At Faux Fabrika, we believe that painting is more than just a coat of color – it is an art form that transforms your space into a reflection of your personality. Based in Skokie, our team brings together traditional craftsmanship and creative innovation to serve both residential and commercial clients. Whether you need a fresh look for your living room or a complete makeover for your office building, we treat every project as a blank canvas.Our journey began with a deep-rooted passion for art and design, which is why we specialize in faux finishes, trompe l'oeil, and custom decorative techniques that go far beyond standard painting. We are fully licensed, insured, and accredited by the BBB –...
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Residential & Commercial Painting
<p>Whether you need to refresh a single room or repaint an entire office building, Faux Fabrika delivers flawless results with minimal disruption. Our team uses premium paints and coatings that last, ensuring a smooth, even finish every time. We serve homeowners looking to boost curb appeal, property managers maintaining multiple units, and business owners wanting to create a welcoming environment for customers. Our process begins with a detailed consultation to understand your color prefe...
<p>Whether you need to refresh a single room or repaint an entire office building, Faux Fabrika delivers flawless results with minimal disruption. Our team uses premium paints and coatings that last, ensuring a smooth, even finish every time. We serve homeowners looking to boost curb appeal, property managers maintaining multiple units, and business owners wanting to create a welcoming environment for customers. Our process begins with a detailed consultation to understand your color preferences, surface conditions, and timeline. We then prepare the area meticulously – including patching, sanding, and priming – before applying two or more coats for optimal coverage. We protect your furniture and floors with drop cloths and plastic sheeting, and we clean up thoroughly after the job is done. For commercial clients, we work after hours or on weekends to avoid interrupting your operations. With Faux Fabrika, you get durability, beauty, and professionalism – all at a fair price.</p>
Faux Finishes & Trompe l'Oeil
<p>Transform ordinary walls into extraordinary works of art with our faux finishing and trompe l'oeil services. Faux finishes replicate the look of marble, wood grain, stone, suede, or metallic surfaces, adding texture and depth that standard paint cannot achieve. Trompe l'oeil – French for 'deceive the eye' – takes this further by creating realistic three-dimensional murals, such as a painted bookshelf, a window with a garden view, or architectural details like columns...
<p>Transform ordinary walls into extraordinary works of art with our faux finishing and trompe l'oeil services. Faux finishes replicate the look of marble, wood grain, stone, suede, or metallic surfaces, adding texture and depth that standard paint cannot achieve. Trompe l'oeil – French for 'deceive the eye' – takes this further by creating realistic three-dimensional murals, such as a painted bookshelf, a window with a garden view, or architectural details like columns and arches. These techniques are perfect for restaurants, hotels, luxury residences, and feature walls in any setting. Our artists work closely with you to design a custom pattern that complements your existing decor and lighting. We use high-quality glazes, plasters, and specialty tools to layer colors and create subtle variations that catch the eye. The result is a bespoke, handcrafted finish that adds significant value and personality to your property. Let us turn your wall into a conversation starter.</p>
Kitchen Cabinet Painting & Staining
<p>Give your kitchen or bathroom a instant makeover without the cost of full replacement. Faux Fabrika specializes in cabinet painting and staining, transforming dated or worn cabinetry into a showpiece. We begin by removing doors and hardware, then thoroughly clean and degrease all surfaces to ensure adhesion. Next, we sand and apply a high-bonding primer to prevent bleed-through and promote durability. For painting, we use cabinet-grade enamel that resists chipping, moisture, and daily w...
<p>Give your kitchen or bathroom a instant makeover without the cost of full replacement. Faux Fabrika specializes in cabinet painting and staining, transforming dated or worn cabinetry into a showpiece. We begin by removing doors and hardware, then thoroughly clean and degrease all surfaces to ensure adhesion. Next, we sand and apply a high-bonding primer to prevent bleed-through and promote durability. For painting, we use cabinet-grade enamel that resists chipping, moisture, and daily wear – available in any color you choose. For staining, we enhance the natural wood grain with rich, even tones and seal with a protective topcoat. Our spray application ensures a smooth, factory-like finish with no brush marks. We also offer color matching services if you need to replicate an existing stain or paint color. The entire process takes about 3-5 days, and we can work on-site or remove cabinets to our workshop for larger projects. Upgrade your space affordably with our expert craftsmanship.</p>
“Kasha and team have been great on numerous projects for me as a condominium association manager. All clients have been satisfied with work and Kasha is very responsive.”
— Joshua Knepper
“Kasha and her team were great!! Kasha was easy and helpful to communicate with and gives great suggestions that were very helpful. Cesar, Raffi, and Jorge did an excellent job on the painting project and we enjoyed meeting them. We will gladly hire Kasha’s team for any future projects at our home!
Services
Paint indoors”
— Amelia Linman
“Our building (four-flat) had an excellent experience with Faux Fabrika. We had the front and back indoor stairwells painted (for the first time in probably decades) and they came out beautifully. Our painters were extremely professional, kind, and talented. The owner is also great to work with and will get your needs addressed efficiently and effectively! I’d highly recommend Faux Fabrika for any painting projects you might have.
Price assessment
Reasonable price
Services
Paint indoors, Interior painting”
— Rachael Hogan
“Faux Fabrica is doing an outstanding job on our project! From the start, the team is professional, creative, and detail-oriented. They took the time to understand our vision and delivered results that went beyond our expectations. The finishes look elegant and high-end, and the quality of their workmanship is clear in every corner.
Communication is excellent throughout the process—they are responsive, punctual, and respectful of our home. It’s rare to find a company that combines artistry with such reliability, but Faux Fabrica really does.
Price assessment
Reasonable price
Services
Custom painting, Paint indoors”
— Pawel Paul Suder
“Kasha and her crew have done a great job for me over the past several months! Faux Fabrika staff members are professional and detailed in their work and I’ll be calling them again when I need painting!”
— Kate Dominique
“Working with Kasha was fantastic. Such a kind person. Kasha come over to estimate the job and help make suggestions. Pricing was reasonable, and scheduling was easy. Kasha was available to reach out to with questions throughout the process.
Arbey was extremely skilled and very efficient. He painted my guest room, staircase, accent wall, and doghouse. He also did a stellar job making sure everything was clean after.
I'm thrilled with the results and it gives my place a beautiful sophisticated look.
I'll definitely be reaching out Faux Fabrika again for my next paint job!
Price assessment
Great price
Services
Custom painting, Paint indoors, Drywall repair”
— Elliot Trotter
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At Faux Fabrika, we believe that painting is more than just a coat of color – it is an art form that transforms your space into a reflection of your personality. Based in Skokie, our team brings together traditional craftsmanship and creative innovation to serve both residential and commercial clients. Whether you need a fresh look for your living room or a complete makeover for your office building, we treat every project as a blank canvas.Our journey began with a deep-rooted passion for art and design, which is why we specialize in faux finishes, trompe l'oeil, and custom decorative techniques that go far beyond standard painting. We are fully licensed, insured, and accredited by the BBB – a testament to our commitment to quality and integrity. From drywall installation and popcorn removal to staining and power washing, we handle the full spectrum of coating needs with precision and care.What sets us apart is our consultative approach. We listen to your ideas, offer expert color advice, and guide you through every step – from the first estimate to the final walkthrough. No project is too small or too complicated. Let us help you create a place you will love, one brushstroke at a time.
