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Top-Rated Small projects painters or stainers in Cottage Grove - Updated Nov 2026

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Schultze Painting
5.0(
93
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We strongly recommend Schultze Painting. Steve was very professional. He came over to our townhome and viewed what we wanted done. He gave us a written bid on what the project would cost and a timeline of when the project would be completed. His cost was very reasonable. He provided all the paint and supplies needed. He always took special care of the property and always cleaned up after himself. He completed the project on budget and on time. It was a pleasure to work with Steve and we would be happy to use his services again."
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+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Mj lopez painting and cleaning service
4.9(
12
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Mj to paint my entire house that I was getting ready to place on the market and I have to say they did a fantastic job, the price was also affordable which is why I decided to go with them. I look forward to working with them in the near future for future projects if need be."
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Classic Finishes, LLC
4.5(
45
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The entire team from Classic Finishes are respectful, competent, friendly, punctual and extremely skilled at which each of them does. From Evan, the owner, who negotiated with me an excellent rate after I obtained quotes from a total of five companies, to Bob who provided great consultation on the best way to complete the project, to Peter whose carpentry skills are second to none, and to Luis whose painting and popcorn ceiling removal skills are undeniably amazing. I am very pleased and lucky I hired Classic Finishes and I highly recommend!"
Plymouth kitchen
Plymouth kitchen
Plymouth kitchen enamel
Plymouth kitchen
Kitchen

+54

Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Art Quality Renovations Corp.
4.4(
68
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was a tricky project which required replacing deck footings without removing the deck or the gazebo on the deck. They were able to start right away and completed the project in 3 days. OUTSTANDING SERVICE!"
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Ahern Painting
4.2(
29
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Pat recently painted cabinets/doors/shelves that we then had installed on both sides of our fireplace. He was great to work with! He communicated very well, everything was finished in the timeframe we discussed and his pricing was very reasonable. His work is fantastic! I will definitely use Pat again for future painting projects."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Twin Cities Tiling
4.7(
21
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Other contractors hardly call back especially for small jobs, but Twin City Tiling called right away and came out to view and quote the work. The small job was quickly scheduled and is now done. Looks nice!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Lancette Contracting
5.0(
5
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lancette Contracting provided a great home project experience. They provided thoughtful and timely responses. They provided quality installation and stellar communication during the installation. I would highly recommend Lancette Contracting."
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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fiNest Home Services
4.2(
20
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Cottage Grove, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The fiNest crew replaced our deck boards. The deck looks great! What I like about working with a small business is the hands-on involvement by the owner. We plan on using fiNest for other projects."
Trex Deck Build
New Railing Installation
New Cedar Deck and Stairs
Custom Stairs and Walkway
Trex Deck, Railings

+6

Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by47%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Cottage Grove, MN

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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