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Avatar for Beyond Quality painting
Beyond Quality painting
4.9(
75
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional job. Very friendly crew. Showed up as promised. Understood & executed the project as requested. Very pleased with finished product. Already working with Julio planning my next project with Best Quality Painting."
Vidya Gude Cupertino Ca
San Francisco Ca
Exterior Painting Project- Foster City Ca
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+67

Response time2 days
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Detail Pro Painting
5.0(
18
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I needed my wood carriage type garage door and 30 feet of cedar fence refinished and stained after 9 years of wear. I also needed the wood trim around the house repainted. It was hard for me to find a painter who would take on this relatively small job. Previous businesses I contacted even through Angies List either weren't interested in the size of the job or wanted to paint the garage door rather than stain it. Detail Pro Painting understood what I wanted and made it happen. Their attention to detail for both the prep work as well as the actual staining were quite superb. They power washed, bleached, sanded where needed and masked off the adjoining areas very meticulously. There was no "overspray" or bleed when they were done. I am really very happy with the job they did. Manny the owner communicated well and understood what I desired. I believe that this company takes pride in their quality and does not charge extra for it!"
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+17

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Indigo Painting
5.0(
36
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Indigo Painting did an excellent job painting our home in San Francisco. We've had our home painted several times, but Indigo by far did the best job ever. They thoroughly cleaned, scraped, patched and prepped the house for painting. Then they gave us a really beautiful, detail oriented paint job. They also kept us informed of any damage they found. Omar and his team are incredibly accommodating and pleasant to work with. Finally, their pricing is very reasonable especially for the excellent quality of work that they do."
Finished Product
Priming
Finished Product
Preparation
Finished Product

+156

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trimble Construction and Custom Painting
4.9(
29
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have hired Trimble Construction many times for a variety of remodel work, from simple to complex. They are professional, prompt, and I have always been pleased with the quality of work. Highly recommend"
BEAUTIFUL DECK  RESTORATIION (BEFORE & AFTER)
BEAUTIFUL DECK RESTORATIION (BEFORE & AFTER)
BEAUTIFUL DECK RESTORATIION (BEFORE & AFTER)
BEAUTIFUL DECK RESTORATIION (BEFORE & AFTER)
BEAUTIFUL DECK RESTORATIION (BEFORE & AFTER)

+71

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Campos Painting
5.0(
10
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Serving San Carlos, 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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L Y L PROFESSIONAL BRUSH
5.0(
14
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Luis did a fantastic job. I needed a custom built in bookcase painted. When he came for the initial consultation he walked me through his process, showed me exactly what he was going to do and actually cleaned up and improved some of the details that the carpenters were not attentive to. He also painted 4 cabinet doors for other parts of my home as well. Great to work with!"
Interior paint
Interior paint
Interior paint
Interior paint
Interior paint

+28

Response time2 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Urbina's Painting Company
4.4(
14
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am very pleased with the work of Urbina's Painting Company. Every aspect of the project, from initial quotation to final details was very professionally handled. The project was completed ahead of schedule. I am very particular about work done on my house and could not have asked for more. I will definitely use Urbina's for future work, and I am recommending them to my neighbors."
Exterior Painting Project
Exterior Painting Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+74

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Victor's Painting
4.9(
7
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hired to paint massive pergola, backyard surrounding fence and both side gates. I knew what color i wanted, but it was nice for him to put on different shades before staining. So I felt more comfortable with the final color decision. Easy to talk too and did not feel pressured at all. Pricing was the best from the 3 bids. Overall a pleasant experience, and did a great job! Ty"
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clementson Painting Inc
5.0(
7
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Serving San Carlos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ivan and his crew were absolutely wonderful! They not only painted our entire house a new color, but they also removed and replaced window frames that were rotten or termite damaged. All of their work was top notch: professional, friendly, on-time and with excellent communication skills. My wife and I are so pleased with the job Ivan and his crew did, that we highly recommend him to anyone who needs their house painted; you will not be disappointed, I promise you."
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in San Carlos, 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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