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*Army Vet Owned* Grady Jones Paint Contractors
5.0(
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Over the course of the last year Grady Jones Paint has worked for me on (3) different occasions to repaint our home interior. The scope of work included scraping the popcorn ceilings, flattening them and then repainting them; repainting all of the walls; painting our cabinetry; and, finally, staining the exposed woodwork on our deck. Clee was very responsive and visited the project every time his workers were on site. Tim and Eddie made up the crew who did the work. They were amicable, professional, courteous and did a GREAT job. I plan to use Grady Jones Paint for any future work and recommend them to anyone in need of a paint contractor."
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+19

Response time11 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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CRUZ HOME PAINTING LLC.
5.0(
51
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jesus is a true professional, providing excellent work and communication! His entire crew was so respectful of our property, plants, etc. They were so easy to work with and we will be using him soon for some additional interior and exterior work. If you want a worry-free job done right at a reasonable price, call Jesus Cruz!"
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Brothers Carpentry & Paint
4.9(
59
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carlos, Jason and Mario did an excellent job replacing my attic door. Price was agreed upon before they did the work. On the day of the work they showed up promptly. I really appreciated how they kept everything clean and made sure I knew how to operate the attic door and was satisfied before painting and trim work."
Windows and Trim
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+9

Response time3 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by45%of homeowners
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H&M Contractor LLC
5.0(
40
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I am so thankful I hired Henry at H&M Contractor for my bedroom and bathroom project. I live in a 1984 manufactured home so the walls are not drywall. They replaced the bedroom ceiling, painted my bedroom, and bathroom, installed crown moulding, baseboards, trim, and 3 nice two panel doors that they made work in my home and some other miscellaneous work. My bedroom and bathroom look awesome now. I am very happy with the results. Henry and his crew were always prompt, courteous, and professional. Henry communicated with me every step of the way. The whole project was drama free which I appreciated. They care about their work and want you to be happy. They are fantastic and I plan to use them for future projects."
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Cortes Painting NC, LLC
4.9(
53
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jose was very friendly and knowledgeable. He provided a good price with excellent work. He went the extra mile to make sure I got what I needed to make my fence last many more years."
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+14

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Joshua Home Repairs
5.0(
37
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

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Emergency services offered

" Joshua was on time as well as very personable and putting together my dining room table and four chairs. He was quite patient with reading the instructions carefully and he actually made it fun to work with him."
Concrete - Pouring & Repair Project
Plumbing Project
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+20

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Paz Painting
5.0(
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had previously hired Paz Painting to remove popcorn from the ceilings in 2 rooms and hired his crew again to do the same in our dining and living rooms, an entryway and the upstairs stairwell ceiling. They also painted several rooms. They did a great job in both regards and did a nice job of cleaning up when done. Narciso is easy to work with and I would definitely hire his company again."
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Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cransten, Inc. DBA Cransten Handyman and Remodeling
4.8(
234
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I purchased a Pella patio door & installation through a retailer that turned into a total disaster and was eventually abandoned by the installer. I called Cransten to properly install, frame out, insulate & trim the door unit. Alan did everything | asked for and more. Alan is a true craftsman who took on a very challenging project and turned it into perfection! I would highly recommend Cransten and will definitely use again."
Garage Cabinet Assembly
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+12

Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
140 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Top Level Services, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jesus and his team with top level services were very professional. They were punctual and courteous. They installed cabinets in my kitchen that they built from scratch. The outcome of their work was very impressive. The workmanship was top notch. Most of all they were very reasonable on their price. I will recommending family and friends to use their services and I will use this company for future projects in my home. Thank you Jesus."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Durham, NC

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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