Old paint in a home built before 1978
In older Wood Dale homes we treat existing paint as possibly lead-based and prep it with lead-safe methods.
Serving Wood Dale & nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Wood Dale, IL
Kitchen walls and ceilings in Wood Dale degreased, patched and painted in a washable finish, or papered with a scrubbable wallcovering.
- Crews working in Wood Dale ZIP 60191
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Kitchen wall problems we fix in Wood Dale
A fresh wall color is the quickest way to change how a kitchen feels. Our Wood Dale painters protect the cabinets and counters, fix the wall surface, and apply paint or wallpaper chosen to stand up to cooking and cleaning.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Holes from moved shelves and hardware
Anchor holes, nail pops and old TV or shelf mounts are filled, sanded and spot-primed before painting.
Dated or peeling wallpaper
Loose seams and faded borders come off. Removal is slow, careful work so the wall underneath survives.
Cracks around windows and doors
We repair cracks above doors and windows properly so they don't show again a month after painting.
What we do on the job
- Color and finish selectionWe help pick colors and the right sheen for each surface: walls, ceiling and trim.
- Wallpaper removalOld paper scored, steamed or soaked, peeled off and the paste washed away.
- 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.
- 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.
Options to choose from
Vinyl and scrubbable wallpaperWashable papers that stand up to daily cleaning.
Semi-gloss paintMore shine and moisture resistance, so imperfections show a little more.
Kitchen-and-bath paintA good fit where steam and condensation are a daily thing.
Paint or wallpaperChoose paint for durability near cooking, paper for an accent wall or dining area.
Satin paintThe usual choice for kitchen walls: washable without being shiny.
Kitchens like yours in Wood Dale: before and after
Before
AfterWood Dale kitchen, postwar Cape Cod: kitchen wall painting & wallpaper
The site: a postwar Cape Cod in Wood Dale. The kitchen as it was: yellow 4-inch tile. 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. The job covered degreasing, patching and skim coating, plus ceiling painting.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Itasca
The site: a 1980s two-story in Itasca. Before: blue-and-white decorative tile accent. 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 wallpaper removal, priming, plus wall painting.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Itasca →
Before
AfterAn Elk Grove Village 1950s ranch: before and after
The site: a 1950s ranch in Elk Grove Village. Before: mint-green 4-inch ceramic tile. The reason for the call: 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 degreasing, patching and skim coating, plus wall painting.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a 1950s ranch, Wood Dale
Cabinets in soft white with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a blue handmade-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterA Wood Dale 1960s ranch: before and after
The same doors sprayed in powder blue, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Wood Dale →Day by day
- 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.
- PrepProtection, paper removal, degreasing, patching and primer.
- Paint or paperCeiling, walls and trim painted, or wallpaper hung, often within a few days.
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper questions from Wood Dale homeowners
Do you hang wallpaper I've already bought?
Sure. We'll confirm there's enough for pattern matching and that it suits the space.
Do you need to remove old wallpaper before painting?
We recommend removal. In rare cases, well-bonded paper can be sealed and painted, but it's rarely the best choice.
What does it cost to paint a kitchen?
We price after a walkthrough, since wallpaper removal and patching vary. The estimate is itemized.
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 paint ceilings too?
Yes. A fresh ceiling makes new wall color look its best.
Wood Dale contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
All contractors (general, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, roofing, etc.) must register with the City before a permit is issued. Requires Certificate of Insurance ($2,000,000 public liability) naming the City, state license/IDPH registration if applicable. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for kitchen painting job in Wood Dale?
It depends on the scope. Wood Dale's rule in short: A permit is required for any alteration or repair of a building. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department.
Do you work in my part of Wood Dale?
Yes. Our crews work across Wood Dale — ZIP 60191 — and nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village, Addison.
Working in Wood Dale
- A lot of Wood Dale kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Wood Dale homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60191
Kitchen Wall Painting & Wallpaper nearby
Other kitchen services in Wood Dale
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.