Painted walls in a home built before 1978
If we remove old tile or disturb painted walls in a home built before 1978, we follow EPA lead-safe work practices: containment, dust control and cleanup.
Serving Schaumburg & nearby Roselle, Hoffman Estates
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Schaumburg, IL
Tile backsplashes set straight, grouted clean and finished around every outlet in Schaumburg kitchens.
- Serving Schaumburg ZIP 60193, 60173, 60194, 60195
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Backsplash problems we solve in Schaumburg
We install kitchen backsplashes in Schaumburg 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.
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.
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.
Uneven wall surface
Wavy walls make tile edges catch the light unevenly. We skim or patch the wall flat before setting, especially for large-format tile.
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.
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.
Awkward edges and ends
Raw tile edges at the ends look unfinished. Trim pieces or a slim metal profile give the backsplash a clean stop.
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.
What's included
- 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.
- Outlet box extendersExtender rings so outlets and switches sit flush with the tile face.
- Setting the tileWe set the field tile, the cuts and the details around the window and hood.
- Edges and trimBullnose, pencil liner or a metal profile where the tile ends.
- Caulk at the counterThe counter joint and inside corners sealed with caulk, not grout.
- Sealing and cleanupStone and grout sealed if they call for it, then a full cleanup.
Materials and finishes
Handmade-look and zelligeUneven edges and glaze give a hand-crafted look; the layout needs a little more patience.
Ceramic and porcelain tileGlazed ceramic and porcelain hold up to heat and grease and come in endless colors.
Subway tileSimple rectangles that work in nearly any kitchen; the pattern changes the look.
Slab backsplashOne continuous piece behind the range or along the whole wall.
Grout typesGrout is chosen by joint width and location: sanded, unsanded or epoxy.
Before and after: kitchens near Schaumburg
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DetailBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Schaumburg
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near International Village. The kitchen as it was: almond laminate with a backsplash lip. What bothered the owners most: a laminate backsplash that dated the kitchen. After: a terracotta-look square tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. The job covered protection and removal, setting the tile, plus edges and trim.
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AfterKitchen Backsplash Installation in a 1970s tract home, Roselle
This one is a 1970s tract home in Roselle. Before: patterned wallpaper and harvest-gold laminate. What bothered the owners most: a bare wall that never stayed clean. The result: a white 3x12 tile in a stacked pattern backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included wall repair and prep, outlet box extenders, plus setting the tile.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Roselle →
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AfterItasca kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen backsplash installation
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Itasca Historical District. What we started with: blue-and-white decorative tile accent and white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam. What bothered the owners most: a dated tile pattern they were tired of. After: a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. The job covered protection and removal, wall repair and prep, plus edges and trim.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Itasca →
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AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Schaumburg
Finished: dark soapstone-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Schaumburg →
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AfterSchaumburg kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen flooring installation
Finished: hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Schaumburg →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 finishJoints filled, edges trimmed, counter line caulked and the room cleaned.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation questions from Schaumburg homeowners
Can you tile over my existing backsplash?
Occasionally. If the old tile is loose or uneven, it has to come off first.
Do I need to seal my backsplash?
Stone, yes. Glazed tile, no. Regular grout is often sealed for easier cleaning.
How high should the backsplash go?
Usually up to the bottom of the upper cabinets; on open walls and behind the hood many people run it to the ceiling.
Can tile go over drywall?
Usually. Painted drywall is cleaned and scuffed or primed; soft or water-damaged spots are cut out and replaced.
Do you move outlets or add under-cabinet lighting?
Box extenders, yes. Any new or moved electrical is done before tiling, so no tile needs cutting later.
Which Schaumburg homes do you most often see for backsplash installation?
In Schaumburg we see 1950s-60s suburban subdivisions and 1960s multifamily. Each comes with its own walls, wiring and plumbing, and we plan the job around them.
Do I need a Schaumburg-registered contractor for backsplash installation?
Contractors must register with the Village; out-of-town contractor license $125/year (includes $10 Schaumburg Business Association fee), runs through Dec 31. We take care of that before work starts.
Do Schaumburg condo associations need to approve backsplash installation?
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 you work in my part of Schaumburg?
Yes. Our crews work across Schaumburg, including Weathersfield, International Village, Woodfield area, Olde Schaumburg Centre — ZIP 60193, 60173, 60194, 60195 — and nearby Roselle, Hoffman Estates, Hanover Park.
Working in Schaumburg
- A lot of Schaumburg 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.
- Live in the Olde Schaumburg Centre Overlay District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
WeathersfieldInternational VillageWoodfield areaOlde Schaumburg CentreTown Square
ZIP 60193ZIP 60173ZIP 60194ZIP 60195
Kitchen Backsplash Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Schaumburg
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.