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Avatar for Indigo Painting
Indigo Painting
5.0(
34
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Omar did a phenomenal job painting my apartment. He is so friendly and easy going. He was easy to work with and I would *highly* recommend him to any of my family or friends. If you are looking for someone to do an excellent job at a very reasonable price, definitely consider hiring Omar. I have already asked him for a quote for another job! Thanks Omar!"
Finished Product
Priming
Finished Product
Preparation
Finished Product

+156

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Flex Paintings
4.9(
24
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have been using Flexing Painting for years, Bayardo is the best business man to work with. Great communicator, super honest and professional, he and his team work is always excellent. He is very responsible and reliable, I always trust him and his team to get work done. You will not disappointed to hire Flex paintings to do any kind of home improvement project."
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(Before Pic)Home was pressure washed with a 3000 psi machine to remove as much dirt and grime from the exterior house wall surfaces before painting. We sanded all the bad areas and spot primed them before painting. Used caulking to seal any open grooves and open wood joints as needed.
(Before l) This photo shows the condition of the cabinet before it was refinished. You can see the stain is faded and clear coat is chipping away from water damage and moisture in the air.
Exterior Repaint
Prepped the door for painting. Sanded it then primed it. Removed the door handle and carefully covered the hinges before spray painting the door.

+142

Response time1 day
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Brannick and Associates Painting Services
4.9(
201
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brannick Painting just finished a complete exterior repaint of our house in El Cerrito, including staining our deck. Patrick and his team were wonderful to work with. Patrick helped us with color selection, painting large sheets of posterboard with several colors we considered, so we could hold them up to the house in different lighting to see how they would look when finished. we have heard from others that they had small swatches painted on their house and Patrick’s approach is so much more helpful. Patrick is also extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of preparation and painting. We have an old stucco house that needed a lot of detailed preparation. His crew is very experienced, and they did an excellent job repairing and preparing all of the cracks and blemishes on our house. We are very happy with the final product. We highly recommend using Brannick Painting."
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+10

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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TM Expert Painting
5.0(
8
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"TM did an awesome job painting all the interior walls of our home. They painted 8 rooms and 2 bathrooms in two days which exceeded our expectations. Their work quality is excellent and they moved and protected our furniture and floors to prevent any paint damage. Also did a thorough clean up after the painting was completed. We highly recommended them."
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+14

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Campos Painting
5.0(
9
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Alex is a professional painter. He arrived on time, gave us an estimate. He also was able to install insulation in several walls, installing sheet rock, texturing the surfaces then painting. The project was just completed and it really looks great. I will definitely call Alex again the next time we need additional painting work done."
House undergoing exterior repairs
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
House Completed
Painting - Interior Project

+36

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dennis Painting, Inc.
4.8(
28
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dennis was prompt inspecting project and providing estimate. They weren't the least expensive bid but I definitely made the right choice. They finished project on schedule and it looks great. They will doing more jobs on our house in the future."
deck
driveway
deck
exterior
driveway

+73

Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Urbina's Painting Company
Urbina's Painting Company
4.4(
14
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exceptional work! Very thorough and professional. Detailed oriented and executed all work as planned answered all questions. Very satisfied and highly refer for all your paint projects/needs."
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+74

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Clementson Painting Inc
5.0(
7
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I have worked with Ivan (Clementson Painting) for over 25 years. We have collaborated on exterior projects, interiors and occasionally commercial buildings. The work was done professionally because the preparation was done in a comprehensive fashion. Detail oriented and easy to work with, Clementson Painting will get your job done and you will not be disappointed."
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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DIB PAINTING LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

My name is Daniel Bishikwabo, founder of DIB Painting LLC. I specialize in high-quality residential and commercial painting, as well as custom murals that bring creativity and character to every space.\nWith a strong commitment to craftsmanship, precision, and attention to detail, my goal is simple: deliver beautiful, lasting results that transform homes and businesses.\nAt DIB Painting, every project is treated with professionalism, care and pride from the first brushstroke to the final finish.

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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in San Francisco, 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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