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BRETT'S PAINTING
5.0(
65
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I contacted Brett on September 4th and he responded the same day. He made an appointment to come to my home for a quote. I could tell immediately that his attention to detail was far above the other three quotes I had received. He was not the least expensive or the most expensive quote, but he spent more time looking over each wall than any of the other painters. He quoted me a start date of December 3rd. If you know me, I take for ever to make decisions about big projects, but when I do I want them done right then. I decided to test my patience, and it was well worth the wait! Most anyone can paint a house, but over time there are small inclusions that need repair and most painters will avoid fixing these as it takes additional time. Brett went over each item he noticed. I even added on additional areas as we went because I knew he would do it to the standards I was looking for. I will be contacting Brett again for the upstairs bedrooms. I recommend planning ahead."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Flex Paintings
4.9(
24
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Flex Painting was incredibly professional and performed great work. Our home was in desperate need of stucco repair, window trim replacement, and paint and they were able to do that and more. After our kitchen contractors abandoned our window replacements, Flex paint stepped in and got the job done! Bayardo even stopped by for one last walk through after we were satisfied with the work just to touch up spots he was not personally satisfied with. I would highly recommend their services and will be using them again when we are ready to skim coat our bedrooms as they are by far the most reliable contractors we have hired throughout our home renovation."
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(Before Pic)Home was pressure washed with a 3000 psi machine to remove as much dirt and grime from the exterior house wall surfaces before painting. We sanded all the bad areas and spot primed them before painting. Used caulking to seal any open grooves and open wood joints as needed.
(Before l) This photo shows the condition of the cabinet before it was refinished. You can see the stain is faded and clear coat is chipping away from water damage and moisture in the air.
Exterior Repaint
Prepped the door for painting. Sanded it then primed it. Removed the door handle and carefully covered the hinges before spray painting the door.

+142

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brannick and Associates Painting Services
4.9(
201
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brannick Painting just finished a complete exterior repaint of our house in El Cerrito, including staining our deck. Patrick and his team were wonderful to work with. Patrick helped us with color selection, painting large sheets of posterboard with several colors we considered, so we could hold them up to the house in different lighting to see how they would look when finished. we have heard from others that they had small swatches painted on their house and Patrick’s approach is so much more helpful. Patrick is also extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of preparation and painting. We have an old stucco house that needed a lot of detailed preparation. His crew is very experienced, and they did an excellent job repairing and preparing all of the cracks and blemishes on our house. We are very happy with the final product. We highly recommend using Brannick Painting."
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+10

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Atlantis Decorative Coatings
5.0(
13
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Tony (Atlantis Decorative Coatings) to paint the outside of a 2700 square foot house. He and his crew (4 people in total) took one day to pressure wash and four days to paint. Tony (or Rembrandt as I referred to him) did an awesome job. He has an eye for color (I approved all of his suggestions), showed me some things that he thought should be painted that I would have overlooked, was very careful of the plants around the house and cleaned up after the job was done. Tony was also friendly and has a nice sense of humor. I highly recommend."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Dennis Painting, Inc.
4.8(
28
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt and friendly, they handled the job with care and made sure everything was clean after completion. Will use for next painting project."
deck
driveway
deck
exterior
driveway

+73

Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Clementson Painting Inc
5.0(
7
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ivan and his crew were absolutely wonderful! They not only painted our entire house a new color, but they also removed and replaced window frames that were rotten or termite damaged. All of their work was top notch: professional, friendly, on-time and with excellent communication skills. My wife and I are so pleased with the job Ivan and his crew did, that we highly recommend him to anyone who needs their house painted; you will not be disappointed, I promise you."
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Miguel's Professional Painting
5.0(
1
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend Miguelâ s Professional Painting for all your painting needs. The owner of the company, Miguel, was an absolute pleasure to work with. He worked with me on a tight deadline and around my schedule to prepare my home before move-in day. He was polite, positive, punctual, and hard-working. I found his pricing to be very reasonable. In terms of quality of work, Miguel is a perfectionist. In addition to his knowledge and experience, he does precision work. His job is immaculate and he is extremely organized in his method and with his equipment. Everything from start to finish was kept clean and tidy. Even during cleanup, Miguel took great care to leave my home spotless. Miguel is a true professional who operates with integrity. His goal is to please his client and he goes above and beyond to achieve the desired result for his client. I will most definitely use him again for my future painting needs and recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional professional paint job!"
Kitchen/Dining
Living Room
Looking Nice and Clean
Those light colors always make rooms look bigger
Nice Contrast between Wall and Basebaord

+18

Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Wright S. Miller
4.6(
47
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent work quality! My damaged door stoop and trim look like new, matches the character of the house perfect. Wright was great to work with, good communication throughout the project."
Framing Additions
Electrical and Plumbing for Additions
Kitchen Remodels 1
Kitchen Remodels 2
Bathroom Remodels

+29

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Platinum Painting & Upgrades
5.0(
1
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Serving El Cerrito, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I had a great experience with platinum painting. They were prompt. Gave me a fair estimate. Did great work. Completed the job on time. As an older couple we are very picky about who we will let into our home: we felt very comfortable with the platinum painters working in our home. "
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
ceiling frames
concrete design

+4

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in El Cerrito, CA

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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