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Spiros Painting
4.7(
71
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Spiro's Painting did a lovely job, and the porch now looks pristine and clean. Moreover, we no longer have to worry about the exposed wood on the posts and soffits as a result of peeling paint. There were a few hiccups with scheduling, but the team was efficient, tidy, and true to their word about the length of the job. I would definitely add our voice to so many others in recommending Spiro's Painting, and we'll certainly reach out to them in the future if we have other painting projects."
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Interior Painting
4 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 Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike was awesome. He is a true professional who carries out his work meticulously. Often a paint job can be messy but not with Mike who has a lot of patience for details etc. I will recommend Mike anytime and would hire him all the time for my painting projects."
Fireplace Wall
Support Pillar
Fireplace Accent
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 Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently quoted out the painting of our front hallway (includes vaulted ceiling) to 4 different vendors. We chose Perfect Painters because they offered the same level of service (and paint quality) as the other three, but were the most competitively priced (two of the other vendors over-quoted us for a very straightforward project - walls were in great shape: it was just a refresh paint job on the upper walls above the chair rails and molding. One was $1,100 more expensive than Perfect Painters!). When I told these vendors that they had lost the bid due to pricing, both suggested that they were "very comfortable" with the prices they quoted us and suggested that we might be getting a lower quality job from Perfect Painters. I can assure you that was not the case - the team arrived on time and quickly got to work covering the area in tape and plastic. The team of three expanded to 4 or 5 in the afternoon to complete the job in about 6 hours (2 coats on walls, ceiling and crown molding). They did an excellent job and left the space as they found it. I have no hesitation in recommending them and will use them again for my next painting job. Beware of other vendors out there who will jack up the price and try to justify it by suggesting that the job is complicated by elevation (the ceiling is about 19 feet high at the highest point - its called a ladder!, or the fact that they have to tape the banister!) Next time, I won't waste my time and simply have Perfect Painters do the job for me. They are honest and straightforward and the crew who did the job were very friendly and efficient."
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+16

Response time1 day
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Monsan Painting
5.0(
21
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luis replaced 10 boards on our deck and Luis did a fantastic job! He was on time, very professional, cleaned up the old debris and did a high-quality job. He has maintained our deck for many years and always does great work. We highly recommend him for board replacement, stain, staining, and painting."
Painting steps
Painting steps
Painting steps
Bedroom
Bedroom

+15

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MJE Services
5.0(
11
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dayton, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. \nIt is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. \nTo understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. \nOur reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Stand shower remodeling.
Bathroom stand up shower replacement.
Floor replacement
Floor replacement
Floor replacement

+21

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Dayton, 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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