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G&M's Painting
5.0(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gustavo knows how to stain wood to perfection, and he s a very precise painter. He stained our 10x10, second story deck and a wood gate. I was worried stain might get splashed on the house, window, etc., but he taped, used drop cloths, and painted very neatly. He was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. He took a day to clean and prep the deck, then waited a day to let it dry. Then he did the staining in one day. He arrived when he said he would, cleaned up the site afterward, and was very courteous. It was a pleasure to deal with such a professional. We will keep him in mind for any future painting/staining projects."
Response time3 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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MR Professional Painting
4.8(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys are the best in OC a pleasure to work with and they did a great job I am very please with it I highly recommend than to anyone. I will definitely be calling on them for all my painting need"
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Avila's Paint & Finishing
5.0(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2001

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Alfonso to paint all my cabinets in my home to Lacquer finish and was one of the best decision I made. Very friendly and communicative throughout the entire project. I would recommend for any paint project."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dream Painting
4.8(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

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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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8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Rex Painting Inc
5.0(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Rex Painting Inc. for a paint job, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. The team was professional, on time, and paid great attention to detail. They did a fantastic job prepping, painting, and cleaning up afterward—everything looks clean and flawless."
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Exterior Painting Project

+9

Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Specialty Design Coatings
5.0(
364
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Specialty Design Coatings company Highly recommend! Quick service & very trustworthy. Worked with Kavehsay Yar (owner) Specialty Design Coatings, and his team of expert painters led by Antonio Padilla. Both men were very knowledgeable about other potential issues before getting into the actual job of painting my house and refreshing (staining and sealing) my homes entry sidewalk. Antonio's team was very professional and were great to work with. They were always on time and finished the job when they promised. Their work was excellent and they cleaned up after each days work and also a thorough cleanup when the project was completed. I would definitely use them again and would recommend them to anyone needing an excellent painting team and company."
Response time1 day
208 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Sergio's Painting
5.0(
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

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Emergency services offered

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"I have known Sergio for many years and more recently have gotten to know his son Bryan. He was originally referred to me by a neighbor when the time came to paint the exterior of my home. Sergio was a consummate professional from beginning to end. He was extremely helpful in working with us on paint schemes and when it came to the job, his prep work was methodic and precise as was the actual painting. The house looked amazing and we received many complements on it. Sergio subsequently painted the interior of our home and likewise did an amazing job. Since then, Sergio and Bryan have worked on painting jobs for my mother as well as on rental properties that I own. The quality of their work is always superb and just as importantly, their rates are very competitive. I wouldn't consider using anyone else on my painting projects. I highly recommend."
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Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Excel Painting
4.7(
17
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Serving Dana Point, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Daniel helped guide our project start to finish by first suggesting the brand of paint and then suggesting things he could do to make the finished product even better than we had imagined. He matched touchup paint on molding to leaving the work area clean after every day's work. And he was very trustworthy as we had to leave our house during the day and he secured the house before we returned when he finished for the day. And we liked very much that he is a local in Dana Point!"
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Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Dana Point, 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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