Old paint in a home built before 1978
Homes built before 1978 may have lead paint under newer coats. We follow EPA lead-safe practices: containment, no dry sanding and HEPA cleanup.
Serving Wheaton & nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Wheaton, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Wheaton degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- Serving Wheaton ZIP 60189, 60187
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Wheaton
Kitchen walls get grease, steam and fingerprints that bedroom walls never see, so the prep and the paint have to be different. In Wheaton we degrease, patch and prime, then finish walls and ceilings in a washable satin or semi-gloss, or hang a scrubbable wallcovering.
Paint that won't wipe clean
If every splash leaves a stain, the wall probably has a low-sheen paint. A kitchen-rated enamel cleans up with a damp cloth.
Holes from moved shelves and hardware
Anchor holes, nail pops and old TV or shelf mounts are filled, sanded and spot-primed before painting.
Water stains on the ceiling
Brown rings from a past leak bleed through ordinary paint. After the leak is fixed, we seal them with a stain-blocking primer.
Peel-and-stick wallpaper that is lifting
Self-adhesive paper often lifts in steamy kitchens. We remove it, clean the residue and repaint or hang a pasted wallcovering.
Uneven texture or old patches
Bumpy walls from past repairs are smoothed with a thin skim coat before priming.
Cracks around windows and doors
We repair cracks above doors and windows properly so they don't show again a month after painting.
Wanting wallpaper that holds up in a kitchen
Not every wallpaper belongs in a kitchen. We recommend washable or scrubbable papers and avoid delicate ones near the range.
What we do on the job
- Color and finish selectionWe help pick colors and the right sheen for each surface: walls, ceiling and trim.
- Patching and skim coatingHoles, cracks and dents filled; rough areas skimmed and sanded smooth.
- PrimingBonding or stain-blocking primer where the wall needs it.
- Ceiling paintingCeilings painted first, with stain-blocking primer over any water marks.
- 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 cleanupMasking removed, touch-ups done and the kitchen left ready to use.
Options to choose from
Paint or wallpaperChoose paint for durability near cooking, paper for an accent wall or dining area.
Stain-blocking primerUsed over stains and patches before the finish coats.
Kitchen-and-bath paintFormulated for humid rooms with mildew resistance built in.
Satin paintA soft sheen that cleans well and hides wall flaws better than gloss.
Semi-gloss paintTougher and easier to scrub; good for trim and areas near the stove and sink.
What the work looks like in Wheaton homes
Before
AfterA Wheaton two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Wheaton, a typical kitchen for Wheaton. What we started with: blue-and-white decorative tile accent. What bothered the owners most: faded paint and old patches. The result: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. The job covered wall painting, wallpaper hanging, plus trim and cleanup.
Before
AfterKitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in a 1950s ranch, Glen Ellyn
The site: a 1950s ranch in Glen Ellyn. The kitchen as it was: yellow 4-inch tile. What bothered the owners most: 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, priming, plus trim and cleanup.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterA Winfield 1980s two-story: before and after
A 1980s two-story in Winfield, a typical kitchen for Winfield. What bothered the owners most: grease-stained walls that wouldn't wipe clean. Finished kitchen: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. Work included color and finish selection, patching and skim coating, plus priming.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Winfield →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1990s two-story colonial, Wheaton
Finished: cabinets in muted aubergine with matte black pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wheaton →
Before
AfterA Wheaton 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
Finished: the same doors sprayed in white uppers and dusty blue lowers, new polished nickel pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Wheaton →Day by day
- 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 paperFinish coats or wallcovering applied, then a cleanup and walkthrough.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper questions from Wheaton homeowners
How long does it take to paint a kitchen?
It depends on prep. Clean, sound walls go quickly; stripping paper and patching take longer.
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.
Do you need to remove old wallpaper before painting?
In most cases. We take it off, wash off the paste and repair the wall before painting.
What does it cost to paint a kitchen?
It depends on wall area, ceiling height, prep and whether wallpaper comes off. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
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 I need a Wheaton-registered contractor for kitchen painting job?
Yes: contractors register online with the City; $75 fee, renewed annually. We take care of that before work starts.
Do you work in my part of Wheaton?
Yes. Our crews work across Wheaton, including Downtown Wheaton, Wheaton Center, Danada Square area — ZIP 60189, 60187 — and nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield, Glendale Heights.
Working in Wheaton
- A lot of Wheaton kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Wheaton homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
Downtown WheatonWheaton CenterDanada Square area
ZIP 60189ZIP 60187
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper nearby
Other kitchen services in Wheaton
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.