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Beyond Quality painting
4.9(
75
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It was timely and well planned. Nearby plants and cars were covered and protected. Excellent surface preparation including old chipped or peeling paint removal, calking of gaps and cracks and quality oil based primer on areas needing it. Windows were protected and quality paint was applied. Cleanup was thorough."
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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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

"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."
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+156

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Flex Paintings
4.9(
25
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Flex Painting was incredibly professional and performed great work. Our home was in desperate need of stucco repair, window trim replacement, and paint and they were able to do that and more. After our kitchen contractors abandoned our window replacements, Flex paint stepped in and got the job done! Bayardo even stopped by for one last walk through after we were satisfied with the work just to touch up spots he was not personally satisfied with. I would highly recommend their services and will be using them again when we are ready to skim coat our bedrooms as they are by far the most reliable contractors we have hired throughout our home renovation."
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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(
202
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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
Picasso Painting
4.9(
19
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"These workers show much pride in their work. Their prices are very reasonable. If you find any problems along the way, just tell one of the workers and they will fix it. If there are any concerns, call the office and the two secretaries Emily and Sasha, are most helpful and efficient at solving the problem."
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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

"Prompt and friendly, they handled the job with care and made sure everything was clean after completion. Will use for next painting project."
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driveway
deck
exterior
driveway

+73

Response time6 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Urbina's Painting Company
4.7(
13
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Serving San Francisco, 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 by92%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

"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 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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