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Dream Painting
4.7(
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent customer service & a company you can trust! Paul provided a detailed description on what the project entails & who the team lead would be. John gave a good advice on the choice of paint colors. Hesus & Jose did a great job painting the house during the hot days in July. I am very happy overall & will definitely recommend."
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Lazcano Painting Co
5.0(
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ernesto and Chava helped us with many projects. They are reliable and easy to work with. They will get your painting projects done with efficiency and professionalism. I highly recommend to anyone seeking to get their painting projects done at a reasonable price!"
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+23

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prep N Paint
5.0(
9
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am a landlord and hired Richard to paint and add stucco to my triplex. He also replaced fallen stucco from underneath my second story pathway with wood. He also fixed/added the wood trimmings to each (4) garage door. His work surpassed my expectations and he finished the job in a timely manner. His work is very neat, his woodwork is precise and outstanding. I am going to hire Richard again to paint the interior of my triplex in the near future and very excited about it. I would highly recommend Richard. He is honest, knowledgeable and talented."
Full stucco and trim job
Full stucco and trim job
Full stucco and trim job
Full stucco and trim job
Full stucco and trim job

+10

65 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mares Painting
5.0(
8
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mares Painting is great. We had our cabinets painted. Mares took great care by covering everything. The painting was flawless. I would recommend these guys for all you painting needs. We were so happy, we will use Mares again. Mark and Ray."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Lee's Painting Co
4.4(
18
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"This was a full interior paint job; walls, ceilings and a fireplace, 4.5 days. The painters were always on time, professional and friendly. A last minute change of one wall color was handled on the spot, without hesitation. Have already recommended Thomas and crew to others!"
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+180

Response time1 day
Response rate88%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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El Morro Painting Inc
4.3(
12
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Signal Hill, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Wow, what a great job these people did. They were here when they said they would be and were professional and courteous. The quality of their work was outstanding. They made sure each day that we understood what they were going to do and they made sure they were doing what we had asked. At the end of each day they cleaned up and left our home as clean as they had found it. These guys are definitely worth hiring again. Thank you for a great job. We are very pleased with the finished product."
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Signal Hill, 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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