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Speedy-Clean Painting & Pressure Washing
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

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"Barry and his crew were very meticulous with caulking and tape lines which adds a clean detailed environment. SC was there on time and reasonably priced, knowledgeable and aided in paint and color selections. Completely hands off!!! Would definitely hire again, perhaps to paint the outside next."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
Avatar for Mike Samuelsen Painting
Mike Samuelsen Painting
4.6(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

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"Mike Samuelsen and his son did an amazing job of painting my kitchen cabinets. They worked quickly, were very professional and friendly. My cabinets look wonderful, even better than I expected. I highly recommend Mike Samuelsen Painting."
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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Mike Samuelsen Painting
4.6(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+2 more

Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

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Mike Samuelsen Painting is a family-owned and operated company proudly serving the Chico area with premium residential and commercial painting services. With over 30 years of experience, Mike has earned a reputation for delivering exceptional results for homeowners who value quality, professionalism, and lasting beauty.\n\nThe two main reasons customers choose Mike are his outstanding craftsmanship and attention to detail, along with his commitment to exceptional customer service. Every project is completed with precision, care, and respect for your home, ensuring a smooth experience and flawless finish from start to finish.\n\nIf you're ready to enhance your home's beauty and value, now is the perfect time to get started.\n\nCall Mike Samuelsen Painting today for your complimentary estimate.\n 📞 707-975-2980

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DaSilva Painting
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brad did a wonderful job. He helped me with paint colors .He was very responsive to my calls and questions even painting my baseboards a nice white that allowed color contrast. It looks beautiful. I am now going to get a quote for painting my kitchen cabinets. He is my painting professional I will be using from here out!!!!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
Quickpaint
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"The Quickpaint crew did a superior job painting inside our entire home, studio, and garage. They also power washed and painted several areas on the exterior of our home with perfect results. Fred's crew members are all efficient, meticulous, and friendly. Highly recommend them for all your painting projects."
Response time2 days
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Interior Painting questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can paint over old exterior paint, but success depends on the condition of the existing paint and proper surface preparation. If the previous coating is in good shape (not cracked, peeling, or flaky), you can paint over it with less prep work. However, for the most durable and professional-looking results, follow these key preparation steps:

  • Clean the Surface: Thoroughly clean the exterior to remove all dirt, grime, and mildew. A pressure washer can be very effective for this.

  • Scrape and Sand: If the old paint is peeling, cracked, or flaky, you must scrape off all loose paint. After scraping, sand the surface to create a smooth, even base for the new paint. Sanding is especially important for wood siding.

  • Apply Primer: Using a quality exterior primer is highly recommended. It ensures the new paint adheres properly, improves durability, and provides a uniform finish. If you are painting a lighter color over a dark one, a tinted primer will help cover the old color more effectively.

Some brands offer paint-and-primer-in-one products for convenience. Taking the time to prepare the surface properly will not only increase your home's curb appeal but also help protect your siding and extend its life.

The biggest issue with painting your interior walls with exterior paint isn’t the way the paint looks or performs—it’s the lack of ventilation. The higher quantities of VOCs in exterior paint will have a harder time dispersing in an enclosed space, so do everything you can to direct them out—like turning on a fan and opening your windows and doors. Afterward, you can simply prime and redo your walls with interior paint, and no one will know the difference.

You don’t necessarily have to remove all the old paint before repainting your deck, but it’s best to remove as much as possible to ensure a smooth and long-lasting finish. Prioritize scraping off loose, peeling, or flaking paint, and sand down rough areas to create a smooth surface for the new paint to bond with.

Distilled white vinegar can help you remove candle wax from surfaces like countertops. You’ll need to scrape off most of the wax and use the distilled white vinegar to help soften and remove the rest and leftover residue. Keep in mind that while it’s possible, using distilled white vinegar isn’t an effective method for removing wax compared to the methods listed above.

It’s best to use a slightly slower-working paint remover that is safer to use, such as mineral spirits, because the strongest spray paint removers are often also the most toxic. Many of these products contain dangerous chemicals, such as methylene chloride, which the EPA banned for most uses in April 2024 after it was established as a major carcinogen.

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