205 N Michigan Ave, Suite 810A, Chicago, IL
Escala Remodeling
Living room in a Chicago two-flat after an interior painting makeover, greige walls and white trim

Interior Painting Makeovers in Chicago

The fastest way to make a home feel new. Walls, ceilings, trim and doors with the patching and prep that make the difference between a paint job and a makeover.

Interior painting

Prep is the job. Paint is the last step.

Most paint jobs fail at the prep: nail pops left unfilled, cracks painted over, trim not caulked. We patch and sand first, prime where it matters, then cut in by hand and roll even coats. The result is a room that looks like it was built yesterday.

We paint occupied homes every week, so furniture gets moved and covered, floors are protected and the room is back in use the same evening whenever possible. Need a color opinion? Ask. We see a lot of Chicago apartments and know what reads well in north light.

  • Patching, sanding and caulking before the first coat
  • Walls, ceilings, trim, doors and cabinets
  • Furniture moved and covered, floors protected
  • Whole-home repaints, condo turnovers and single rooms
What we do

What a painting project can include

Every project is different. We build a scope that fits your space, your goals and your budget.

Walls & ceilings

Two even coats in a washable finish that suits the room.

Trim, doors & cabinets

Enamel finishes on casing, baseboard, doors and built-ins.

Patching & prep

Nail pops, cracks, holes and old patches made invisible first.

Color help

Honest advice on colors and sheens for Chicago light.

Accent walls

Feature walls, two-tone rooms and ceiling color.

Condo & apartment repaints

Clean, quiet work with building rules respected.

Move-in / move-out

Fast turnarounds between tenants or before listing.

Clean handover

Outlets back on, floors vacuumed, touch-up paint labeled.

How it works

A simple, straightforward process

Remodeling should feel exciting, not stressful. Here is what working with us looks like.

01

Consultation

We talk through what you want, look at the space and ask the questions that change the price.

02

Line-item estimate

You get a written proposal with labor and materials priced separately, so you see where the money goes.

03

Build

We protect your home, keep the site clean and send you updates as each phase finishes.

04

Final walkthrough

We go through every detail together before the last payment. If something is off, we fix it.

Questions

Painting FAQ

Do you patch and repair drywall before painting?

Always. Patching is part of every painting estimate, and larger drywall repairs are priced as their own line so you can see the difference.

How long does it take to paint a room or a whole apartment?

A single room is usually one day. A two-bedroom apartment, walls and ceilings, takes two to four days depending on prep and trim.

Do I need to move my furniture?

No. We move what we can, cover the rest and put everything back.

Which paint do you use?

Quality lines from Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore unless you ask for something specific. We will recommend the sheen for each surface.

Can you paint kitchen or bathroom cabinets?

Yes. Cabinet refinishing is cleaned, degreased, sanded, primed and sprayed or brushed in enamel for a durable finish.

Let's talk about your painting project.

Call, text or send a message and we will set up a time to come see the space.

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