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Avatar for Ramos Painting
Ramos Painting
4.8(
20
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+4 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in erector's and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Isaiah Painting and Decor
4.9(
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+4 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Dependale, honest reasonable, trustworthy. Did exactly what the contract stated and more. Try these guys out you wont be disappointed. Always on time. I feel very lucky to of found these guys, you will too. They prepped house, painted exterior, stained deck and more. The best in the west. thankyou Jose, Abel and teddy bear. Karen Carmel Valley."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
New Life Painting
4.9(
74
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick response. Excellent team of painters. Very professional. Patient with me and my questions. Went above and beyond. They painted the exterior of my home. Will have them back to paint interior."
Response time1 day
35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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New Generation Painting & Builders Inc.
4.9(
56
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ivan, Sarai, Ismael and others were fantastic to work with. I hired New Generation to paint the interior of my condo. They did a fantastic job and I'm so very pleased with the results. I had lots of questions and they were very patient with me. They explained the steps they would take and I learned a lot about different grades of paint, wall textures, etc. Outstanding customer service. Punctual as well. Will hire them again when I get my kitchen cabinets done next year. If you need any painting work done, I HIGHLY recommend New Generation Painting. You won't be disappointed."
TRELLIS STAIN
FRONT DOOR
KITCHEN CABINETS REFINISH
STAIN TO PAINT
EXTERIOR PAINTING  PROJECT

+145

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
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DIB PAINTING LLC
5.0(
5
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+6 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

My name is Daniel Bishikwabo, founder of DIB Painting LLC. I specialize in high-quality residential and commercial painting, as well as custom murals that bring creativity and character to every space.\nWith a strong commitment to craftsmanship, precision, and attention to detail, my goal is simple: deliver beautiful, lasting results that transform homes and businesses.\nAt DIB Painting, every project is treated with professionalism, care and pride from the first brushstroke to the final finish.

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Jason Kelly Finesse Painting
5.0(
4
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

My name Is Jason Kelly, owner of Jason Kelly Finesse Painting. I have been a painter for most of my life, a professional for over 10 years and most recently a Painting Contractor.\n I offer an exceptional quality and lasting job, at a fair price. My schedule is flexible, I'm willing to work evenings as well as weekends. There s no job too big or too small. Feel free to contact me for a free estimate.

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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BENAVIDES DRYWALL, INC.
4.9(
21
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+5 more

Serving Carmel, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hector and his crew are excellent! They work with my schedule and they work fast while doing an excellent quality job. They turned my garage into a palace compared to how it was when I started. They reinforced the garage structure and put up drywall on the walls and created a new ceiling with new storage area above. Then the taped, textured and painted. My garage is now the nicest room in the house. Thanks Hector! - Paul V. - San Jose, CA."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
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Painting questions, answered by experts

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

Adding a second coat of stain to wood can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

Most gutter painting pros also specialize in complete home exterior painting. You may save by making your gutter painting part of the cost to paint the exterior of a house in its entirety. Many people have all parts of their home exterior painted simultaneously to keep everything looking equally fresh. Consider having walls, trim, porches, shutters, and doors painted as well.

If you have the time and the budget, we strongly recommend staining your fence, especially if it's looking a bit tired or hasn't been treated recently. While you may not see the same return on investment (ROI) as you would with a project like a kitchen remodel, staining a fence is one of the best ways to add a facelift to your property—a new fence stain adds serious curb appeal to your home. 

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