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REVIVAL PAINTING is a premiere full service contractor that operates out of Boulder Creek, CA. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!
"I donâ t often write reviews but was warranted in this instance. We have 3 rental properties and have dealt with a ton of contractors over the years, many have been inconsistent with communication, adhering to agreed upon time frames, and quality of work. Jonathan and his team are top notch. Got back soon after request, arrived on time, job was done quickly, efficiently, and with attention to detail. Very happy with quality of work. Would definitely recommend."
Rachel A on October 2024
REVIVAL PAINTING is a premiere full service contractor that operates out of Boulder Creek, CA. We pride ourselves on high quality work and precise attention to details. Call today!
"I donâ t often write reviews but was warranted in this instance. We have 3 rental properties and have dealt with a ton of contractors over the years, many have been inconsistent with communication, adhering to agreed upon time frames, and quality of work. Jonathan and his team are top notch. Got back soon after request, arrived on time, job was done quickly, efficiently, and with attention to detail. Very happy with quality of work. Would definitely recommend."
Rachel A on October 2024
FINAL TOUCH PAINTING SERVICES with over 20 years of experience is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Edgardo did a great job of painting and staining our large deck and stairs. We appreciated his attention to detail. Communication and scheduling was easy. We look forward to having him do more work for us in the future, and highly recommend him to others."
Janel G on December 2024
FINAL TOUCH PAINTING SERVICES with over 20 years of experience is the leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!
"Edgardo did a great job of painting and staining our large deck and stairs. We appreciated his attention to detail. Communication and scheduling was easy. We look forward to having him do more work for us in the future, and highly recommend him to others."
Janel G on December 2024
With over 30 years of experience in the painting industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from color consulting and artistic finishes to custom interiors and exteriors. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Transformational Color, a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Gregory and his team members are friendly and very easy for me to work with. Quality craftmanship and a thorough job seem to be at the top of their list. I saw this in their presentation, and also in their work."
Douglas B on May 2022
With over 30 years of experience in the painting industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from color consulting and artistic finishes to custom interiors and exteriors. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give Transformational Color, a call today, we look forward to working with you!
"Gregory and his team members are friendly and very easy for me to work with. Quality craftmanship and a thorough job seem to be at the top of their list. I saw this in their presentation, and also in their work."
Douglas B on May 2022
I pride myself on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. I am an expert in my trade and will do my best to keep you as educated as I can on your particular task or project. I look forward to earning your business!
"I had my kitchen cabinets painted. Lance was very professional and friendly and guided me through which paint would work best for the job. The work was done on time as promised. All these things I really appreciated. The workmanship was beautiful and the pricing was very competitive. I would highly recommend hiring them for any painting projects you have."
Holly M on June 2025
I pride myself on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. I am an expert in my trade and will do my best to keep you as educated as I can on your particular task or project. I look forward to earning your business!
"I had my kitchen cabinets painted. Lance was very professional and friendly and guided me through which paint would work best for the job. The work was done on time as promised. All these things I really appreciated. The workmanship was beautiful and the pricing was very competitive. I would highly recommend hiring them for any painting projects you have."
Holly M on June 2025
We work with our clients to clearly understand what they wish their completed painting project to look like. While many can apply paint to a surface, the open communication we maintain with our clients and our attention to every detail results in winning success. If you wish to work with a team of painters who understand exceptional workmanship and strive in every facet of the job to perform above the expectations of our clients, we would be honored to meet with you. J&D Painting is a company people love to do business with because we provide "Quality beyond Praise".
"J&D is a family owned business that specializes in house painting and more. Check their website. I hired the team to paint the exterior of my home and I am very pleased with their work. They completed the project on the time they estimated…5 days…and cleaned up everything after they finished. Their work is very neat and professional. The price was reasonable and I highly recommend their services."
Marlene B on June 2025
We work with our clients to clearly understand what they wish their completed painting project to look like. While many can apply paint to a surface, the open communication we maintain with our clients and our attention to every detail results in winning success. If you wish to work with a team of painters who understand exceptional workmanship and strive in every facet of the job to perform above the expectations of our clients, we would be honored to meet with you. J&D Painting is a company people love to do business with because we provide "Quality beyond Praise".
"J&D is a family owned business that specializes in house painting and more. Check their website. I hired the team to paint the exterior of my home and I am very pleased with their work. They completed the project on the time they estimated…5 days…and cleaned up everything after they finished. Their work is very neat and professional. The price was reasonable and I highly recommend their services."
Marlene B on June 2025
AndSon Painting Inc is a third generation painting company 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.
"Appreciated the good communication, professionalism, and their consideration for the inconvenience that a kitchen cabinet painting causes. My cabinets look beautiful!"
Barbara N on March 2024
AndSon Painting Inc is a third generation painting company 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.
"Appreciated the good communication, professionalism, and their consideration for the inconvenience that a kitchen cabinet painting causes. My cabinets look beautiful!"
Barbara N on March 2024
Ox Constructions mission is to pursue and to bring professional looking projects that are both beautifully crafted and durable to our fine customers. We are the company you go to for certainty and we make your project our priority. We focus on Building and Interior Remodeling for all Residential customers. Give us a call or click to see how we can change your space today!
"Ox Construction was such an absolute pleasure to hire, easy to communicate with, and did eve try thing I wanted and more, plus he got the project done at a lightning speed at a rate that was flexible with what my needs were. I needed a couple rooms in my house painted, it all looked even, the trim was immaculate. I’m thrilled. Side note; I find hiring different trade workers, getting multiple bids from different companies etc. is at the end of the day quite taxing. But Brandon? He can do it all! Painting, carpentry, welding ALL OF IT! So whatever my household needs and fixes are in the future I have an easy to work with one stop shop to contact! 10/10 would recommend."
Trianna F on October 2024
Ox Constructions mission is to pursue and to bring professional looking projects that are both beautifully crafted and durable to our fine customers. We are the company you go to for certainty and we make your project our priority. We focus on Building and Interior Remodeling for all Residential customers. Give us a call or click to see how we can change your space today!
"Ox Construction was such an absolute pleasure to hire, easy to communicate with, and did eve try thing I wanted and more, plus he got the project done at a lightning speed at a rate that was flexible with what my needs were. I needed a couple rooms in my house painted, it all looked even, the trim was immaculate. I’m thrilled. Side note; I find hiring different trade workers, getting multiple bids from different companies etc. is at the end of the day quite taxing. But Brandon? He can do it all! Painting, carpentry, welding ALL OF IT! So whatever my household needs and fixes are in the future I have an easy to work with one stop shop to contact! 10/10 would recommend."
Trianna F on October 2024
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Wonderful! From the estimate of our job, paint choices, to the completion of our work. Communication was clear, job completed in a timely manner, the crew was exceptional, polite, courteous and good work ethic. (We lived in our home while the job was being completed and the crew respected us and our home.) The pricing was very competitive and we would use Diaz Professional Painting for all future painting needs. We highly recommend Felipe and his crew!"
Steve M on July 2024
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Wonderful! From the estimate of our job, paint choices, to the completion of our work. Communication was clear, job completed in a timely manner, the crew was exceptional, polite, courteous and good work ethic. (We lived in our home while the job was being completed and the crew respected us and our home.) The pricing was very competitive and we would use Diaz Professional Painting for all future painting needs. We highly recommend Felipe and his crew!"
Steve M on July 2024
Watercolors is a residential and commercial painting contractor and color consultation company specializing in the custom painting of your home or business, a fully licensed, bonded and insured local painting contractor providing home painting service throughout our community.
"Great results, got the job done faster than expected."
Casey M on August 2023
Watercolors is a residential and commercial painting contractor and color consultation company specializing in the custom painting of your home or business, a fully licensed, bonded and insured local painting contractor providing home painting service throughout our community.
"Great results, got the job done faster than expected."
Casey M on August 2023
Two Men and a Brush Painting is a small, owner-operated business providing painting and related services across the South Bay and surrounding locales. Established in 1983, we take pride in the fact that 100% of our business comes from satisfied customer referrals and repeat customers--the strongest validations possible. We are also top-rated on YELP.
"They were great in every aspect, professional. Punctual, cost effective and friendly. Definitely five stars!"
Kay U on August 2024
Two Men and a Brush Painting is a small, owner-operated business providing painting and related services across the South Bay and surrounding locales. Established in 1983, we take pride in the fact that 100% of our business comes from satisfied customer referrals and repeat customers--the strongest validations possible. We are also top-rated on YELP.
"They were great in every aspect, professional. Punctual, cost effective and friendly. Definitely five stars!"
Kay U on August 2024
FAQs for exterior home or structure paint or stain projects in Santa Cruz, CA
Painting vinyl siding is a budget-friendly way to revive curb appeal without paying for new panels. As long as the boards aren’t warped, cracked, or leaking, a coat of high-quality acrylic paint can buy you another five to 10 years before replacement.
Stick to lighter shades so the siding doesn’t soak up excess heat, and prep the surface well for the paint to bond. If you’re seeing rot or moisture damage, skip the paint and plan for new siding instead.
High-quality acrylic paint is recommended for vinyl siding. Acrylic paint adheres firmly to vinyl surfaces and resists peeling and fading, providing a sleek and long-lasting finish. Ensure the siding is thoroughly cleaned and prepared for optimal results. Your exterior painting pro has the expertise to properly prepare your siding’s surface to ensure proper adhesion.
Priming is not required if the vinyl siding remains in good condition and is properly cleaned. However, if the original color is severely faded or the panels have become porous, priming becomes essential. Priming provides a smooth, even base that improves paint adhesion and enhances durability, ensuring the acrylic finish adheres properly and lasts longer.
A paint sprayer is the quickest, most consistent way to coat vinyl siding. The fine mist reaches grooves a roller can miss and lays down an even layer in a fraction of the time. You’ll still need a brush for tight corners, but a sprayer slashes labor hours and reduces lap marks.
If you’re renting equipment, ask the supplier for a tip size made for exterior acrylics so the paint atomizes correctly and sticks to the siding.
Painted vinyl siding lasts between five and 10 years. The durability depends on the quality of the surface preparation and the local climate conditions. When the siding is thoroughly cleaned and prepped, and high-quality acrylic paint is used, the finish endures longer. In hotter regions, the lifespan may be closer to five years, while cooler climates help extend it.
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