Dated or peeling wallpaper
We take down tired wallpaper, wash off the adhesive and repair any torn drywall face before painting or repapering.
Serving Winfield & nearby Wheaton, Carol Stream
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Winfield, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Winfield degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- 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
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Winfield
Kitchen walls get grease, steam and fingerprints that bedroom walls never see, so the prep and the paint have to be different. In Winfield we degrease, patch and prime, then finish walls and ceilings in a washable satin or semi-gloss, or hang a scrubbable wallcovering.
Wanting wallpaper that holds up in a kitchen
Vinyl and other scrubbable wallcoverings tolerate splashes and wiping. We hang them on a primed wall so they can be removed later.
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
We paint the walls last in a kitchen update, so the color is chosen against the finished cabinets and tops.
Uneven texture or old patches
Bumpy walls from past repairs are smoothed with a thin skim coat before priming.
Paint that won't wipe clean
Flat or matte paint in a kitchen marks easily and burnishes when scrubbed. We switch to a washable satin or semi-gloss.
A wallpaper border along the ceiling
Removing an old border often leaves a paste line or paint edge. We clean, patch and paint so the wall reads as one color.
Grease film on the walls
Walls near the stove collect cooking oil you can feel with a fingertip. It has to come off completely before any coat goes on.
What we do on the job
- Color and finish selectionColor samples and a sheen recommendation for kitchen walls, ceilings and trim.
- ProtectionWe mask the kitchen carefully and move small items out of the way.
- Wallpaper removalOld paper scored, steamed or soaked, peeled off and the paste washed away.
- 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 cleanupMasking removed, touch-ups done and the kitchen left ready to use.
Materials and finishes
Satin paintA soft sheen that cleans well and hides wall flaws better than gloss.
Paint or wallpaperPaint is easiest to touch up; wallpaper adds pattern and works best away from the range.
Stain-blocking primerSeals water marks, smoke and grease shadows so they don't bleed through.
Vinyl and scrubbable wallpaperWashable papers that stand up to daily cleaning.
Kitchen-and-bath paintFormulated for humid rooms with mildew resistance built in.
What the work looks like in Winfield homes
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Winfield
The site: a 1980s two-story in Winfield. The main complaint was faded paint and old patches. The result: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. On site this meant ceiling painting, wall painting, plus wallpaper hanging.
Before
AfterWheaton kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
This one is a 1990s two-story colonial near Downtown Wheaton. The kitchen as it was: blue-and-white decorative tile accent. 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, wall painting, plus wallpaper hanging.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Wheaton →
Before
AfterWarrenville kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Fox Hollow. The main complaint was faded paint and old patches. The result: the walls skim-coated and painted a warm white, crisp lines at the trim. Work included color and finish selection, protection, plus trim and cleanup.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Warrenville →
Before
AfterA Winfield 1980s two-story: before and after
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 →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Winfield
Finished: the same doors sprayed in light sand beige, new brushed nickel bar pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Winfield →How your kitchen painting job goes
- 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 Winfield homeowners
Can you paint my kitchen cabinets too?
Yes, as a separate job. Doors are removed and sprayed while the walls are painted on site.
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.
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.
Can I use my kitchen while you paint?
Mostly, yes. We keep a path to the fridge and sink open and clean up each day.
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.
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Other kitchen services in Winfield
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.