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JM Painting & Remodeling
5.0(
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Serving Lake In The Hills, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We have used JM Painting and Construction on several projects throughout the years, including building our back patio, exterior staining and interior painting. Antonio and his father are honest, fair, and dependable. They always show up on time when they are scheduled and are very transparent with their pricing, and communicate any issues if they arise, so there aren't any surprises. They complete all projects to our satisfaction, and everything is done with the highest quality. We are very happy with the work they have done for us over the years and will continue using JM Painting for future projects."
Grayslake Exterior Paint
Grayslake Exterior Paint
Grayslake Exterior Paint
Grayslake Exterior Paint
Grayslake Exterior Paint

+100

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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HPO Painting
4.9(
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Serving Lake In The Hills, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"HPO did an amazing job sanding and painting my kitchen cabinets. The results were amazing; I feel like I have a brand new kitchen. The cost was very reasonable. I will definitely hire them again for my next painting project."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+18

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Excellence Painting
4.9(
43
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Serving Lake In The Hills, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend Francisco and his Excellence Painting team for any painting projects. Francisco just finished staining my back yard deck and it looks fantastic. I have received many compliments. His attention to detail and professionalism stood out. On top of it all, he is a great guy that puts customer service first. I look forward to working with him again."
Response time9 hrs
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Jauch Painting and Decorating, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Lake In The Hills, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Brian and his team - Mike, Larry, Dave, Pete, and James - are great to work with from start to finish. Brian is responsive, friendly and committed to customer satisfaction. The team worked hard, were kind and professional. There were touchups but the team either handled them immediately or within a week of completion. Highly recommend Jauch Painting."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
5.0(
30
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Serving Lake In The Hills, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Angel showed up right on time. He painted 2 coats of paint in a bedroom for me. He did an excellent job and just took him apx 3 hours. That included running blowers to dry the first coat. He was very friendly and I would highly recommend him."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
CJ's Painting Decoration, Inc.
4.8(
29
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Serving Lake In The Hills, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My painting project with CJ's could not have gone better. They did exactly what they said they would do. They arrived at the scheduled time, performed all of the work as requested, insured nothing was damaged during the work, and it turned out great! I would highly recommend them for your painting needs."
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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B&M Painting
4.5(
20
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Serving Lake In The Hills, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"COMMUNICATION IS IMPECCABLE!! FAIR ESTIMATE-WAS ABLE TO GIVE US HIS "NUMBERS" PRIOR TO EVEN LEAVING OUR HOUSE...BOTH ARE VERY POLITE/FRIENDLY-TRUE GENTLEMEN! GOES ABOVE AND BEYOND THE SCOPE OF THE PROJECT. TOTALLY ON TIME! IMPRESSIVE WORK ETHICS AND KNOWLEDGE. DETAIL ORIENTED, PREP & CLEANUP LIKE THEY WERE NEVER HERE...YES, WE WILL HAVE EMILIANO & JOSÃ Â BACK TO PAINT THE ENTIRE REST OF THE HOUSE!! THEY HAVE BEEN ADDED TO OUR "PERMANENT CONTACT DATABASE". THANK YOU SO MUCH B&M PAINTING!!"
Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Ene's Remodeling
5.0(
54
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Serving Lake In The Hills, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris and crew arrived right on time, went right to work, were pleasant and helpful. They did a fantastic job in great time, added an additional room to the project at our request and at a reasonable price. They took down drapes and blinds and put them up again afterwards. Did a fantastic job of cleanup too. Highly recommended!!"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Lake In The Hills, 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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