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CLS Painting
4.7(
60
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Larry was courteous, personable, very knowledgeable and professional. He was prompt and thorough. He power washed and stained all 3 of our decks at our cottage, gave us good advice on selecting products used and how to maintain afterward. We highly recommend CLS Painting."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Painting by Don
4.8(
74
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Don was so wonderful to work with. He truly cares about his customers and saw the vision we had for our cottage. Itâ s beautiful!! I donâ t think we have ever had such a quick response and execution of a project. I highly recommend Painting by Don."
Exterior Painting
Interior Work
Decks & Patios
Doors
Painting by Don

+125

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JC Color painting LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"What a great experience working with JC Color Painting! Very professional and extremely quick service from start to finish. Will definitely have them back for future painting projects. Dave & Michele"
Response time50 mins
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clearwater Handyman & Outdoor Solutions
4.6(
12
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Quick response

"Dont judge a book by it's cover. It's hard to find a quality handyman -- especially in Northern Michigan. The folks at Clearwater, led by Tyler, quoted quickly and got the job done on time and according to all specified parameters. A small start up that needs a little front end polish -- but dont let that dissuade you from hiring. A quality finished product is what counts. They delivered this in spades. Not only would I hire them again, I sincerely hope to help them grow and will recommend them to the property owners I service in my business."
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Root's Renovations
4.4(
9
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My house was very drafty and I was tired of paying through the nose heating it and putting unnecessary strain on my furnace. I reached out to Jesse at Roots Renovations and he gave me a reasonable price, finished the job in a timely manner, and now it stays much warmer and furnace doesn't run as much. Can't wait to see how cool it stays in the summer. If I need anything else done I'll definitely seek him out."
Water Damage Ceiling - Before
Water Damage Ceiling Repair - After
Demolition Work
New Wood Floor Install - Work in Progress
New Wood Floor Install - Work in Progress

+12

Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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Start painting - Home Facebook
5.0(
26
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Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Was very impressed with Thomas and Tom.... They were prompt and efficient in getting our project completed and it looks great!! Will not hesitate to have them back for more painting!!"
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Kingsley
Kingsley
Kingsley
Kingsley

+60

Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Traverse City, MI

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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