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Avatar for Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
Preemo Painting & Repairs Inc.
5.0(
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The entire team was professional, easy to communicate with & my satisfaction was uppermost in their approach. Their craftsmanship & meticulous attention to detail was demonstrated throughout the painting of the 1st & 2nd floors of our home. Quality work at a competitive price, it doesn't get much better than that. Anthony C, the owner has created & lleads a fine team."
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+6

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Yolis Cleaning and Painting Services
4.8(
48
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We moved to a new home and were looking for a painter on a emergency basis before moving our furniture. Yolis painting services did excellent job on the same day we got estimate and work was done with the highest quality. We hired them for our second home too. Next we will hire them to paint our entire home. I would definitely recommend Yolis painting services."
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Planfield, Drywall repair
Planfield, Drywall repair
Arlington Heights

+26

Response time2 days
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Las Mela's Painting Co.
4.7(
56
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We found Las Melas on The Nextdoor App and they were highly recommended. I now see why. I reached out to them with what was meant to be a small kitchen ceiling paint job. They got back to us quickly and agreed to come out for a quote. After discussing the project we agreed on expanding the project to painting the entire first floor of our house. They gave us a fair price and we agreed to start in 2 weeks. Due to bad weather, they were able to start our house project even earlier than expected. They finished painting in 3 days! They do not mess around. We plan to use Las Melas for future projects as well. If you go with Las Melas you will not regret it."
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+111

Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Garfield Construction, Inc.
4.8(
112
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Daniel and his team did a great job cleaning and staining our deck, prepping and painting our kitchen and family room, and repairing and painting some ceiling cracks. We plan to hire them again when we are ready to do"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B&M Painting
4.4(
22
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Elgin, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Communication with Emiliano was very good. He kept me updated on what was being done and when. They did a very nice job painting my kitchen cabinets and walls. Will hire again for other projects."
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Elgin, IL

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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