Kitchen Drywall & Painting by Garrett Construction
Professional kitchen drywall and painting services that deliver clean finishes, lasting results, and zero guesswork from start to finish.
5 Highlights on Kitchen Drywall & Painting
What sets Garrett Construction's drywall and painting services apart on every kitchen project.
Full-scope drywall work
Garrett Construction installs, repairs, and finishes drywall in kitchens of all sizes, from compact galley layouts to open-concept remodels requiring seamless transitions between walls and ceilings.
Surface prep before every coat
Kitchen drywall and painting starts with proper sanding, priming, and skim coating so paint adheres correctly and holds up against grease, steam, and daily wear.
Moisture-resistant board options
Kitchens need greenboard or cement board in high-humidity zones near sinks and dishwashers, and Garrett Construction specs the right panel for each application.
Professional-grade paint finishes
Satin and semi-gloss sheens are standard for kitchen walls because they clean easily and resist staining better than flat or eggshell finishes.
Clean job sites, every time
Crews protect countertops, cabinets, and flooring with drop cloths and painter's tape before any drywall dust or paint enters the space.
Our Kitchen Drywall & Painting Work
See examples of our professional drywall and painting work across kitchen projects in the Twin Cities area.
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Our Specialties
Drywall Installation & Repair
New drywall installation after wall modifications, patch repairs, and skim coating. We achieve perfectly smooth surfaces ready for paint.
Interior Kitchen Painting
Expert painting with premium, kitchen-grade paints. We handle walls, ceilings, trim, and accent walls with clean lines and even coverage.
Texture & Specialty Finishes
Smooth, orange peel, knockdown, or custom textures. We match existing textures or create new ones to suit your design vision.
Why Choose Our Kitchen Drywall & Painting
Garrett Construction brings hands-on general contracting experience to every kitchen drywall and painting project. That means you’re not hiring a crew that only paints or only hangs board — you’re hiring a team that understands how drywall, cabinetry, plumbing rough-ins, and electrical boxes all interact inside a kitchen wall system.
Our painters and drywall finishers work together on the same job. That coordination cuts down on scheduling gaps and prevents the common problem of a painter arriving to walls that aren’t properly finished or primed.
We use Level 4 and Level 5 drywall finishes in kitchens where lighting conditions or high-gloss paint would expose surface imperfections. Most contractors skip this step. We don’t.
Every kitchen drywall and painting job includes a walkthrough before we pack up. If you spot a missed spot, a thin coat, or a seam that caught the light wrong, we fix it <em>before we leave</em>. <strong>That’s not a policy — it’s how we work</strong>.
<b>Garrett Construction</b> is <strong>fully licensed and insured</strong>. We carry general liability coverage and workers’ compensation on every job, so you’re protected if anything goes sideways on site.
Signs You Need Kitchen Drywall & Painting
If any of these sound familiar, your kitchen walls need professional attention.
Visible Water Damage or Staining
Brown rings, soft spots, or bubbling paint on kitchen walls are signs that drywall has absorbed moisture. This happens near sinks, behind dishwashers, and along exterior walls and windows. Painting over water-damaged drywall without cutting out and replacing the affected panel leads to mold growth inside the wall cavity. Kitchen drywall repair addresses the source, not just the surface.
Cracks Along Seams or Corners
Hairline cracks at taped seams or inside corners mean the joint compound has failed or the building has shifted. These cracks widen over time and allow air infiltration. A professional kitchen drywall repair includes re-taping, re-mudding, and feathering the compound out so the repair blends with the surrounding wall.
Dull, Faded, or Yellowed Paint
Kitchen walls take more abuse than any other room. Cooking grease, smoke, and cleaning products break down paint film over time. When scrubbing no longer restores the surface, it’s time for a fresh coat of kitchen-grade paint with the right sheen level for your wall type.
Remodel or Cabinet Replacement
Removing old cabinets almost always exposes raw drywall, patched areas, or mismatched paint. A kitchen remodel isn’t complete without addressing the walls behind and above the new cabinet line. Garrett Construction patches, primes, and paints those areas so the finished kitchen looks intentional.
Popped Nails or Screw Heads
Nail pops and screw heads pushing through the wall surface are common in kitchens with temperature swings. Left alone, they create raised bumps under paint. Proper kitchen drywall repair involves driving a new fastener, dimpling the old one, applying joint compound, and sanding smooth before repainting.
Our Kitchen Drywall & Painting Process
Site Assessment
We walk the kitchen with you and identify every area that needs drywall repair, replacement, or new installation. We note moisture issues, existing paint conditions, and any surfaces that need priming before paint.
Surface Protection
Before any work starts, crews cover countertops, appliances, and flooring. Cabinet interiors get sealed with plastic sheeting to keep drywall dust out.
Drywall Installation or Repair
We cut out damaged panels, install new drywall, and fasten it to studs at the correct spacing. Seams get taped with fiberglass mesh or paper tape depending on the location, then coated with joint compound in multiple passes.
Sanding and Finishing
Each coat of mud dries fully before we sand. We work up to the specified finish level — Level 4 for standard kitchens, Level 5 where high-sheen paint or raking light demands a flawless surface.
Priming
We apply a PVA primer on new drywall and a stain-blocking primer on repaired areas to seal the surface and prevent flash.
Painting
Two finish coats go on with the correct roller nap and brush for the wall texture. We cut in edges by hand and back-roll for even coverage.
Final Walkthrough
We inspect every wall under direct light and fix anything that doesn't meet standard before we leave the site.
Brands We Use
Garrett Construction selects materials based on performance in kitchen environments — not price alone. Here are the brands our crews rely on for kitchen drywall and painting projects.
Safety note: All products Garrett Construction uses meet current VOC regulations. We ventilate work areas during painting and follow manufacturer guidelines for safe application and drying times.
FAQs About Kitchen Drywall & Painting
Common questions about kitchen drywall and painting answered by Garrett Construction.
Kitchen drywall and painting covers the full process of installing or repairing gypsum board on kitchen walls and ceilings, finishing seams and surfaces, and applying primer and paint to create a clean, durable finish suited to a cooking environment.
Repair drywall before painting any time you see cracks, holes, water stains, nail pops, or soft spots. Painting over damaged drywall traps problems under the surface and shortens the life of the paint job significantly.
Kitchens generate steam, condensation, and occasional water splashes. Standard drywall absorbs moisture and breaks down over time. Moisture-resistant panels — <i>greenboard</i> or <i>paperless gypsum board</i> — hold up in those conditions without deteriorating or growing mold inside the wall.
A standard kitchen drywall repair and paint job takes two to four days depending on the scope. New drywall installation with full finishing and two paint coats typically runs three to five days because each coat of joint compound and paint needs dry time before the next step.
You can in some cases, but priming is the right call when you’re painting over a darker color, covering a repaired area, or switching paint sheens. Skipping primer on new or repaired drywall causes uneven absorption and visible flashing in the finished coat.
Yes. Garrett Construction manages kitchen drywall installation, repair, finishing, and painting as a single coordinated project. You deal with one contractor, one schedule, and one point of contact from the first coat of mud to the final coat of paint.
Frequently Paired Services
Many of our clients combine kitchen drywall and painting with these complementary services for a more complete transformation.
Need Professional Kitchen Drywall & Painting?
Contact Garrett Construction today for a free consultation and detailed estimate for your kitchen drywall and painting project in the Minneapolis-St. Paul area.