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Jose's Painting
4.9(
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent Work and Outstanding Service! I found Jose Rosales Painting through Angi’s List and couldn’t be happier with the results. Jose provided a fair quote for painting our studio/garage and made the process effortless—I simply selected the paint color, and he handled the rest. The transformation was completed in just one day. The lead painter, also named Jose, was detail-oriented, meticulous, and courteous throughout the project. His professionalism and positive attitude made it clear he takes pride in his work. Our studio now looks sparkling clean and beautiful. I highly recommend Jose Rosales Painting and will definitely hire them for future projects. Thank you!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​"
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Response time2 days
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Berger's Painting
5.0(
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. Great crew. Very pleasant employees. Work was done in time frame it was promised. It looks wonderful. Would recommend to anyone who needs their house painted."
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+28

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Dream Painting
4.8(
289
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dream Painting is the Dream Team. I give them an A++. Mr. Kwak came out for the estimate, he was very kind, courteous and professional. He worked with me, offered great tips and went above and beyond to make this project a done deal on short notice. Claire was a pleasure to talk to and work with. She was caring, thoughtful and professional. She checked in often to ensure that everything was going smoothly. She also went above and beyond to get the job done. Luis and his crew were polite and courteous and got the job done in a timely manner. Great job by the Dream Painting team. I recommend them and would hire them again for future projects."
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters® of Santa Monica
4.9(
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellence from the first meeting to the last follow up. The entire team exceeded our expectations, and the work was absolutely professionally planned and executed. They took care of our large 2 unit / 3 story condo building on a challenging sight (we are on a hill). The estimated cost was very reasonable and our change orders were also very competetively priced. Absolutely recommend Certa pro.!"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Hic Quality Painting
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Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Angel did excellent work. There was a great deal of preparation needed for the job and he did everything necessary to insure the outcome was perfect. My job took over four days and Angel was prompt, focused and always a pleasure to communicate with. Also, his price was especially reasonable. I will use Angel Hic for any future painting project I have. He has my highest recommendation."
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4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Santa Monica, 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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