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Alden Painting
4.7(
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Serving Dorset, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We could not ask for a better experience with a painter -- Mr. Alden was prompt, efficient and clean. He is a consummate professional and a true gentleman. We had him working on our house while we were away and he sent photos of his progress with regular updates. We heartily recommend Alden Painting for all your painting needs. M&C Wade, Stephentown, NY"
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+48

Recommended by97%of homeowners
White Stone Painting
4.9(
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Serving Dorset, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Andrew Wells has been a gift from God for my dire situation. I have an extremely old house which needs extensive repairs, and through Home Advisor's recommendation I hired Andrew Wells to repair numerous holes in the soffit to prevent bats and squirrels from entering my attic. So far, he has done an incredible job! I am so impressed by his honesty and devotion and reasonable prices that I intend to hire him for future repairs/work. He truly is a blessing to the field of contracting and I am most grateful that I found him through Home Advisor. Thank you!!!"
 Exterior and new porch
Commercial Expansion
 Den Refresh
  Exterior and new porch
Commercial Expansion

+27

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lagreze Home Repair & Painting
4.4(
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Serving Dorset, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jonathan can do all handyman work also hardwood flooring, carpentry, finish work, windows, doors, painting, fixing things. He is pleasant, professional. And can do all that you need. Interior or exterior. I have had him work for me for 10 years to upgrade, restore and keep my home beautiful. Recently, he did hardwood flooring in 3 rooms, ordered the wood, got it delivered on time and finished with in 3 weeks. As a finish carpenter, he also trimmed and painted the baseboards. I did not have to hire another painter to come back. He also repaired and painted a set of French doors, Installed flooring registers and vents. Helped me with numerous other things like air filters, exterior trim repair. I can highly recommend Jonathan for your projects."
Response time2 days
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Towsley & Son's Renovations
5.0(
6
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Serving Dorset, VT and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dana was recommended by my neighbor in Manchester so I called him to provide an estimate for finishing a major renovation. His quote for the work was fair and reasonable. He finished the job on time and on budget working late hours and sometimes weekends to finish on time. He worked unsupervised and his quality of workmanship was excellent! We had few issues previous contractor left behind and he took care of everything. I then hired him for few other things like small demo, patch work, deck cleaning/staining, cabinetry work. All came our great and very happy with is work. Would definitely hire him again for future projects and highly recommended."
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Bi Folds installed
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Bi Folds installed
Bi Folds installed

+44

Response time6 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Dorset, VT

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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