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.
Serving Winfield & nearby Wheaton, Carol Stream
Kitchen Backsplash Installation in Winfield, IL
Tile backsplashes set straight, grouted clean and finished around every outlet in Winfield kitchens.
- Crews working in Winfield ZIP 60190, 60185
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Backsplash problems we solve in Winfield
A backsplash is a small wall with a lot of cuts. In Winfield we prep the wall, plan the layout so the tile ends evenly at the cabinets and windows, set it level, grout it and finish every edge and outlet so nothing looks patched.
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.
Old 4-inch splash with nothing above
That strip of 4-inch splash dates the kitchen. Tile above it, or in its place, finishes the wall to the cabinets.
Uneven wall surface
Bumps and dips in the drywall show through as lipped tile. Flattening the wall first is part of our prep.
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.
Window or range hood in the middle
Windows and hoods are where layouts go wrong. We center the pattern on them and decide how far up the tile runs.
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.
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.
What's included
- Layout and tile selectionHelp choosing tile, grout color and pattern, and a layout planned around the range, sink and windows.
- Protection and removalWe protect the counters, cut power to the outlets and take down the old backsplash.
- Wall repair and prepThe wall is repaired, leveled out and primed so the tile bonds.
- 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.
- 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.
Finishes we offer
Ceramic and porcelain tileGlazed ceramic and porcelain hold up to heat and grease and come in endless colors.
Mosaic and glassMosaics add texture; glass tile reflects light and shows thin-set through if set poorly.
Natural stoneStone tile looks rich and needs a sealer to resist stains.
Handmade-look and zelligeIrregular tile with depth and shine, set with care for its varying thickness.
Grout typesGrout is chosen by joint width and location: sanded, unsanded or epoxy.
What the work looks like in Winfield homes
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DetailKitchen Backsplash Installation in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Winfield
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Winfield. The kitchen as it was: almond laminate with a backsplash lip. What bothered the owners most: a laminate backsplash that dated the kitchen. The result: a terracotta-look square tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. Work included edges and trim, caulk at the counter, plus sealing and cleanup.
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AfterA Wheaton 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Downtown Wheaton. The kitchen as it was: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines. The main complaint was a backsplash that looked its age. Finished kitchen: a gray beveled subway tile backsplash with clean edges and outlets set flush. The job covered layout and tile selection, protection and removal, plus sealing and cleanup.
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Before
AfterCountertop Fabrication & Installation in a two-story colonial from the 1990s, Winfield
What changed: dark soapstone-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Winfield →
Before
AfterA Winfield 1980s two-story: before and after
Warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring through the kitchen with clean transitions.
Kitchen Flooring Installation in Winfield →
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AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Winfield
What changed: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Winfield →How your backsplash installation goes
- Pick tile and patternBring samples or ideas; we help you choose tile, grout color and layout.
- Measure and planWe measure the wall, mark outlets and windows and plan where the cuts fall.
- Prep and setOld splash off, wall flattened, tile on the wall.
- Grout and finishGrout, caulk, trim, cover plates and cleanup, usually the next day.
Kitchen Backsplash Installation questions from Winfield homeowners
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.
What is the easiest backsplash to keep clean?
Large glazed tiles or a slab with few grout joints. Epoxy grout helps too.
Should I install the backsplash before or after the counters?
Always after the countertops are installed; the bottom row is set to the counter line.
Can you tile over my existing backsplash?
It's possible over well-bonded tile, but outlets, edges and cabinet gaps get trickier. We'll tell you which is better for your wall.
Do I need to remove the 4-inch splash?
Not always. Tile can start above it, but removing it gives a cleaner, more current look with tile down to the counter.
Do you work in my part of Winfield?
Yes. Our crews work across Winfield — ZIP 60190, 60185 — and nearby Wheaton, Carol Stream, West Chicago.
Working in Winfield
- A lot of Winfield kitchens date from the 1980s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Winfield homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
ZIP 60190ZIP 60185
Kitchen Backsplash Installation nearby
Other kitchen services in Winfield
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.