Business Details
Luxury Interior Painting & Cabinet Refinishing Experts in Chicago
Since our inception, ERNST Painting & Fine Finishes has been dedicated to providing unparalleled luxury interior painting and refinishing services for Chicagos most discerning clientele. With over two decades of specialized experience, we serve suburban mansions, downtown penthouses, and single-family estates with meticulous attention to detail. Our team combines technical expertise with artistic vision, delivering high-gloss cabinetry, faux finishes, and wallpaper installations that elevate residential spaces. Recognized by designer brands like Clive Christian and Christopher Peacock, we maintain strict quality control through our multi-step restoration process and premium material selection.Every project benefits from our commitment to competitive pricing without compromising craftsmanship, as evidenced by our comprehensive preparation protocols and multiple finish coats. Our showroom at Chicago Luxury Furniture Centre demonstrates our capability to transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary living environments. Fully insured and bonded, we prioritize clear communication and reliable service execution while maintaining dust-controlled work environments through advanced equipment. The trust weve earned from repeat clients and industry professionals validates our position as Chicagos premier luxury home finishing specialists.
Services
Cabinet Painting
Interior Painting
Faux Finishes
Wallpaper Installation
Cabinet Restoration
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of specialized luxury home painting experience
- Preferred vendor for designer brands Clive Christian and Christopher Peacock
- Premium product selection with global color availability
- Fully insured and bonded professional services
- Award-winning team of master painters and faux finish specialists
What people say
Terrific work
Reliable painters
Excellent work
Spotless work site
Best team of painters
Services
Cabinet Painting
Our cabinet painting service transforms kitchen and bathroom cabinetry with precision multi-coat finishing. We follow rigorous preparation protocols including surface degreasing, sanding to 400-grit smoothness, and hardware cataloging. Using premium paints and high-build primers, we achieve durable, showpiece results that match or exceed original cabinetry quality. Clients benefit from our 20+ years of luxury home experience and brand partnerships.
Interior Painting
Luxury interior painting service featuring dust-minimizing techniques and premium paint selection. Our process includes surface protection, defect repair, and multiple topcoat applications for optimal durability. The velvet touch finish system ensures flawless wall surfaces that withstand high-traffic areas while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Faux Finishes
Specialized faux finishing techniques create unique wall textures that elevate luxury spaces. Our master artists employ glazing, toning, and specialty coating methods developed over 20+ years of estate work. The results combine traditional European techniques with modern materials for one-of-a-kind finishes that outlast typical paint applications.
Wallpaper Installation
Precision wallpaper application for luxury residential spaces using premium materials. Our expert installers ensure perfect pattern matching and seamlessness across custom wall surfaces. The service includes surface preparation, lining paper application where needed, and specialized hanging techniques for textured or patterned wallcoverings.
Cabinet Restoration
Comprehensive cabinet restoration preserves functional cabinetry while achieving showroom-quality finishes. Our multi-step process includes surface repair, color transformation, and high-gloss lacquer application. Clients save 50-70% versus replacement costs while gaining durable, visually enhanced storage solutions that maintain architectural integrity.
People
Bill
Owner
With over two decades of luxury home finishing experience, Bill leads ERNST Painting & Fine Finishes's technical operations and client relations. His expertise in high-gloss cabinetry restoration has earned recognition from premier design brands. He personally oversees complex color matching projects and ensures adherence to our no-shortcuts methodology.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We specialize in Chicagos luxury neighborhoods including Gold Coast, Lincoln Park, North Shore communities (Hinsdale, Winnetka, Lake Forest), and downtown high-rises.
Can you match existing cabinetry finishes?
Yes - our precision color-matching system and 20+ years of finish experience allow us to replicate even the most complex cabinet finishes with 98% accuracy.
What paint brands do you use?
We exclusively use premium Benjamin Moore and Farrow & Ball products, providing access to over 3,500 color options for luxury home applications.
Do you offer warranty on services?
All projects include a 5-year warranty covering finish durability, adhesion, and colorfastness when using our recommended maintenance protocol.
How do you protect adjacent surfaces?
We employ specialized drop cloths, plastic sheeting, and tape systems to protect floors and fixtures. Our Festool dust-extraction equipment captures 95% of particulates during sanding phases.
Can you work during home occupancy?
Yes - our staged process and dust-control measures allow homeowners to remain in residence with minimal disruption during most interior projects.
