--- title: "All-City Masonry Staining LLC — Paint & Wall Covering Dealers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/paint-and-wall-covering-dealers/all-city-masonry-staining-llc-pfvwus-pf~152316791 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~152316791.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "All-City Masonry Staining LLC" category: ["Paint & Wall Covering Dealers"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e7f3b7e804ee0b29_1146-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Chicago, IL, Chicago, Illinois 60609, United States" latitude: 41.8097 longitude: -87.6533 phone: "(312) 459-8937" website: http://allcitybrickstaining.houzz.com rating: 5 review_count: 14 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 43 last_updated: 2026-09-21 --- # All-City Masonry Staining LLC Original Houzz profile: [All-City Masonry Staining LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/paint-and-wall-covering-dealers/all-city-masonry-staining-llc-pfvwus-pf~152316791) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Paint & Wall Covering Dealers - **Location:** Chicago, IL - **Serves:** Chicago, Cicero, Evanston, Schaumburg, Arlington Heights, Palatine, Oak Lawn, Berwyn, Oak Park, Glenview, Northbrook, Elk Grove Village, Burbank, Chicago Heights, Melrose Park, Elmwood Park, Maywood, Crest Hill, Evergreen Park, Alsip, Palos Hills, Bridgeview, Hickory Hills, Chicago Ridge, Forest Park, Justice, Palos Heights, River Forest, Summit, Worth, Lyons, River Grove, Riverside, Broadview, North Riverside, Calumet Park, Stickney, Palos Park, Hometown, Merrionette Park, Forest View, Bedford Park, McCook, america, Hines, national, Summit Argo, Whiting - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (14 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2025–2026), for Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 100 Ideabook Saves For More INFO email Acmstaining@gmail.com or call our office number 312.459.8937. Our mission is to work with our customers in obtaining their dream home style through our art of brick staining. Informing, educating and bringing awareness about the differences between traditional acrylic/latex based paints and mineral-based paints is what I, Christopher Balke founder and owner of All City Brick Staining LLC have been doing for the past 4 years. With over a decade in the Masonry Staining Industry, I have never truly believed in the product; until I started using mineral based paints and stains. They are the only products meant to be used on masonry. Color Matching has been my specialty for over a decade that I have been able to pass on to the gifted color techs that work with us now. We are also the only company that offers Full Exterior Transformations. We have such a large list of contractors that we work with and for, that we are able to recommend any trade that you may require. We are truly a ONE-STOP SHOP. Call Christopher at 312 459 8937 or email him at chris@acmstaining.com for more information about our full exterior transformations Have your Dream Home come alive! ### Services Provided - Paint Sales - block - brick painting - brick staining - masonry painting - masonry staining - mortar painting and staining ### Areas Served - Chicago - Cicero - Evanston - Schaumburg - Arlington Heights - Palatine - Oak Lawn - Berwyn - Oak Park - Glenview - Northbrook - Elk Grove Village - Burbank - Chicago Heights - Melrose Park - Elmwood Park - Maywood - Crest Hill - Evergreen Park - Alsip - Palos Hills - Bridgeview - Hickory Hills - Chicago Ridge - Forest Park - Justice - Palos Heights - River Forest - Summit - Worth - Lyons - River Grove - Riverside - Broadview - North Riverside - Calumet Park - Stickney - Palos Park - Hometown - Merrionette Park - Forest View - Bedford Park - McCook - america - Hines - national - Summit Argo - Whiting ### Typical Job Cost $3,000 - 15,000 The typical charge is between $3.00 and $8.00 per sf. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | All-City Masonry Staining LLC | | Address | Chicago, IL, Chicago, Illinois 60609, United States | | Phone | (312) 459-8937 | | Website | http://allcitybrickstaining.houzz.com | | License Number | 2341815 | | Followers on Houzz | 43 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/acmstaining - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/acmstaining - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/allcitymasonrystaining - Blog — Acmstaining.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [All-City Masonry Staining LLC](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/paint-and-wall-covering-dealers/all-city-masonry-staining-llc-pfvwus-pf~152316791) - **Website:** http://allcitybrickstaining.houzz.com - **Phone:** (312) 459-8937 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Certified with the use of Mineral Based Paints and Stains - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2025–2026), for Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 14 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Simone L, April 2025** > Chris did an amazing job on our brick house. We went from a pale yellow brick to a dark brown and it totally transformed the house! It looks brand new. The colors pop and it looks even better than I thought it would. So so happy with the results! **★★★★★ — Fallon, July 2024** > Chris worked absolute magic on our brick house. It truly is better than I could have imagined. I knew that a face lift would be good for our curb appeal but wow! We’ve had tons of people in the neighborhood stop us to tell us it looks fantastic and to ask for Chris’s information. I would work again with him a million times over. He is reliable, patient, and precise. **★★★★★ — Magda R, July 2017** > Chris completely transformed the outside of our house. His work was excellent and done at a competitive price. I highly recommend All-City. **★★★★★ — Niko Michas, March 2017** > All-City stained the brick in a 7 unit that we purchased. we purchased it as an "eye-sore" and had to do major renovations. > > staining the brick made the entire building look new. id definitely recommend them in the future. **Comment from All-City Masonry Staining LLC:** > Niko, > > Thank you so much for your review. It was our pleasure top work for you and hopefully we will continue those amazing services for you. I never forget and will never forget you and your family. Thank you again **★★★★★ — marchybird, Feb. 2017** > Chris is a true artist. Our Chicago common brick cannot be painted as it will cause the brick to erode. Staining was the only option and Chris elevated my dark brown, green and pink brick to a clean and modern palette of tranquil greys. Chris is creative, a great collaborator and always mindful of the bottom line. I am thrilled with my 'new' house. Thank you, Chris! **Comment from All-City Masonry Staining LLC:** > Your very welcome. We strive to provide our artistic touch. **★★★★★ — Timothy Rhoten, Feb. 2017** > I have used Chris and All City Masonry now on 5 of my brick flips, he has been able to make the old brick look beautiful again, stands by his product and has always been a man of his word. If you are looking a complete makeover, at an affordable worthwhile price then give him a call. **Comment from All-City Masonry Staining LLC:** > Tim, > > Thank you for taking your time to write the review and post the pics. Tim has been an amazing colleague and friend. Red Carpet Realty all the way. **★★★★★ — Nicole Moltz, Feb. 2017** > Chris completely transformed the outside of our home . He took so much time helping me choose the grout color and the coordinating brick tone and provided samples directly on the brick so we can determine the correct color . > I would highly recommend this company to update the exterior appearance of your home **Comment from All-City Masonry Staining LLC:** > Nicole, > > Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. It was such a pleasure working with you on your home. It is absolutely gorgeous. I know you love you home as you should. Say hi to the family and I will talk with you soon once this weather warms up. **★★★★★ — John Chmela, Feb. 2017** > All-City Masonry is the gold standard for excellence. We have been recommending All-City Masonry to all of my customers, and every single time, we have received rave reviews. ACM over delivers on professionalism (on-time and friendly). They deliver at or under budget, and they clean-up so that the place is cleaner than when they first started. Chris Balke is the consummate professional. We highly recommend the services of All-City Masonry **Comment from All-City Masonry Staining LLC:** > John, > > Thank you so much for your review. I will keep in touch as I would love to continue our talks. **★★★★★ — Will Starostka, Feb. 2017** > We have been working with All-City for a few years now. > Exceptional service and outstanding work. > I highly recommend this company. **Comment from All-City Masonry Staining LLC:** > Thank you Will for your review. It is very much appreciated. > > Christopher Balke **★★★★★ — Collin Shea, Jan. 2016** > It completely changed my outlook on the way home renovation can be done. It is an affordable and efficient way to make a brand new look for the exterior on your house. GREAT customer service. **★★★★★ — douglondon8, Jan. 2016** > Chris from All-City Masonry staining is a true professional with the experience to get the job done right the first time. Look no further if you need any type of brick or concrete tinting done in the Chicagoland area. **★★★★★ — Marc Geslani, Jan. 2016** > Chris' work is simply incredible! He is a true artisan. We were completely remodeling the front-half of our house which was clad in 50-plus year old red-turned-pink brick on three sides - the back and sides. Long story short, we clad the front of the house in new, brown brick which had hints of beige pebbles. Chris and his team stained the old brick exactly -- emphasis on exactly -- matching the new brick right down to the effect that the beige pebbles had in lightening the basic brown of the brick. Three years later, the new and old brick remain practically indistinguishable -- no fading or eroding of the stain has taken place. **Comment from All-City Masonry Staining LLC:** > Thank you Marc for your review. It is very much appreciated and only helps the next customers. Thank you for paying it forward. I wish you and your family all the best and home everything is working out for you and your beautiful home. > > Christopher Balke ## Selected projects - [Wheaton Brick Staining](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wheaton-brick-staining-pj-vj~2503961) - Location: Wheaton, IL - Photos: 2 - [Frankfort Transformation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/frankfort-transformation-pj-vj~2484342) - Location: Frankfort, IL - Photos: 5 - [Lockport Brick Staining](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lockport-brick-staining-pj-vj~2371456) - Location: Lockport, IL - Photos: 3 - [Downers Grove Brick Transformation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/downers-grove-brick-transformation-pj-vj~2382257) - Location: Downers Grove, IL - Photos: 5 - [Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fireplaces-pj-vj~2373032) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Restoration](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/restoration-pj-vj~1523593) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 14 - [Burbank Three Color Grey Blend](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/burbank-three-color-grey-blend-pj-vj~2334792) - Location: Burbank, IL - Photos: 5 - [All White Mineralized Brick & Mortar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/all-white-mineralized-brick-and-mortar-pj-vj~2325571) - Location: Clarendon Hills, IL - Photos: 2 - [Lincoln Park Transformation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lincoln-park-transformation-pj-vj~2325962) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 2 - [Masonry Mineralizing](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/masonry-mineralizing-pj-vj~2325559) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 7 - [Custom Exterior Transformation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/custom-exterior-transformation-pj-vj~2049702) - Location: Chicago, IL - Photos: 10 - [Complete Color Transformation Wilmette, IL](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/complete-color-transformation-wilmette-il-pj-vj~1523958) - Location: Wilmette, IL - Photos: 16 - Description: We stained the mortar to a light grey color and then stained each brick to a multi color grey blend. We also painted the window, doors, and the shingle roof to complete the entire transformation. - [Logan Square Two Flat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/logan-square-two-flat-pj-vj~1523599) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 [See all 13 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/paint-and-wall-covering-dealers/all-city-masonry-staining-llc-pfvwus-pf~152316791) ## Ideabooks - [Color Scheme](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81621652/list/color-scheme) — 8 ideas - [Rendering](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/80068005/list/rendering) — 1 idea - [acmstaining's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/54581742/list/acmstaining-s-ideas) — 1 idea [See all 3 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/allcitybrickstaining) ## Community Q&A **Q: Did you use the same silicate-based stain on the roof?** *(in Photo Questions)* I had no idea you could just paint shingles like that - is there a lot of upkeep (to the roof) considering the clown-shoes weather we have here in Chicagoland? A: Jules, I apologize for the late response. After the business partnership our company is now All City Masonry Staining & Restoration, Inc. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at chris@acmstaining.com. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-21.*