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Avatar for King of the Painters Inc
King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
78
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contracted King of the Painters to paint the exterior of our home in Clairemont after reading customer reviews about their services. We met with the companies owners who were very helpful in helping us select a new house paint color scheme. The workers were on time and cleaned up the work site each afternoon. We had a few issues with the job and called them to report the issues and they were very quick to come out to correct the discrepancies. We would recommend using them to anyone."
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
The Painting Company, LLC
4.5(
159
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+5 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nile Schmidt is a true professional. I had him paint the outside and inside of a rehab I purchased in late 2008. Almost 1 decade later and the paint job has held up very, very well as I had a contractor over recently who thought the work had been done in the last 2 years (prompting me to write this review). Nile is great and easy to work with and his team is prompt and meticulous. If you want quality work done in a timely fashion at a reasonable price, I can't recommend anyone better than Nile and The Painting Company!"
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Adhesion Painting
4.6(
38
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+2 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Geoff and his team were very meticulous, professional, experienced and really good people. We were very impressed with all the prep work done before the actual painting of the exterior was started. We highly, very highly recommend Adesion painting and plan to use them for future projects."
Ext. Stairwell Windows
Garage Door (Redwood)
Front Entry Gate
West Facing Door & Threshold
Redwood Windows 2x2

+56

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for The Painting Company, LLC
The Painting Company, LLC
4.7(
83
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+6 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am very pleased with the outcome of the painting work on my house. I receive positive comments from neighbors about how nice my house looks. Everyone I dealt with at The Painting Company were courteous and helpful. The painters showed up on time and did a fantastic job."
Exterior Project
Ocean Beach Exterior
Commercial Building Exterior
Garage Epoxy Flooring
Interior Painting

+121

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Golden State Paint Service
5.0(
12
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+6 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Family owned/operated painting service. Laura and Brandon are THE PAINTING PROFESSIONALS. Outstanding knowledge of different paints and proper applications. Super fair pricing and completed the job on time. I will use Golden State Paint Service again weather it be interior/exterior/staining or any painting needs. Many thanks to Laura and Brandon. Simply, job well done !"
Repainted porch and railing
Front entry before power wash, paint and stain
Painting - Exterior Project
New color
Painting - Interior Project

+27

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ortiz Quality Painting Services
4.8(
111
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+5 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Saul and his crew did an excellent job painting the exterior of our house. They were clean, fast and paid attention to details. They power washed, repaired stucco, caulked all joints, masked, used drop clothes everywhere and painted stucco and trim. All painted lines were sharp and clean. They didn’t even damage any roof tiles. Couldn’t be happier and I highly recommend them."
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+43

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
ECO Painting
4.8(
95
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Raul is a true Professional, The other companies suggested to me are no competition to his company ECO Paint I wil use their services again.. Cost of project very reasonable pricing.. Highly recommend ..Job Well Done"
Custom Home
Going GREEN
re stucco
Going GREEN
re stucco

+1

Response time11 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for CG Pro Painting
CG Pro Painting
5.0(
235
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Encinitas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were on a tight timeline to prepare a condo apartment for listing for sale. Painters from CG Pro Painting managed to work around the tight timeline and did fantastic work, including crack repairs and fixing ceiling stains due to recent flood. We believe their exceptional work and quality really helped with the sale. Would definitely recommend them to others!"
Interior painting
Interior painting
Interior painting
Stairs
Exterior painting

+138

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by99%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

Typically, a fence requires one to two coats of stain. The exact number can vary depending on the porosity of the wood. For specific guidance, it's best to check the manufacturer's instructions. After applying the first coat and letting it dry completely, you can assess the finish. If it appears patchy, uneven, or you want a more saturated color, a second coat is recommended. An extra coat can also help cover lap marks.

Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don’t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.

Yes, you can and should paint or stain pressure-treated wood, as this helps prevent the surface from cracking. However, it is crucial to wait for the wood to dry out completely from the chemical treatment process before applying a finish. If the wood is still wet, the paint will not adhere properly. The drying time can range from weeks to six months. To test if the wood is ready, drip some water onto a board. If the water is absorbed, the wood is dry enough for painting or staining. If the water beads up on the surface, it needs more time to dry. You can build with the wood while it's still wet, but you must wait for it to dry before painting.

DIY is possible with proper tools and knowledge, but professionals can ensure even application and high-quality results, saving time and hassle.

Yes, you can limewash surfaces other than brick. Plaster, stone, stucco, and concrete can all also be limewashed. Any porous surface that will absorb the wash is a good candidate for limewash, although it won’t help much with waterproofing. If you choose to limewash over paint, you’ll need to prep before applying it to avoid a powdery, chalky finish. Shiny surfaces like metal or glass can’t absorb limewash, so it’s not suited for these.

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