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King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contracted King of the Painters to paint the exterior of our home in Clairemont after reading customer reviews about their services. We met with the companies owners who were very helpful in helping us select a new house paint color scheme. The workers were on time and cleaned up the work site each afternoon. We had a few issues with the job and called them to report the issues and they were very quick to come out to correct the discrepancies. We would recommend using them to anyone."
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Ortiz Quality Painting Services
4.8(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Saul and his team did an excellent job pressure washing, stucco patching and masking to being kind enough to re-paint the accent color because I didn't like the contrast of the color I picked. They sanded our roll up garage doors and after painting they looked like new! They were very thorough and cleaned up everything when they left. Unlike some reviews I have read of other painting companies they did not leave paint all over our concrete or grass. Each night they stored all their gear and supplies neatly. They only use top quality products and take real pride in their work. Would totally hire them again!"
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+43

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Supremacy Painting, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Supremacy Painting spent a lot of time on prep to make sure the job was done right and as a result the poject came out perfectly. Workers were very friendly and professional. They came on time every day until the project was finished. Very helpful with choosing colors. Cleaned the worksite daily. I felt like they took a lot of pride in their work and were detail oriented. They also closed off an exterior door that was no longer needed, matched existing siding, refinished the interior wall, and repainted the interior room. I hired them based on my neighbor's recommendation and inspection of the work they did for him and was 100% satisfied with the job they did. Both his house and mine came out beautifully. I recommend Supremacy Painting highly without any hesitation whatsoever. Truly a five star job."
Painting - Exterior Project
Added a new color scheme and customer loved it.
Karen 8/2020
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Karen 8/2020

+60

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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California Coatings Painting Company, Inc.
4.9(
39
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Eric Christensen, owner of California Coatings Painting Company, Inc., has done wonderful work for us on several different projects, including interior and exterior painting and also refinishing doors and trim. He is a highly skilled professional, who we also called in fix the incomplete or poorly done work of others. His attention to detail, patience, courtesy, friendliness, and amiable nature made him easy to work with. He also returned our phone calls and texts promptly and kept us informed as to his schedule. He arrived on time, every time, and left all work spaces clean and tidy. We would, without hesitation, recommend him to others, and we plan to request his services again in the future."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate95%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Golden State Paint Service
5.0(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Family owned/operated painting service. Laura and Brandon are THE PAINTING PROFESSIONALS. Outstanding knowledge of different paints and proper applications. Super fair pricing and completed the job on time. I will use Golden State Paint Service again weather it be interior/exterior/staining or any painting needs. Many thanks to Laura and Brandon. Simply, job well done !"
Repainted porch and railing
Front entry before power wash, paint and stain
Painting - Exterior Project
New color
Painting - Interior Project

+27

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Painting by Bello
4.9(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jorge is a perfectionist! Painted our entire home interior and twice stained our exterior deck. Super attention to detail and pointing out things I didnâ t even ask for. Kept exactly to his estimate. Knowledgeable about products and options. Pleasant to have in our home. Even cleaned our chandelier for us! I have already recommended Jorge Bello to friends, and will use his services again for sure."
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Exterior painting
Exterior painting
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Exterior painting

+156

Response time1 day
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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DP Painting
4.9(
35
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"David and Eva are very nice people. They are clean and organized in their work ! They did a VERY excellent job. I am very pleased with my new kitchen cabinets and fresh paint!! :)"
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Response time1 hour
Response rate98%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rex Painting Inc
5.0(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Warranties offered

"I recently hired Rex Painting Inc for an interior painting project, and I couldn't be happier with the results! Their attention to detail and professionalism truly set them apart. The team was punctual, friendly, and worked efficiently, transforming my space beautifully. The quality of the paint job is outstanding, with clean lines and no mess left behind. I highly recommend Rex Painting Inc for anyone looking for amazing work and a hassle-free experience!"
Painting - Exterior Project
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Exterior Painting Project

+9

Recommended by77%of homeowners
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HECTOR & SON PAINTING INC
5.0(
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Serving La Jolla, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great price, punctual on start time and able to get me scheduled just two days prior to painting. Easy to work with and would recommend to anyone. Thanks Hector and Crew!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate86%
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in La Jolla, 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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