tougher finish so they hold up to condensation and wiping.
What's included
- Color and finish selectionColor samples and a sheen recommendation for kitchen walls, ceilings and trim.
- ProtectionCabinets, counters, appliances and floors are covered and taped.
- Patching and skim coatingHoles, cracks and dents filled; rough areas skimmed and sanded smooth.
- Ceiling paintingA fresh ceiling coat brightens the room and covers cooking residue.
- Wall paintingTwo finish coats of washable kitchen paint, cut in neatly at cabinets and backsplash.
- Wallpaper hangingNew wallcovering hung on a primed wall with matched seams and trimmed edges.
- Trim and cleanupTrim and doors painted as needed, then the room is cleaned and put back.
Materials and finishes
Paint or wallpaperChoose paint for durability near cooking, paper for an accent wall or dining area.
Vinyl and scrubbable wallpaperWashable papers that stand up to daily cleaning.
Semi-gloss paintMore shine and moisture resistance, so imperfections show a little more.
Kitchen-and-bath paintFormulated for humid rooms with mildew resistance built in.
Satin paintThe usual choice for kitchen walls: washable without being shiny.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper before and after — Plainfield homes
Before
AfterA Plainfield 2000s two-story with an open kitchen: before and after
The site: a 2000s two-story with an open kitchen in Plainfield. Before: white subway tile. What bothered the owners most: faded paint and old patches. After: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. Work included patching and skim coating, wall painting, plus trim and cleanup.
Before
AfterBolingbrook kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Heritage Creek. 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. Work included color and finish selection, wallpaper hanging, plus trim and cleanup.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Bolingbrook →
Before
AfterKitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Naperville
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Downtown Naperville. Before: blue-and-white decorative tile accent. 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 patching and skim coating, wall painting, plus trim and cleanup.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Naperville →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 2000s two-story with an open kitchen in Plainfield
Cabinets in light greige with brushed nickel bar pulls, light marble-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Plainfield →
Before
AfterPlainfield kitchen, 2000s open-plan home: kitchen cabinet painting
The same doors sprayed in white uppers and deep green lowers, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Plainfield →How the job goes
- 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 paperFinish coats or wallcovering applied, then a cleanup and walkthrough.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper questions from Plainfield homeowners
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.
Can you paint my kitchen cabinets too?
Cabinet painting is a separate service with its own prep and spraying. We can schedule both together.
What paint finish is best for kitchen walls?
A washable satin suits most kitchen walls. Behind the stove and sink, semi-gloss holds up better.
Do you paint ceilings too?
Yes. Kitchen ceilings collect grease and water marks, so we often paint them along with the walls.
Which colors work well in a kitchen?
We recommend testing large swatches near the cabinets and windows before choosing.
Plainfield contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Village business license ($25 annually) applies to corporate, retail and home businesses. We take care of that before work starts.
Do you work in my part of Plainfield?
Yes. Our crews work across Plainfield — ZIP 60544, 60585, 60586, 60543 — and nearby Bolingbrook, Naperville, Aurora.
Working in Plainfield
- Many Plainfield homes were built after 2000, so cabinet boxes and plumbing are usually solid and an update moves fast.
- Most Plainfield homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Downtown Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Other kitchen services in Plainfield
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.