My name is Omar Alvarado, in 2009, i started working in the paint industry and learn the skills, an excellent prep, will determine a great finish work! My crew and i, have a lot of experience working with water and oil base paint, interior/exterior residential paint work, also deck/ fence stain work. My clients are my number one priority, and I’ll go the extra mile to make sure they’re completely satisfied with my work. Have a specific project that requires professional attention? My services are designed to tackle even the most complex projects. Call me today to discover how I can help. (415) 377-0908
"Very well, any issues that came up were remedied without question. The work was above and beyond the agreed upon estimate."
Scott C on April 2024
My name is Omar Alvarado, in 2009, i started working in the paint industry and learn the skills, an excellent prep, will determine a great finish work! My crew and i, have a lot of experience working with water and oil base paint, interior/exterior residential paint work, also deck/ fence stain work. My clients are my number one priority, and I’ll go the extra mile to make sure they’re completely satisfied with my work. Have a specific project that requires professional attention? My services are designed to tackle even the most complex projects. Call me today to discover how I can help. (415) 377-0908
"Very well, any issues that came up were remedied without question. The work was above and beyond the agreed upon estimate."
Scott C on April 2024
We are a father/son owned company. With his over 40 years of experience, Tom (the Father) offers his knowledge and experience to assist you in all your questions and provides honest answers. We specialize in elastomerics, stains, epoxy/urethane, all latex paints, anti graffiti paints, and many, many more! Pacific Paint and Design is Insured up to $2 million dollars for your peace of mind, and we have Workers Compensation for our employees. We have very AFFORDABLE PRICES, and get the job done within your time frame!
"Tom and his son did an excellent job. Communication was clear, the price was very reasonable, and our house came out looking great. We'll use them for our future painting needs and I highly recommend them."
Jon H on April 2025
We are a father/son owned company. With his over 40 years of experience, Tom (the Father) offers his knowledge and experience to assist you in all your questions and provides honest answers. We specialize in elastomerics, stains, epoxy/urethane, all latex paints, anti graffiti paints, and many, many more! Pacific Paint and Design is Insured up to $2 million dollars for your peace of mind, and we have Workers Compensation for our employees. We have very AFFORDABLE PRICES, and get the job done within your time frame!
"Tom and his son did an excellent job. Communication was clear, the price was very reasonable, and our house came out looking great. We'll use them for our future painting needs and I highly recommend them."
Jon H on April 2025
A full-service, state-licensed, bonded, and insured residential and commercial painting company with 15 years of experience serving San Francisco. We specialize in residential and commercial interior painting, wallpaper removal, drywall repair, knockdown texture, comprehensive color consulting, faux finishes, specialty finishes, metal and wood decking, and epoxies. Walls n Beyond Painting Company brings extensive experience and a strong understanding of customer needs and expectations to your residential or commercial painting project. Our top priority as a painting company is customer satisfaction, and we guarantee it.
"The owner, Juan Ortiz bent over backwards to accommodate my schedule, my specs, my wishes. He was patient, professional, friendly and responded immediately when I tried to contact him. His crew was EXCELLENT. The arrived on time, everyday. They fixed things they weren't required to fix. They did a painstakingly beautiful job, and they cleaned up thoroughly. I recommend them enthusiastically and will definitely be using them again."
Maia K on September 2019
A full-service, state-licensed, bonded, and insured residential and commercial painting company with 15 years of experience serving San Francisco. We specialize in residential and commercial interior painting, wallpaper removal, drywall repair, knockdown texture, comprehensive color consulting, faux finishes, specialty finishes, metal and wood decking, and epoxies. Walls n Beyond Painting Company brings extensive experience and a strong understanding of customer needs and expectations to your residential or commercial painting project. Our top priority as a painting company is customer satisfaction, and we guarantee it.
"The owner, Juan Ortiz bent over backwards to accommodate my schedule, my specs, my wishes. He was patient, professional, friendly and responded immediately when I tried to contact him. His crew was EXCELLENT. The arrived on time, everyday. They fixed things they weren't required to fix. They did a painstakingly beautiful job, and they cleaned up thoroughly. I recommend them enthusiastically and will definitely be using them again."
Maia K on September 2019
For 44 years we have provided Interior and Exterior Painting Services for residential and commerical customers in the Bay area! We bring your vision to life. Our dedicated professionals will work with you to revitalize your living space. With our attention to detail, you can trust that we will exceed your expections. *High Customer Satisfaction* *On-Time Completion* *Professional Expertise* *Reliable and Trustworthy* Contact us TODAY, for your FREE estimate!
"Everything went according to plan. On time and on budget."
Michael L on May 2025
For 44 years we have provided Interior and Exterior Painting Services for residential and commerical customers in the Bay area! We bring your vision to life. Our dedicated professionals will work with you to revitalize your living space. With our attention to detail, you can trust that we will exceed your expections. *High Customer Satisfaction* *On-Time Completion* *Professional Expertise* *Reliable and Trustworthy* Contact us TODAY, for your FREE estimate!
"Everything went according to plan. On time and on budget."
Michael L on May 2025
**Angie's List Super Service Award recipient for 13 consecutive years!** Mastercraft Custom Interiors has been serving the bay area for over 25 years. We are committed to providing exceptional service through our emphasis on preparation, detail and neatness and use of long lasting finishes. When you choose Mastercraft Custom Interiors, you can expect to work directly with the owner, Scott Wojno, who will help create a custom interior design to meet your individual needs. Our painting and restoration services include consulting, color consultation, job management, displacement of colors, as well as, staining and varnishing of interior wood surfaces. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL BUT FOR A QUICKER RESPONSE PLEASE CALL OR TEXT 510-530-8843.
"He did an outstanding job! He also pointed out small things that I had not thought of, which really enhanced the final beauty of the finished work. I am extremely happy. And, his price was very fair."
Esther T on November 2024
**Angie's List Super Service Award recipient for 13 consecutive years!** Mastercraft Custom Interiors has been serving the bay area for over 25 years. We are committed to providing exceptional service through our emphasis on preparation, detail and neatness and use of long lasting finishes. When you choose Mastercraft Custom Interiors, you can expect to work directly with the owner, Scott Wojno, who will help create a custom interior design to meet your individual needs. Our painting and restoration services include consulting, color consultation, job management, displacement of colors, as well as, staining and varnishing of interior wood surfaces. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL BUT FOR A QUICKER RESPONSE PLEASE CALL OR TEXT 510-530-8843.
"He did an outstanding job! He also pointed out small things that I had not thought of, which really enhanced the final beauty of the finished work. I am extremely happy. And, his price was very fair."
Esther T on November 2024
Grown in the Bay Area – We aim to be the top professional painting option in the Bay. Over the years our painting family has grown with people that love and excel in what they do. Expect to deal with attentive, knowledgeable, and professional painters! We take on every project and strive to deliver at 120% satisfaction. Prestige Custom Painting is the trusted home painting company, serving San Francisco and surrounding areas.
"We hired Prestige after another contractor flaked on us. From the first point of contact, Victor and his team were responsive, accommodating, professional and went above and beyond to make our project a delight. I enthusiastically recommend this company."
Adam Z on February 2025
Grown in the Bay Area – We aim to be the top professional painting option in the Bay. Over the years our painting family has grown with people that love and excel in what they do. Expect to deal with attentive, knowledgeable, and professional painters! We take on every project and strive to deliver at 120% satisfaction. Prestige Custom Painting is the trusted home painting company, serving San Francisco and surrounding areas.
"We hired Prestige after another contractor flaked on us. From the first point of contact, Victor and his team were responsive, accommodating, professional and went above and beyond to make our project a delight. I enthusiastically recommend this company."
Adam Z on February 2025
We are your locally owned and operated, full-service painting contractors - providing the highest quality work, best value and most professional painting service in the East Bay since 2004. We pride ourselves on our customer service and the quality of our work. We will show up on time, leave the work area clean and tidy everyday, and keep you informed on our progress. Whether we paint one room or your entire house, our goal is to provide you with a trouble free painting experience and lasting results. Our painting process is designed to provide you with the best possible painting experience for your home or business. First, we will provide you with a detailed, itemized estimate for your project. We can optionally provide the services of a professional paint color consultant if you wish. Every project is carefully managed to ensure the painting process goes as smoothly as possible and is completed to specification and on schedule. Our painters are courteous, professional and regularly trained to ensure safe working practices. We will leave the work area organized and uncluttered at the end of each day. And we will keep you informed on our progress throughout. Serving Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, Alameda, Walnut Creek, El Cerrito, San Pablo, Hercules, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Piedmont, Montclair, Albany, Kensington, Pinole, Pleasant Hill, Alamo and surrounding areas. Fully licensed, bonded and insured. EPA lead-safe certified.
"Excellent Service, job well done."
edward j jackson a on November 2024
We are your locally owned and operated, full-service painting contractors - providing the highest quality work, best value and most professional painting service in the East Bay since 2004. We pride ourselves on our customer service and the quality of our work. We will show up on time, leave the work area clean and tidy everyday, and keep you informed on our progress. Whether we paint one room or your entire house, our goal is to provide you with a trouble free painting experience and lasting results. Our painting process is designed to provide you with the best possible painting experience for your home or business. First, we will provide you with a detailed, itemized estimate for your project. We can optionally provide the services of a professional paint color consultant if you wish. Every project is carefully managed to ensure the painting process goes as smoothly as possible and is completed to specification and on schedule. Our painters are courteous, professional and regularly trained to ensure safe working practices. We will leave the work area organized and uncluttered at the end of each day. And we will keep you informed on our progress throughout. Serving Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, Alameda, Walnut Creek, El Cerrito, San Pablo, Hercules, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Piedmont, Montclair, Albany, Kensington, Pinole, Pleasant Hill, Alamo and surrounding areas. Fully licensed, bonded and insured. EPA lead-safe certified.
"Excellent Service, job well done."
edward j jackson a on November 2024
Palacios and Sons Painting Inc is proud to carry out interior and exterior painting jobs with a professional group with extensive experience to guarantee excellent results and satisfied clients.
"Enrique and his team from Palalios & Sons Painting did an outstanding job with exterior painting on our two-story home in Marin. They prepped meticulously, then did a gorgeous job on painting our home which has outdoor trellises and decking also. They were careful, thoughtful, put in many long hours, and did a great job on clean up too. We could not be happier! And our neighbors love it. We get compliments every day. I highly recommend Enrique and his team. We can't wait to recommend them to our friends."
Susan M on November 2024
Palacios and Sons Painting Inc is proud to carry out interior and exterior painting jobs with a professional group with extensive experience to guarantee excellent results and satisfied clients.
"Enrique and his team from Palalios & Sons Painting did an outstanding job with exterior painting on our two-story home in Marin. They prepped meticulously, then did a gorgeous job on painting our home which has outdoor trellises and decking also. They were careful, thoughtful, put in many long hours, and did a great job on clean up too. We could not be happier! And our neighbors love it. We get compliments every day. I highly recommend Enrique and his team. We can't wait to recommend them to our friends."
Susan M on November 2024
Gene’s Painting is owned and operated by Gene and Rosie LeDoux. We have been providing year-round painting services throughout the Bay Area for over 35 years. When you call Gene’s Painting, you will schedule your appointment with Rosie, and you will meet Gene for your free estimate. Check out more projects on our website- https://www.genepaintingcontractor.com/
"Fantastic. My house looks terrific. Gene walked the house with me and assured me that his team could address all my concerns, including cracked stuuco and dry rot. They did a great job and everything looks better than I could ever hope for. They even managed to match old paint colors from 40 years ago, that are no longer available. I would recommend and use Gene's Painting again in a heartbeat."
Kenneth T on May 2024
Gene’s Painting is owned and operated by Gene and Rosie LeDoux. We have been providing year-round painting services throughout the Bay Area for over 35 years. When you call Gene’s Painting, you will schedule your appointment with Rosie, and you will meet Gene for your free estimate. Check out more projects on our website- https://www.genepaintingcontractor.com/
"Fantastic. My house looks terrific. Gene walked the house with me and assured me that his team could address all my concerns, including cracked stuuco and dry rot. They did a great job and everything looks better than I could ever hope for. They even managed to match old paint colors from 40 years ago, that are no longer available. I would recommend and use Gene's Painting again in a heartbeat."
Kenneth T on May 2024
We have been proudly serving the community for over 20 years. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We offer high quality paints (Sherwin Williams and Kelly-Moore) as well as the highest level of professionalism. We are always on time and make sure we clean up every day. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to working with you!
"I can not say enough good things about R. Robinson's painting. Outstanding professionalism and wonderful customer service with detail oriented craftsmanship! As a Realtor and Interior designer, I am always on the lookout for vendors that perform to the highest standards. After Ren and his crew did such a phenomenal job on the exterior of my personal property, I loved the outcome so much that I brought them in for Interior painting and couldn't be happier with the results! Neighbors were so impressed with color selections and the beautiful quality of work, that I've had several come to my door to ask for referrals! I've alse referred Robinson's painting to several clients and friends! It's rare to find licensed contractors that exude pride of craftsmanship in thier trade. Ren Robinson and his wonderful crew are superb in thier level of workmanship and attention to thier clients needs. Truly a wonderful experience and an absolute pleasure to work with!"
Laura Y on May 2024
We have been proudly serving the community for over 20 years. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. We offer high quality paints (Sherwin Williams and Kelly-Moore) as well as the highest level of professionalism. We are always on time and make sure we clean up every day. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to working with you!
"I can not say enough good things about R. Robinson's painting. Outstanding professionalism and wonderful customer service with detail oriented craftsmanship! As a Realtor and Interior designer, I am always on the lookout for vendors that perform to the highest standards. After Ren and his crew did such a phenomenal job on the exterior of my personal property, I loved the outcome so much that I brought them in for Interior painting and couldn't be happier with the results! Neighbors were so impressed with color selections and the beautiful quality of work, that I've had several come to my door to ask for referrals! I've alse referred Robinson's painting to several clients and friends! It's rare to find licensed contractors that exude pride of craftsmanship in thier trade. Ren Robinson and his wonderful crew are superb in thier level of workmanship and attention to thier clients needs. Truly a wonderful experience and an absolute pleasure to work with!"
Laura Y on May 2024
Professional painters can complete an exterior door painting project in one to three hours, not including drying time. The timeline depends on the door's condition, required preparation, and the number of coats needed.
Weather conditions significantly impact drying times, with high humidity or extreme temperatures extending the process. Most doors require 24 to 48 hours of curing time before resuming normal use.
While removing the door provides optimal access to all surfaces and edges, many professional painters achieve excellent results with the door remaining in place. For in-position painting, proper hardware protection and masking are essential. Door removal becomes more beneficial when dealing with significant damage, when painting both sides simultaneously, or when making dramatic color changes that require extra coats.
The ideal paint for exterior doors is a high-quality, weather-resistant formulation designed specifically for outdoor conditions. Acrylic latex paints offer excellent moisture resistance and color retention, while oil-based options provide superior hardness for high-traffic areas. Semi-gloss or gloss finishes repel dirt and moisture more effectively than flat finishes. Door material also influences paint selection—metal doors benefit from rust-inhibiting formulas, while wood doors may require specialized primers.
Hiring a professional delivers superior results for exterior door painting, especially for front entrances where appearance matters most. Professionals bring specialized equipment, extensive experience, and efficient techniques that ensure a smooth, durable finish.
While DIY painting saves on labor costs, you'll need proper tools, adequate preparation knowledge, and sufficient time to achieve comparable results. For complex door styles or when changing colors dramatically, professional expertise often justifies the additional expense.