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American Painting

5.00(
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American Painting

5.00(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
51 years of experience

I started painting in Boston whenn I was 19 years old. At the time latex paints were a new thing, and the homes we painted were Victorian homes from the turn of the 20th Century. They required sanding to bare wood, Full prime and two top coats. I worked in England, France and was Malibu Painting for ten years. Painted the Old Malibu Inn Restaurant and homes in the Malibu Colony where Original Chagalls and Picassos hang on the walls. I painted San Diego's own Mark Hamill's (Luke Skywalker) home in Malibu, amongst other stars and musicians. Moved to San Diego in 1994 and no longer hire help but personally do the work myself! You can see my work in the Town of Julian, the Historic Julian Goldrush Hotel exterior, The Stonewall building exterior, The Town Hall inside and out.

"I am thrilled to have found Marcelo with American Painting Company. I was in desperate need of a painter to paint my rental condo in order to get it ready for my new tenants. Marcelo responded to my request immediately and was able to start the very next week. I worked side by side with Marcelo while he painted and I worked on the repairs. He is very pleasant, attentive to detail and did a fabulous job. I highly recommend American Painting and will definitely be using Marcelo for my other properties."

Sherri B on October 2019

I started painting in Boston whenn I was 19 years old. At the time latex paints were a new thing, and the homes we painted were Victorian homes from the turn of the 20th Century. They required sanding to bare wood, Full prime and two top coats. I worked in England, France and was Malibu Painting for ten years. Painted the Old Malibu Inn Restaurant and homes in the Malibu Colony where Original Chagalls and Picassos hang on the walls. I painted San Diego's own Mark Hamill's (Luke Skywalker) home in Malibu, amongst other stars and musicians. Moved to San Diego in 1994 and no longer hire help but personally do the work myself! You can see my work in the Town of Julian, the Historic Julian Goldrush Hotel exterior, The Stonewall building exterior, The Town Hall inside and out.

"I am thrilled to have found Marcelo with American Painting Company. I was in desperate need of a painter to paint my rental condo in order to get it ready for my new tenants. Marcelo responded to my request immediately and was able to start the very next week. I worked side by side with Marcelo while he painted and I worked on the repairs. He is very pleasant, attentive to detail and did a fabulous job. I highly recommend American Painting and will definitely be using Marcelo for my other properties."

Sherri B on October 2019


Del Mar Painting

4.85(
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Del Mar Painting

4.85(
117
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Terrific value
39 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Del Mar Painting has been providing top quality work for homeowners since 1987. With 30 years of owner experience and our company being licensed for over 20 years, you won't find a painting contractor that will do the job better. We can assist with general to fine painting work, like faux finishing and textures. We are so confident that you will appreciate the level of quality we bring to your home that we stand behind our work with an industry-leading 5 year warranty. We are an owner-operated company, proud to serve the community with impeccable quality. When you call Del Mar Painting you won't have one estimator bid the job followed by a crew you have never met come to do the work leaving you with a secretary as the only way to communicate about your project. You will meet our owner, David, on the estimate and he will be on every job, right beside our crews, assuring consistent quality and easy communication throughout your project. Call today for a FREE Estimate!

"The Job was done right and there work was done exceptional! Dave Swanson the Owner of Del Mar runs an exceptional painting company! Dave and his painter Juan are exceptional PAINTERS and do exceptional work! "

Daniel G on September 2025

Del Mar Painting has been providing top quality work for homeowners since 1987. With 30 years of owner experience and our company being licensed for over 20 years, you won't find a painting contractor that will do the job better. We can assist with general to fine painting work, like faux finishing and textures. We are so confident that you will appreciate the level of quality we bring to your home that we stand behind our work with an industry-leading 5 year warranty. We are an owner-operated company, proud to serve the community with impeccable quality. When you call Del Mar Painting you won't have one estimator bid the job followed by a crew you have never met come to do the work leaving you with a secretary as the only way to communicate about your project. You will meet our owner, David, on the estimate and he will be on every job, right beside our crews, assuring consistent quality and easy communication throughout your project. Call today for a FREE Estimate!

"The Job was done right and there work was done exceptional! Dave Swanson the Owner of Del Mar runs an exceptional painting company! Dave and his painter Juan are exceptional PAINTERS and do exceptional work! "

Daniel G on September 2025


Mark Mahtesian Painting

5.00(
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Mark Mahtesian Painting

5.00(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
54 years of experience

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Mark and Ryan did an outstanding job. They obviously know what they are doing. Outstanding prep work, suggestions to save me money, and a very professional job. My homeâ s interior looks new again! I would not hesitate to hire him again. Highly recommended."

Norm B on February 2024

We are committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Mark and Ryan did an outstanding job. They obviously know what they are doing. Outstanding prep work, suggestions to save me money, and a very professional job. My homeâ s interior looks new again! I would not hesitate to hire him again. Highly recommended."

Norm B on February 2024


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The Painting Company, LLC

4.64(
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The Painting Company, LLC

4.64(
70
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Super punctual
14 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

We are experienced residential and commercial painters, and we are proud to be in San Diego! We are experts in interior and exterior painting, and our team will provide top-notch customer service throughout the entire process. Visit our site, learn more about our painting process, and call us with any questions. We can't wait to meet you!

"They were quick and efficient, very professional and great at communication. The project was enormous, the entire interior of our home ceiling to baseboards, and they got it done in a week. There were some shortcuts taken, painting over some outlet covers and not sanding the doors first, but they came back and corrected most of the issues in a timely manner. "

Llya W on November 2025

We are experienced residential and commercial painters, and we are proud to be in San Diego! We are experts in interior and exterior painting, and our team will provide top-notch customer service throughout the entire process. Visit our site, learn more about our painting process, and call us with any questions. We can't wait to meet you!

"They were quick and efficient, very professional and great at communication. The project was enormous, the entire interior of our home ceiling to baseboards, and they got it done in a week. There were some shortcuts taken, painting over some outlet covers and not sanding the doors first, but they came back and corrected most of the issues in a timely manner. "

Llya W on November 2025


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King of the Painters Inc

4.66(
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King of the Painters Inc

4.66(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
51 years of experience

King of the Painters, Inc. is the king of the painting jungle when it comes to interior and exterior projects. We perform both residential and commercial jobs of all sizes. Our services include simple re-painting of interior and exterior walls, basic and finished carpentry services, wall texturing, special wall surface effects (such as "marbelizing" and "faux finishes"), installation of recessed ceiling lights, all the way to drywall and acoustical ceiling repair. We also offer expert application of color glazes, specialty industrial coatings, including industrial enamels, epoxy and urethane coatings. Additional DBA - King Of The Painters. Additional email - info@kingofthepainters.com.

"For anyone who needs a recommendation. King of Painters!!! We live in a log home outside of Julian that has never been finished the way it should until now. The quality work, people, and professionalism are as outstanding as their final product."

Shelagh A on November 2024

King of the Painters, Inc. is the king of the painting jungle when it comes to interior and exterior projects. We perform both residential and commercial jobs of all sizes. Our services include simple re-painting of interior and exterior walls, basic and finished carpentry services, wall texturing, special wall surface effects (such as "marbelizing" and "faux finishes"), installation of recessed ceiling lights, all the way to drywall and acoustical ceiling repair. We also offer expert application of color glazes, specialty industrial coatings, including industrial enamels, epoxy and urethane coatings. Additional DBA - King Of The Painters. Additional email - info@kingofthepainters.com.

"For anyone who needs a recommendation. King of Painters!!! We live in a log home outside of Julian that has never been finished the way it should until now. The quality work, people, and professionalism are as outstanding as their final product."

Shelagh A on November 2024


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Santos Quality Painting

5.00(
4
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Santos Quality Painting

5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Santos Quality Painting is a family-owned, second-generation painting company built on honesty, craftsmanship, and pride in our work. With years of hands-on experience passed down through generations, we understand the importance of doing the job right the first time. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured, and we treat every home and project with the same care and respect we would our own. Our goal is to deliver high-quality, long-lasting results through professional service, clear communication, and dependable workmanship you can trust.

Santos Quality Painting is a family-owned, second-generation painting company built on honesty, craftsmanship, and pride in our work. With years of hands-on experience passed down through generations, we understand the importance of doing the job right the first time. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured, and we treat every home and project with the same care and respect we would our own. Our goal is to deliver high-quality, long-lasting results through professional service, clear communication, and dependable workmanship you can trust.


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HECTOR & SON PAINTING INC

5.00(
10
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HECTOR & SON PAINTING INC

5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
48 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

HECTOR & SON PAINTING INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Efficiency, Quality. concentration on detail, very good detail work and Professionalism."

Wayne P on January 2026

HECTOR & SON PAINTING INC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Efficiency, Quality. concentration on detail, very good detail work and Professionalism."

Wayne P on January 2026


S G Painting Services

5.00(
18
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S G Painting Services

5.00(
18
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
26 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"SG Painting is incredible! Israel is professional, reliable, and meticulous with every detail. We’ve trusted him with our projects for years and will continue to hire him for both interior and exterior work. Highly recommend!"

Ruthie M on November 2025

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"SG Painting is incredible! Israel is professional, reliable, and meticulous with every detail. We’ve trusted him with our projects for years and will continue to hire him for both interior and exterior work. Highly recommend!"

Ruthie M on November 2025


Arce Painting

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Arce Painting

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7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

25+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

25+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!


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The Good Painting Co.

5.00(
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The Good Painting Co.

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate

The Good Painting Co. We specialize in residential and commercial painting throughout San Diego, with a focus on exceptional quality, clear communication, and care for both our clients and our team. What sets us apart? We don’t cut corners — we prep thoroughly, use premium materials, and treat your property like it’s our own. Our painters are experienced, respectful, and committed to doing the job right the first time. We also believe in giving back: supporting our crew, backing military and law enforcement, and helping causes that matter.

"The company was responsive and always on time. I changed my mind at the last minute to go from staining to painting and Jordan and Angel were very accommodating. I love the way it looks. I would recommend this company and will use them again when needed. "

Betty A on October 2025

The Good Painting Co. We specialize in residential and commercial painting throughout San Diego, with a focus on exceptional quality, clear communication, and care for both our clients and our team. What sets us apart? We don’t cut corners — we prep thoroughly, use premium materials, and treat your property like it’s our own. Our painters are experienced, respectful, and committed to doing the job right the first time. We also believe in giving back: supporting our crew, backing military and law enforcement, and helping causes that matter.

"The company was responsive and always on time. I changed my mind at the last minute to go from staining to painting and Jordan and Angel were very accommodating. I love the way it looks. I would recommend this company and will use them again when needed. "

Betty A on October 2025

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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in San Marcos, 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.

The San Marcos, CA homeowners’ guide to small projects paintings or stainings

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