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

Avatar for Complete Painting & Restoration LLC
Complete Painting & Restoration LLC
4.9(
81
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Derek was prompt at coming out to give us an estimate. I was impressed when he pointed out the smoke on the ceiling in the family room and stressed they will prime those areas before painting. He was the only painter who estimated the job to point out that situation. He and his crew were prompt, friendly and very careful to protect our items. Everything was covered in plastic to prevent paint from getting on items or carpet. Also it stopped sanding dust from spreading throughout the house. We are very pleased with Derek and his crew .. they did an outstanding job. I would recommend them highly."
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+35

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ocegueda Painting Corp
5.0(
22
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have done several painting jobs with Jorge and would hire him again in the future! Very detailed, trustworthy and knowledgeable about finishes and products to use for your projects. Also, very responsive to calls and text messages and shows up ready every time we schedule work. All the painting work that Jorge has done for us, interior and exterior, looks fantastic."
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
After painting wood
Interior Painting Project
Interior Painting Project

+52

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Sefner Painting
4.9(
128
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Third time I've hired Greg Sefner for painting work in my apartment. Excellent work on original, 100+ year old plaster walls and ceilings patching, painting, and addressing wallpaper bubbling off walls."
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+10

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Touchstone Painting Co
Touchstone Painting Co
5.0(
305
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I've used this company many times, not only for painting, but for handyman jobs. Jonathan and his crew have proven to be efficient, knowledgeable, and just good people! I have referred him to several neighbors, who have been very pleased with their work. Most recently, I decided to change a small room into my craft room and Jonathan was able to paint the room in a short time. I have never been disappointed with the work of Touchstone!"
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Master bathroom remodel
Master bathroom remodel
Updated fireplace surround with custom mantle and doors
Small first floor bath remodel

+35

Response time3 days
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for CHICAGO PAINTERS INC
CHICAGO PAINTERS INC
4.8(
93
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This company is absolutely fantastic. Very competitive on pricing and their work is flawless. We had several rooms painted, probably at least 1500 square feet in total. They also fixed several drywall issues we had and repaired numerous cracks. I have not found one missed spot or one sloppy spot. This was not an easy job either, as we had some difficult areas to paint, including a large Pantry in our Kitchen that already had a bunch of built-ins. The crew worked tirelessly and were extremely clean. My wife and I have used other painters in the past with very mixed results, so we can truly appreciate the fine work that was done on this project. Highly Recommend!"
Beautiful wallpaper work in Niles, 60714
Beautiful wallpaper work in Niles, 60714
Check out this top notch work in Roscoe Village area in Chicago. 
Paint used is Sherwin Williams Pure White SW7005.
Call us today to get a refreshed look in your home!
Check out this top notch work in Roscoe Village area in Chicago. 
Paint used is Sherwin Williams Pure White SW7005.
Call us today to get a refreshed look in your home!
What a beautiful job using Sherwin Williams Super paint Velvet

+47

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for FA General Contruction
FA General Contruction
5.0(
67
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"**Excellent Work\!** I am extremely pleased with the ceiling and stairway plaster and paint job\. The work was done beautifully, and the attention to detail really shows\. Everything looks smooth, clean, and professionally finished\. The quality of the workmanship exceeded my expectations\. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking for great work, professionalism, and quality results\. I would definitely use them again\! **Great job from start to finish\!**"
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling
Bathroom remodeling

+92

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
Avatar for Las Mela's Painting Co.
Las Mela's Painting Co.
4.7(
56
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"The project was to paint exterior trim, replace rotted trim in some spots, and replace 3 gable vents. I was very pleased with their promptness, hard work and quality. Would definitely use them again for other services and would highly recommend getting a quote from them for your project."
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fence/wood replacement
painted fence
painted fence

+111

Response time6 hrs
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Excellence Painting
Excellence Painting
4.8(
45
)
Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Evanston, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellence Painting did a great job. Everything looks better than I expected and I don't have to look at holes in the walls and stains on the ceiling anymore. It all looks like new."
Response time9 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Evanston, 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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