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Touchstone Painting Co
5.0(
293
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Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work done by Touchstone was outstanding! Not only was the work outstanding, but every member of the staff was extremely professional, considerate and courtesy. They paid attention to details and did it the correct way. Touchstone not only painted three rooms for us, but they completely remodeled our master bathroom. I would highly recommend Touchstone for painting and remodeling projects. Their workmanship is outstanding!"
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Master bathroom remodel
Updated fireplace surround with custom mantle and doors
Small first floor bath remodel

+35

Response time3 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Sefner Painting
5.0(
121
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Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Greg has done painting jobs for me on several occasions, most recently December 2025 when he repainted my entire 1200-square-foot apartment. He is very attentive to his customer’s needs and offers expert advice on what types of paint will work best, how to address special problems, etc. Most importantly, the quality of his work is exceptional, from his prep work to final application of the paint. Professional work in every respect. I recommend him most highly."
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+10

Response time1 day
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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JM Painting & Remodeling
5.0(
59
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Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"I've been trying to get a "small" project done in my house for years. I reached out to several other companies who either didn't respond or came for a job walk and pretty much told me they couldn't do the work. JM painting and remodeling didn't. They gave me a reasonable price and were incredibly professional while they worked. The work they did was so great you'd have no idea that it wasn't a part of the original home design. I will definitely hire them again."
Grayslake Exterior Paint
Grayslake Exterior Paint
Grayslake Exterior Paint
Grayslake Exterior Paint
Grayslake Exterior Paint

+100

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Handy Men & Mrs Helper Kitchen & Bath
4.9(
1,139
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Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"THE BEST experience with a contractor EVER! We’ve owned 7 houses and have hired numerous contractors to do a variety of work, this was by far the smoothest, most thorough job we’ve ever had done. The communication, preparation and scheduling made us feel at ease with the project. Everyone of the workers and managers of the job showed up on time and got our job done on the specific schedule we were given. The quality of the work was top notch! The entire team was a pleasure to work with!"
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
5.0(
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Serving Palatine, IL and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’ve worked with a lot of contractors, several different types of work, and none of them. Absolutely none of them took as much pride in their work and doing an excellent job. Not good. EXCELLENT. As the crew at Trinity Quality Paint. I’d recommend, hire again, and show their work off anytime to anyone."
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for small projects painting or staining projects in Palatine, IL

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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