Portland Metro · Oregon
Drywall Remodeling in Portland, OR
Kitchen, bath, basement and whole-home remodels — old-to-new drywall finishing and texture matching.
Remodel drywall lives at the intersection of old and new. The new work has to blend into the existing walls and ceilings so the whole room reads as one — not as a fresh patch next to 30-year-old texture.
What drywall remodeling really involves
Remodels are where texture-matching and Level 5 finish earn their keep. When you take down a wall between the kitchen and living room, the new ceiling patch (and the new wall corner) is finished and textured to blend with the original surface. When you gut a bathroom, the new drywall is taped, finished and textured at the hallway transition. When you finish a basement, the new drywall is finished to the agreed texture and paint scope.
We handle the drywall on kitchen, bath, basement, primary-suite, whole-home, additions and pop-top remodels. Our scope typically starts after demo (yours or your GC's), through framing coordination, hang, tape, finish, texture match and paint. We coordinate closely with the GC and other trades so the drywall doesn't hold up the schedule.
For most great-room remodels (wall removals) we recommend Level 5 finish on any accent-lit or expansive wall. The skim coat helps level the surface before primer and paint. Existing surfaces, paint sheen and lighting affect the final appearance.
What we cover under drywall remodeling
Kitchen remodel drywall
New walls, patched ceilings, pantry rebuilds, matched texture, paint-ready before cabinets.
Bathroom remodel drywall
Paperless / MR gypsum in wet zones, cement board substrate coordinated with tile setter.
Basement remodel drywall
Full basement finish — see Basement Drywall Installation for a dedicated deep-dive.
Primary suite remodel drywall
Bedroom, bath and closet drywall in one coordinated scope.
Wall-removal remodels
Great-room wall-removal repairs with Level 5 finishing to blend ceiling patches.
Addition and pop-top drywall
Room additions, second-story pop-tops, dormer conversions — new drywall tied into old.
Whole-home remodels
Full-home drywall on gut renovations from close-in through final paint.
Our process
The same repeatable process on every drywall remodeling job — no surprises, no hand-offs.
- 01
Scope walk
Walk-through with you or your GC — old-to-new transitions, texture notes and finish level agreed up front.
- 02
Framing coordination
Any missing framing, blocking or corrections handled before rock.
- 03
Hang
New drywall hung to blend with existing plane — thin coats on top where needed to level with old work.
- 04
Tape and three-coat mud
Paper tape, three coats, sanded to Level 4 — Level 5 in accent-lit areas.
- 05
Texture match
Existing texture matched on scrap first, then blended into new work.
- 06
Prime and paint
Full-wall or full-ceiling painting selected for the repaired surface and agreed scope.
- 07
Punch
Walk-through with you before we call it done.
Why choose Aesthetic Construction
Kitchen and bath remodels are the highest-volume residential work across the Portland metro — Alameda, Laurelhurst, Sellwood, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego. Wall-removal great-room remodels are ubiquitous in 1970s ranches from Cedar Hills to Milwaukie. We remodel-finish weekly.
- Old-to-new transitions taped, finished and texture-matched.
- Level 5 finish in accent-lit remodels.
- Paperless / MR gypsum in wet-zone remodels — no upcharge.
- Tight schedule coordination with GC and other trades.
- One accountable trade for drywall, texture and paint.
- Licensed, bonded, insured — Oregon CCB #252320.
What you get
- Remodel doesn't look like a remodel — reads as one continuous space.
- No visible seams between new and existing.
- Owner-coordinated drywall, texture and painting as scoped.
- Level 5 available for the walls that will show every flaw.
Frequently asked questions
Do you do drywall on kitchen and bath remodels?
Yes — kitchen and bath drywall is a huge share of our remodel work. We coordinate with the tile setter, plumber, electrician and cabinet installer to keep the schedule tight.
Can you blend new drywall into old texture?
Yes — texture matching is our standard remodel scope. Knockdown, orange peel, hand and smooth all matched on scrap first, then blended into the existing plane.
Do I need Level 5 for my remodel?
Recommended for any accent-lit or expansive wall — great rooms, primary bedroom walls, hallway walls with sconces. Everywhere else Level 4 is standard.
How much does drywall remodeling cost in Portland?
Bath remodels typically add $2,500–$5,500 in drywall scope; kitchen remodels $3,500–$7,500; whole-home remodels vary widely. Free itemized estimate against your plan or scope of work.
Do you work with my GC?
Yes — most of our remodel volume is sub work for Portland-area GCs. We also work direct for homeowners on smaller-scope remodels.
Can you do the drywall while I'm living in the house?
Yes for most single-room remodels, with dust control and clear work-zone boundaries. Whole-home remodels are usually more comfortable if the house is empty for the drywall phase.
How long does a bathroom remodel drywall scope take?
Typical bathroom drywall runs 3–5 working days — demo (if included), rock, three-coat mud with drying time, texture, prime and paint.
Do you handle demo?
Yes for drywall demo. Full remodel demo (cabinets, flooring, plumbing fixtures) is usually the GC or homeowner.
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New Construction Drywall
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Moisture-aware, mold-resistant, finish-ready drywall for Portland basement remodels.
View detailsDrywall Texture Repair
Knockdown, orange peel, hand and smooth — texture matching for repaired walls and ceilings.
View detailsADU Drywall Services
Detached, attached and garage-conversion ADUs — code-correct fire and sound assemblies, finish, paint.
View detailsFor Builders & General Contractors
Drywall subcontracting for new construction and small commercial projects
Hanging, taping, mudding, Level 4 and Level 5 finishing, texture and interior painting — with reliable scheduling, professional communication and clean jobsites. Licensed, bonded and insured · Oregon CCB #252320.
COI and W-9 available on request.
Request a free drywall remodeling estimate
Written, itemized and no obligation. We respond to estimate inquiries received during business hours the same business day. Written-estimate timing depends on project scope and any required assessment.
Oregon CCB #252320. Fully insured on every project. Certificates on request.
Available across the Portland metro
Drywall Remodeling is available in every city we serve.