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Dream Painting
4.7(
327
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We just had our house painted by Dream Painting, and I truly cannot express how impressed we are with the entire experience—from beginning to end. From the initial request for a quote, Paul was incredibly easy to work with. He was open, honest, and transparent about everything, especially the reasoning behind Dream Painting’s use of only the highest-quality paint. From day one, he made it clear that they weren’t interested in doing anything less than a job we could all be proud of—and they delivered on that promise in every way. Claire in the office was absolutely amazing. Despite some scheduling challenges caused by my HOA (and me), she handled everything smoothly. Whether I had questions about colors, scheduling, or anything else, she was always polite, professional, prompt, and a joy to work with. Roberto, the project supervisor for our home, deserves the highest praise. His dedication to customer service is rare and admirable. We had multiple conversations throughout the process about everything from unexpected issues to color decisions and prep work. He always made time to explain the pros and cons of any choice we faced and genuinely worked to find the best solution—even if it meant more work for him or his crew. What really stood out was how he treated my home like it was his own. Roberto has an incredible eye for detail and clearly has years of high-quality painting experience. He constantly inspected the work and caught things I never would have noticed—then made sure they were addressed properly, not just quickly patched. On many occasions, he voluntarily created more work for himself to ensure perfection. Even though he was frequently hands-on with the crew—prepping, painting, or overseeing progress—he always made time to communicate with me. Whether by call or text, I never waited more than an hour for a response. Dream Painting is lucky to have someone like Roberto representing them. He treated me like I was his only client and genuinely acted like he owned the company. I got five quotes before starting this project. Price is always a factor when it comes to something as major as painting the entire exterior of your home. But from my first interaction with Paul and Claire, I had a feeling this company was different—and I was 100% right. Not only did they pressure wash and thoroughly prep the entire home, but they also used top-of-the-line Dunn-Edwards paint. To my surprise, their quote actually came in as the lowest of the five. My wife and I absolutely love the final result. We will never use anyone else for painting—Dream Painting is our go-to from now on, and we’ll specifically be asking for Roberto. If you're even thinking about having paint work done, give Dream Painting a call. You won’t be disappointed. In fact, it may be one of the best home improvement decisions you ever make."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Jose's Painting
4.9(
108
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Immediately I knew Jose’s Painting would be the company to not only bring my home back to life, but would protect it to SUSTAIN the impact of future elements, due to the proposal that was written with extensive care as to HOW they were going to get the house back into shape and WHAT they were going to use. My home has not been painted or stuccoed since the early 80's it needed TLC. This FAMILY OWNED company makes you feel like you are part of the family. Jose aka “Pops” had extensive details of how to make the project come together, while his son Jose had the modern perspective of how to keep the project in current times. The foremen, Elvis explained every detail whenever we had questions or requests. Allen, Gochi, and Ozzy showed up everyday with professionalism and care. The whole team is trustworthy and relatable. I will NOT use any other painting/stucco/interior/exterior specialist for any future project. The care and detail the team provided went above and beyond. WORTH every penny! This one is for the WIN!"
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+67

Response time2 days
Response rate95%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters® of Santa Monica
4.7(
53
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris Williams did an exceptional job on a difficult project. We had problems with the crane/lift that was initially provided to do the job. When that method turned out to be unsafe, scaffolding had to be built, a more expensive item. Despite those additional costs, Chris honored the original bid. But more than that, Chris is great to work with. He's knowledgable, patient, attentive and trustworthy. His crew is great, too. Our Homeowners Association has been using Chris and CertaPro for years. They are the only paint company we will use, and we recommend them whenever we can to people who need painting professionally done. A ten out of ten!"
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Hic Quality Painting
5.0(
16
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Angel & his team did a great job on a very big & challenging project! They showed up every day, on time, & worked very hard. His pricing is very competitive & he’s a great guy! I’ll always go to Angel for all of my painting needs!"
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - exterior
Painting - exterior
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - exterior project

+45

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Specialty Design Coatings
4.8(
436
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Santa Monica, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company exceeded our expectations. They stained all our cabinets and banisters, painted inside of home, epoxied garage floor, stained driveway, repaired misc. Kaveh was reliable, friendly, fair and honest. This company works hard and gets the job done right."
Response time1 day
162 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%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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