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

Avatar for Essential Painting Company
Essential Painting Company
4.9(
49
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Northborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Al and his team at Essential Painting were fantastic. They painted the interior of our house, stained the front door, pressure washed the deck and pool patio, and repaired the deck. They provided a detailed proposal at a competitive price. They were prompt and completed the work as scheduled. They did an excellent job. The team was friendly and very helpful. I highly recommend them."
Anne and Tom
Painting - Exterior Project
Exterior Painting and Carpentry
Clapboard Siding replacement an painting
Fix ceiling and walls from water leak.

+109

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ARCH PAINTING
4.4(
162
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Northborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Work was performed exactly as discussed and agreed to (match existing paint colors) at estimated cost. Start was delayed at our request due to high heat and humidity, with no complaints. Work was further delayed through no fault of Arch Painting due to continuous wet weather. Once a good weather window finally occurred, the work was performed quickly with no impact on us. We were totally satisfied with the quality of the work and the finished product."
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AFTER
Before
After
Before

+17

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Reliant Painting Company
5.0(
92
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Northborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Leone and his team knocked our project out of the park. From the beginning Leone was quick with communication and on painting day, his team was punctual, neat and professional. We're very happy with the result which dramatically improved the exterior of our home. I'd highly recommend using Reliant Painting company for your next painting project."
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Gold Painting, Inc.
Gold Painting, Inc.
4.7(
19
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Northborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"I have had nothing but success when working with gold painting. They are on time, polite and able to keep a schedule. I have done both residential and larger commercial projects with them. If your looking for a painter that cares and pays attention to detail then these are your guys."
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Foyer
Kitchen
Living Room
Additional Photos

+5

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for R & J Painting
R & J Painting
4.7(
55
)
Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Northborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired him for painting kitchen cabinets, he did a great job in getting the kitchen cabinets to look like brand new with the color of our choice, I highly recommend him."
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Fox Services Inc
4.8(
25
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Northborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"?????????? We had an excellent experience with this painting company. Their team was professional, punctual, and paid great attention to detail from start to finish. The quality of the work exceeded our expectations, and the finished result completely transformed our business. They kept the workspace clean, communicated clearly throughout the project, and delivered everything on time. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and high-quality painting services! Thank you for a job well done!"
Exterior Paiting
After Painting
Exterior Paiting
Before Painting
Exterior Paiting

+72

73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
Rick's Painting Service
4.8(
27
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Northborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rick and his crew were so professional and extremely nice people. I had my vinyl siding painted and was amazed at how beautiful it came out. I highly recommend them and will absolutely have them back for any of my future projects."
living Room
Living Room
Dining Room
Dining Room
Bedroom

+6

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Collazo Home Improvements & Property Maintenance
Collazo Home Improvements & Property Maintenance
5.0(
109
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Northborough, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired them to finish a bathroom project in our basement. They framed , installed sheet rock, plastered and painted the walls and ceiling, laid down new flooring and installed baseboards trim All the tradesmen were professional and respectful of our time and home, keeping things clean and neat. They finished in a timely fashion. Highly recommended"
Completed
Completed
Flooring
New Handrails
New Handrails

+7

Response time5 hrs
77 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Northborough, MA

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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