Expert Cabinet & Furniture Refinishing

Four decades of craftsmanship delivering durable, beautifully refinished cabinets and furniture.

Serving homeowners and businesses across the North Shore for 40+ years

About Us

Craftsmanship You Can Trust

Northshore Finishing brings over 40 years of experience to every project. We specialize in cabinet refinishing, refacing, respraying, and furniture restoration, combining meticulous preparation with durable finishes that stand the test of time. Our work enhances the natural beauty of your cabinetry while delivering results built to last.

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Our Craftsmanship

The Difference Is in the Details

A selection of recent refinishing and refacing projects.

Our Services

Solutions Designed to Transform Your Home

Cabinet Refinishing

Restore the beauty of your existing cabinets with a durable, factory‑smooth finish that looks brand new.

Cabinet Refacing

Update your kitchen with new doors, drawers, and hardware while keeping your existing cabinet boxes.

Cabinet Respraying

A cost‑effective way to refresh your cabinets with a flawless, professional spray finish

Furniture Refinishing

Bring new life to tables, dressers, and heirloom pieces with careful, detail‑driven restoration.

Areas of Opperation

White kitchen cabinets with black countertops and stainless steel oven built-in.

We proudly serve Deerfield, Lake Forest, Glenview, Wilmette, Barrington, Crystal Lake, Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Grayslake, Glenview, Gurnee, Long Grove, Northbrook, Libertyville, Hawthorne Woods, Kildeer, Wauconda, Wilmette, Highland Park, Arlington Heights, Chicago, Glencoe, Palatine and Surrounding Areas!

Kitchen cabinets before and after painting: brown cabinets transformed to white with a dark countertop.

Success Story

A Kitchen Makeover That Helped Sell a Home Faster

Project Stats:

📋Scope:

Repainting, wood-grain fill glazing

💰Investment:

$12,000

🎯Goal:

Prep for spring listing

Kitchen cabinets before and after painting: brown cabinets transformed to white with a dark countertop.

"Nobody would ever imagine this was the same kitchen.”

Jon’s refinishing work completely transformed the space, giving the cabinets a richer, updated look that immediately impressed buyers. He worked quietly, cleanly, and around the family’s schedule — the kitchen stayed usable every night.

When the homeowners left out a single sample cabinet door during a showing, the home sold months earlier than expected.

"I only wish I’d hired Jon five years earlier.”

Success Story

A Kitchen Makeover That Helped Sell a Home Faster

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Kitchen cabinets before and after painting: brown cabinets transformed to white with a dark countertop.
Congratulations! Northshore Finishing ranked #1 in Grayslake, shown with two

Recognized as Grayslake’s Best Contractor for 2025

Northshore Finishing was officially named the Best Contractor in Grayslake for 2025, a distinction awarded by BusinessRate and based entirely on verified Google review data — not applications, nominations, or paid submissions.

This recognition highlights what homeowners consistently say about working with Jon:

  • exceptional craftsmanship
  • reliable, respectful service
  • clean, quiet workmanship
  • results that genuinely improve a home’s value

It’s a data‑driven award that reflects real customer satisfaction and real project outcomes — the same qualities you’ve already showcased in your success story.

A Reputation Built on Authentic Feedback

BusinessRate’s analysis compares local contractors across customer satisfaction, brand reputation, and service excellence. Northshore Finishing ranked at the top because homeowners repeatedly describe the same experience:
 professional, meticulous, and trustworthy.

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Award-Winning Excellence

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Start Your Project

Trusted Craftsmanship for Over 40 Years

Contact Us

Call (847) 791‑1200 or fill out the form to schedule your project consultation. With over 40 years of cabinet refinishing and refacing experience, we’re ready to elevate the look and feel of your home. Your information is always kept private, and you’ll hear back from us within 24 hours.

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Address

155 Wicks Street, Grayslake, IL 60030, United States
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Company number 24/7

(847) 791-1200