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Advancepro llc
5.0(
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The team did an amazing job painting my 2 story condo. They were able to squeeze me in ahead of schedule and even finished earlier than quoted originally. I can't express how impressed I am with the work they did. I will definitely be contacting them again for future projects."
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+11

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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J.H Painting Services
5.0(
20
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"J.H. Painting Services did great exterior work on my home this weekend. I had exterior siding and deck power washed, front door painted, and brick foundation painted. All work was done at a high level of quality and in a timely manner. Communication for planning each of the tasks easy and reliable. Contractor arrived on time. I highly recommend for power washing and paint jobs."
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by47%of homeowners
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Spiros Painting
4.7(
71
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a fabulous experience with Spiro's. Spiro and his son, Dionysios, came out to my at the scheduled time for a free estimate, went over my expectations and their suggestions in detail, and provided a quote. The price was little more than I originally hoped to pay for painting, but after going over all the work that would have to be done because of the space and different materials in the room (for example, prepping/sanding of shelves), it seemed fair. In fact, I don't think I would have gotten a much better price from anyone else who would have done the job right. They were able to come to my house less than a week after providing the quote, and showed up on time with a team of three (Spiro, Jose, and Leo). They got the whole job done in one day and it looks AMAZING. My basement, which previously looked like a half-finished dungeon, now looks light and airy, and like a cozy, finished space that we can use as a den/playroom. It's amazing what a really good paint job can do! They even got my bookshelves (which had been partially destroyed by the waterproofers who had to jackhammer through the floor underneath them) looking great again. They were such a nice team of guys and on top of that, Spiro insisted that we try some of his delicious homemade Greek lunch with us, which was delicious. My 1 year old twins gobbled up that phyllo dish so fast, they barely came up for air! I would absolutely hire this company again for painting. They were professional, warm and friendly, and extremely skilled. Thanks, guys!"
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Abbyart Decorative Painting
4.8(
62
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I bought two of these deals for a two-day project. Mike was on-time and personable. As a bonus, he was able to do a lot of the trim as well. He even gave us his concurrence on our color scheme. His work was neat and came out beautifully. If we ever have a project in the future, we'll definitely call him. *He also does other projects beside painting, you just have to inquire."
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Master Bath Faux Marble
Master Bath Faux Marble

+8

Recommended by96%of homeowners
Perfect Painters
4.5(
77
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is awesome! They painted my house inside and out flawlessly! They also installed gorgeous vinyl plank flooring and carpet. I can’t say enough about the quality of the work! Workers were great and very efficient. The only glitz was in communication and that was partially because I’m difficult to reach. Would definitely give them a high recommendation!"
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Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Miguel Team LLC.
5.0(
29
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Miguel’s Team painting services was truly exceptional. We initially hired Miguel to paint our kitchen cabinets from their original wood stain to a dark forest green. Our cabinet colors came out great, and the service was reasonably priced.  Miguel’s Team did such an excellent job that we also hired them to repaint our entire house."
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Response time2 days
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Monsan Painting
5.0(
17
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Monsan Painting. He arrived on time ,explained exactly what he was going to do, and followed through on every detail plus went above and beyond . The work was professional, neat and done as promised. I’m very pleased with the results and would definitely hire him again."
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+15

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JW Home Improvement
4.4(
5,749
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Columbia, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2001

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"JW was excellent. We had a myriad of projects, including exterior and interior painting, drywall repair, exterior wood replacement and brick repair. They did a great job and paid attention to every detail. We had interior jobs and felt comfortable with the men inside our home. Moreover, they went above and beyond with labeling all of our paint cans (with the rooms in which each color was used) and moving them."
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Jesse Wertjes with Angie!

+8

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Columbia, MD

You'll need about two gallons of paint to fully cover your kitchen cabinets with two coats. Since each gallon covers around 350 square feet, it's a good idea to measure your cabinets or use a paint calculator to determine exactly how much you'll need. Starting with one or two coats of primer and then applying two to three layers of paint will give you a flawless, durable finish. Using high-quality paint can reduce the number of coats needed and provide a long-lasting finish.

The best type of paint for your kitchen cabinets is latex paint because it applies evenly and creates a durable finish. If you're painting wood surfaces and need extra adhesion, acrylic paint is a great alternative. We don't recommend oil-based paint for residential use due to its VOC emissions. For finishes, go with eggshell, semi-gloss, gloss, or satin, as matte finishes aren't as durable or as easy to clean.

The best method for painting kitchen cabinets is spray painting because it gives you a smooth, even finish without brush strokes. While brushes and rollers can work, they often leave marks and require more effort. If you're aiming for a professional look, spray painting is your best bet to enhance the beauty and durability of your cabinets.

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