Honoring Chicago's Architectural Legacy
Chicago's historic neighborhoods are filled with architectural treasures that deserve specialized care. In areas like Gresham, where many homes date back to the early 1900s, original plaster walls require expert preparation before wallpaper installation. Our historic home division brings decades of experience in working with these unique surfaces, ensuring beautiful results that honor the home's character.
Specialized Plaster Wall Preparation
Historic plaster walls present unique challenges that standard wallpaper installers often overlook. Our team is trained in historic plaster wall smoothing techniques that repair cracks, address uneven surfaces, and create the ideal substrate for wallpaper adhesion — all without damaging the original plaster. We use conservation-grade materials and methods approved by preservation specialists.
Period-Appropriate Materials & Designs
We maintain relationships with specialty wallpaper manufacturers who produce historically accurate patterns and materials. Whether you're restoring a Victorian-era home in Englewood or updating a Craftsman bungalow in Portage Park, we can source wallpapers that complement the home's original design intent while meeting modern performance standards.
Preservation Expertise
Trained in historic building conservation methods
Period Accuracy
Access to historically authentic patterns & materials
Gentle Techniques
Protect original plaster and architectural details