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Serving Skokie & nearby Evanston, Park Ridge
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Skokie, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Skokie degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- Crews working in Skokie ZIP 60076, 60077, 60203
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Skokie
A fresh wall color is the quickest way to change how a kitchen feels. Our Skokie painters protect the cabinets and counters, fix the wall surface, and apply paint or wallpaper chosen to stand up to cooking and cleaning.
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.
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.
Dated or peeling wallpaper
Old wallpaper with curling seams or a pattern from decades ago is scored, steamed and removed, then the wall is cleaned of paste.
Colors that clash after new cabinets or counters
New cabinets or counters often make the old wall color look wrong. We help you pick a color that works with both.
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.
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.
Steam and moisture over the stove and sink
Peeling paint above the range or kettle is often moisture. We prime properly and use a finish rated for humid rooms.
What we do on the job
- ProtectionCabinets, counters, appliances and floors are covered and taped.
- Wallpaper removalWallcoverings and borders removed with the drywall face kept intact.
- DegreasingWalls and ceilings washed with a degreaser and rinsed, especially near the range.
- Patching and skim coatingHoles, cracks and dents filled; rough areas skimmed and sanded smooth.
- PrimingPrimer over patches, stains and glossy surfaces for even adhesion.
- 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.
Materials and finishes
Kitchen-and-bath paintFormulated for humid rooms with mildew resistance built in.
Vinyl and scrubbable wallpaperWashable papers that stand up to daily cleaning.
Stain-blocking primerSeals water marks, smoke and grease shadows so they don't bleed through.
Paint or wallpaperChoose paint for durability near cooking, paper for an accent wall or dining area.
Satin paintA soft sheen that cleans well and hides wall flaws better than gloss.
Kitchens like yours in Skokie: before and after
Before
AfterKitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in a 1950s ranch, Skokie
A 1950s ranch in Skokie, a typical kitchen for Skokie. 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 protection, wallpaper removal, plus wallpaper hanging.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a brick bungalow from the 1920s in Evanston
This one is a brick bungalow from the 1920s in Evanston. What we started with: 1940s black-and-yellow ceramic tile. 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. On site this meant protection, wallpaper removal, plus wallpaper hanging.
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Before
AfterPark Ridge kitchen, postwar Cape Cod: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
A postwar Cape Cod in Park Ridge, a typical kitchen for Park Ridge. Before: 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 protection, wallpaper removal, plus wall painting.
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Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a postwar bi-level, Skokie
Cabinets in light butter yellow with polished nickel pulls, black honed granite counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
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Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Skokie
The same doors sprayed in powder blue, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Skokie →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 Skokie homeowners
Do you paint ceilings too?
Yes. Kitchen ceilings collect grease and water marks, so we often paint them along with the walls.
Is wallpaper a good idea in a kitchen?
Yes, with the right paper and placement. Vinyl or scrubbable papers work well away from direct heat and water.
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 you paint my kitchen cabinets too?
Yes, as a separate job. Doors are removed and sprayed while the walls are painted on site.
Can I use my kitchen while you paint?
Usually. Some areas will be masked off, but you can typically cook in the evenings.
Do I need a Skokie-registered contractor for kitchen painting job?
Many contractors must be registered and insured with the Village each year; permits are not issued unless all listed contractors are registered and insured. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for kitchen painting job in Skokie?
It depends on the scope. Skokie's rule in short: Electrical work and plumbing or electrical system changes need a permit. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division.
Do you work in my part of Skokie?
Yes. Our crews work across Skokie — ZIP 60076, 60077, 60203 — and nearby Evanston, Park Ridge, Glenview.
Working in Skokie
- A lot of Skokie kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Skokie homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department - Building & Inspection Services Division handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
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Other kitchen services in Skokie
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.