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PAINT TIGERS

4105 South Carolina PL
4.95(
20
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PAINT TIGERS

4105 South Carolina PL
4.95(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
127 local quotes requested

Angi Members: Exclusive Exterior Offer — Free Estimate + 12‑Year Guarantee Exterior specialists only: premium repaint + stucco/wood repairs and replacement Rock‑Solid 12‑Year No‑Peel Workmanship Guarantee Flexible payments: pay by card or choose financing See it before we paint: 3D digital renderings of your home Fully licensed and insured How to claim your Angi member pricing: Mention you found us on Angi when you book We’ll lock your member offer and schedule your free consultation Call now to reserve your Angi slot • PAINT TIGERS 📞 Call today for your FREE consultation and remember to say you found us on Angi’s to lock in your exclusive discount!

"So far everything seems to be going well, we have contracted paint Tigers, and spoke with Ron. Ron went over our choices to paint the house and gas explained every step to us."

Emilia R on October 2025

Angi Members: Exclusive Exterior Offer — Free Estimate + 12‑Year Guarantee Exterior specialists only: premium repaint + stucco/wood repairs and replacement Rock‑Solid 12‑Year No‑Peel Workmanship Guarantee Flexible payments: pay by card or choose financing See it before we paint: 3D digital renderings of your home Fully licensed and insured How to claim your Angi member pricing: Mention you found us on Angi when you book We’ll lock your member offer and schedule your free consultation Call now to reserve your Angi slot • PAINT TIGERS 📞 Call today for your FREE consultation and remember to say you found us on Angi’s to lock in your exclusive discount!

"So far everything seems to be going well, we have contracted paint Tigers, and spoke with Ron. Ron went over our choices to paint the house and gas explained every step to us."

Emilia R on October 2025


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Rick Jamison Painting

5888 Los Pacos Street
4.95(
241
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Rick Jamison Painting

5888 Los Pacos Street
4.95(
241
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
203 local quotes requested

We are a family run company and have been in business since 1978. We do high quality work add a moderate price. What we guarantee is the quality of our work. We are not happy unless you're happy. We generate 80% of our business from referrals either from past clients or other trade professionals. A business that generates repeat business and referrals is a sign that they provide quality service. We service all Orange and Los Angeles county areas. Additional email - [email protected].

"Great work!"

Al S on July 2025

We are a family run company and have been in business since 1978. We do high quality work add a moderate price. What we guarantee is the quality of our work. We are not happy unless you're happy. We generate 80% of our business from referrals either from past clients or other trade professionals. A business that generates repeat business and referrals is a sign that they provide quality service. We service all Orange and Los Angeles county areas. Additional email - [email protected].

"Great work!"

Al S on July 2025


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Anytime House Painting

4.62(
13
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Anytime House Painting

4.62(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
166 local quotes requested

additional phones.. (888)-861-2300,(213)382-2300,(310)284-8771,(626)359-5000,(818)764-9114 fax#(213)3899796...Family business with 10 employees..no out sider subs.cost determine by the job.pro certified from home advisor,have a five star at home advisor. ** ask about angie's list special discount**

"We hired John and Anytime Painting to paint our exterior garage, doors, as well as concrete steps and front porch. He was great at first, and we selected his crew over other quotes. However, after just a few months, the paint on our front porch and steps is pealing off in patches. We tried contacting him multiple times via direct text as well as through Angi to repair the porch and stairs, and we have not even gotten a response yet after a month of trying. That is not to mention that his crew left at the end of the job with items obviously unfinished, like the trim on an area of the the garage that had been primed but not painted at all in one spot, the lighting fixture they had removed was not put back onto the house, and they had to come back a week later to complete the obvious items. IT seems likely that they only applied 1 coat of paint to the porch and front steps, which was not obvious at the time, but other steps painted with the same paint are fine, so it is the only explanation. Now we are going to have to have the front porch and steps repainted again, after paying him to do the job. I am not typically one to leave negative reviews, and was hoping to resolve this directly, but since he is not responding to us, we don't have a choice, as I would definitely not recommend working with a company that does not complete or stand by their work and then ghosts."

Anne H on June 2025

additional phones.. (888)-861-2300,(213)382-2300,(310)284-8771,(626)359-5000,(818)764-9114 fax#(213)3899796...Family business with 10 employees..no out sider subs.cost determine by the job.pro certified from home advisor,have a five star at home advisor. ** ask about angie's list special discount**

"We hired John and Anytime Painting to paint our exterior garage, doors, as well as concrete steps and front porch. He was great at first, and we selected his crew over other quotes. However, after just a few months, the paint on our front porch and steps is pealing off in patches. We tried contacting him multiple times via direct text as well as through Angi to repair the porch and stairs, and we have not even gotten a response yet after a month of trying. That is not to mention that his crew left at the end of the job with items obviously unfinished, like the trim on an area of the the garage that had been primed but not painted at all in one spot, the lighting fixture they had removed was not put back onto the house, and they had to come back a week later to complete the obvious items. IT seems likely that they only applied 1 coat of paint to the porch and front steps, which was not obvious at the time, but other steps painted with the same paint are fine, so it is the only explanation. Now we are going to have to have the front porch and steps repainted again, after paying him to do the job. I am not typically one to leave negative reviews, and was hoping to resolve this directly, but since he is not responding to us, we don't have a choice, as I would definitely not recommend working with a company that does not complete or stand by their work and then ghosts."

Anne H on June 2025


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Parks Roofing & Painting, Inc.

1112 Montana Ave
4.64(
132
)
Approved Pro

Parks Roofing & Painting, Inc.

1112 Montana Ave
4.64(
132
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

Being a Roofing and Painting contractor in Santa Monica, we are committed to not just meeting, but exceeding the expectations of our clients. We service all roof types, including repairs, new installations, roof coatings, as well as full service interior and exterior painting. It is important to be able to work together as a team to ensure that you get the quality of work that you want, need and deserve. Our goal is to help make that happen for you. We offer a variety of important roofing and painting services all while using only the best materials to get the job done. You get the finest in craftsmanship, customer care, products and even pricing. Over four decades and three generations of hands-on, industry related experience means that you get the best quality in workmanship and results. Quality should always matter when it comes to your home. This is especially true when it comes to your roofing. The bottom line is that you need to be able to rely on an exceptional service provider for your roofing and painting needs. There is no reason to settle for anything less than the best. Please the expert, George Parks for all your Roofing & Painting related needs!

"I must say George Parks was a refreshing difference from all the contractors we had quoted from. Out of the 5 contractors that bid for us, George, as the sole proprietor, came out and gave us straight forward, no-nonsense bid. He was methodical in his site inspection work and gave us a best case scenario of how the ideal roof repair was supposed to go. He wasn't slick or gimmicky with pricing. I knew right away this guy took a ton of pride in his family's tradecraft. He also built into the pricing to account for unexpected surprises like wood damage and he was also willing to work with me on pricing when our actual roof dimensions was larger than the estimate I provided for him on area, which consequently meant more materials needed to finish the project. George pulled all the necessary permits and handled all the city paperwork. The project took about 7-10 days to complete which included exterior paint, decking repair, stucco repair, wood repair and restoration. His crew showed up on time and kept the site very clean. George served as foreman and was there every single day without fail. We spent 30 minutes each day with a work in progress walk around and updates whenever a major phase was completed. At all times, he was keeping an eye on the quality control and ferrying supplies to keep the crews working on schedule. His crews are experienced, polite, and punctual. In the end, he cleaned up the site better than he left it. The house now looks brand new and the painting looks immaculate. He was the right combo of services for us. We had hard to paint areas (like the chimney and high rooftop trims) and the fact we had coordinated with the roofing schedule, the outcomes were better than if they were done in piecemeal. The painters were able to reach difficult areas that would have required scaffolding but since we did the roof at the same time, they were able to integrate access to hard areas seamlessly in the schedule. This was a significant repair for us but I felt I had my money well spent on all the work that needed to be done. He was fair, honest, punctual, transparent, and experienced. He stood firm on his quote with no up-sells. He budgeted for allowances for unseen surprises within reason. He also stood behind his workmanship. A+ work."

Paiwei W on April 2019

Being a Roofing and Painting contractor in Santa Monica, we are committed to not just meeting, but exceeding the expectations of our clients. We service all roof types, including repairs, new installations, roof coatings, as well as full service interior and exterior painting. It is important to be able to work together as a team to ensure that you get the quality of work that you want, need and deserve. Our goal is to help make that happen for you. We offer a variety of important roofing and painting services all while using only the best materials to get the job done. You get the finest in craftsmanship, customer care, products and even pricing. Over four decades and three generations of hands-on, industry related experience means that you get the best quality in workmanship and results. Quality should always matter when it comes to your home. This is especially true when it comes to your roofing. The bottom line is that you need to be able to rely on an exceptional service provider for your roofing and painting needs. There is no reason to settle for anything less than the best. Please the expert, George Parks for all your Roofing & Painting related needs!

"I must say George Parks was a refreshing difference from all the contractors we had quoted from. Out of the 5 contractors that bid for us, George, as the sole proprietor, came out and gave us straight forward, no-nonsense bid. He was methodical in his site inspection work and gave us a best case scenario of how the ideal roof repair was supposed to go. He wasn't slick or gimmicky with pricing. I knew right away this guy took a ton of pride in his family's tradecraft. He also built into the pricing to account for unexpected surprises like wood damage and he was also willing to work with me on pricing when our actual roof dimensions was larger than the estimate I provided for him on area, which consequently meant more materials needed to finish the project. George pulled all the necessary permits and handled all the city paperwork. The project took about 7-10 days to complete which included exterior paint, decking repair, stucco repair, wood repair and restoration. His crew showed up on time and kept the site very clean. George served as foreman and was there every single day without fail. We spent 30 minutes each day with a work in progress walk around and updates whenever a major phase was completed. At all times, he was keeping an eye on the quality control and ferrying supplies to keep the crews working on schedule. His crews are experienced, polite, and punctual. In the end, he cleaned up the site better than he left it. The house now looks brand new and the painting looks immaculate. He was the right combo of services for us. We had hard to paint areas (like the chimney and high rooftop trims) and the fact we had coordinated with the roofing schedule, the outcomes were better than if they were done in piecemeal. The painters were able to reach difficult areas that would have required scaffolding but since we did the roof at the same time, they were able to integrate access to hard areas seamlessly in the schedule. This was a significant repair for us but I felt I had my money well spent on all the work that needed to be done. He was fair, honest, punctual, transparent, and experienced. He stood firm on his quote with no up-sells. He budgeted for allowances for unseen surprises within reason. He also stood behind his workmanship. A+ work."

Paiwei W on April 2019


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AKeithInc

11333 Moorpark Street
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro

AKeithInc

11333 Moorpark Street
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
61 local quotes requested

We are a family owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service to meet each client’s needs. Our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to finish. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate in a professional manner. Our reputation is built on service, safety, and quality—no matter how large or small the job. 💸💰 Minimum job $1,500

"Our shiplap wall used to look awful. And I can’t count how many times painting companies knocked on our doors and asked if we want to paint the house. We always turn them away and tbh it can be really annoying. But what made us go with Keith? One day, Richie knocked on our door, and before I could say anything to reject him, he already disclosed his whole lineage - his father, his grandfather were all in the business. He made a great first impression so when we finally decided to paint the house, I made an effort to find their business card and gave them a call. The whole estimation process was so smooth and the price is fair in this market. Richie was very professional and gave us updates each step of the way - we know how many workers will be onsite at what time, and what they will do the next day and at approximately what time they would finish the day and leave. And the actual painters (very sorry we didn’t get their names) were very respectful to the place, and they are efficient and gentle! They rarely spooked my fearful dog even! I have a lot of flowers and plants planted against the wall, they managed to work around all of them without damaging anything, compared to the previous painters, where we could see they just directly left patches unpainted behind the plants. After everything was done, they cleaned up meticulously and put back everything they had touched. I’m really impressed! We will definitely recommend Richie and his crew to anyone who needs a fresh look on the house."

Jingyi Z on September 2025

We are a family owned and operated company with over 20 years of experience. We take great pride in our expertise, quality, and customer service to meet each client’s needs. Our mission is to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to finish. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate in a professional manner. Our reputation is built on service, safety, and quality—no matter how large or small the job. 💸💰 Minimum job $1,500

"Our shiplap wall used to look awful. And I can’t count how many times painting companies knocked on our doors and asked if we want to paint the house. We always turn them away and tbh it can be really annoying. But what made us go with Keith? One day, Richie knocked on our door, and before I could say anything to reject him, he already disclosed his whole lineage - his father, his grandfather were all in the business. He made a great first impression so when we finally decided to paint the house, I made an effort to find their business card and gave them a call. The whole estimation process was so smooth and the price is fair in this market. Richie was very professional and gave us updates each step of the way - we know how many workers will be onsite at what time, and what they will do the next day and at approximately what time they would finish the day and leave. And the actual painters (very sorry we didn’t get their names) were very respectful to the place, and they are efficient and gentle! They rarely spooked my fearful dog even! I have a lot of flowers and plants planted against the wall, they managed to work around all of them without damaging anything, compared to the previous painters, where we could see they just directly left patches unpainted behind the plants. After everything was done, they cleaned up meticulously and put back everything they had touched. I’m really impressed! We will definitely recommend Richie and his crew to anyone who needs a fresh look on the house."

Jingyi Z on September 2025


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J & J Painting & Decorating

15692 Fox Hills St
4.62(
247
)
Approved Pro

J & J Painting & Decorating

15692 Fox Hills St
4.62(
247
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
36 local quotes requested
44 years of experience

Bringing spaces to life with quality craftsmanship and personalized service since 1981. Your vision, our expertise. We paint, decorate, and finish residential and commercial spaces—inside and out—with precision and style. Call (714) 895-1801 or email [email protected] to schedule a free estimate.

"From start to finish this is a fantastic company! Joon was personable, on time, communicated regularly through text, paid great attention to detail and even helped to troubleshoot the cause of some issues we had with water damage on our home. He was thorough in his bid, honest about what they could accomplish and how long it would take. Our home was a challenge for several reasons: 1. It had not been painting in nearly 20 years and had damage to stucco (some we hired others to fix due to extensive issues), the eaves were badly peeling due to an inadequate prep job done by our previous painter. 2. We have all wood windows and many of them , some had water damage that rotted sections of the wood frames, and a large back slider door also wood all with small grid lines. A lot of work to paint! 3 The chimney (appeared to be brick but was actually concrete over rebar) had damage that turned out to be cosmetic thankfully but his team did an excellent job to repair section and make it look so much better After power washing, they sanded extensively to remove as much peeling and damage as possible, and even went beyond what he said he could do by replacing sections of our rotted window trim rather than simply using the wood putty to fill. His workers did an incredible job and paid attention to detail in many problem areas we pointed out. We agreed upon the highest end Dunn Edwards paint Evershield and he was patient as we decided on a white trim color even mixing a custom color for us. I also wanted a brick pillar removed and a wood one built to replace it in our front porch area—Joon worked to create a beautiful new post with the details as in the picture I sent him. It is simply gorgeous! I could not be happier with the result and have received so many compliments on how our house looks upon completion. Hopefully the paint holds up to the weather conditions, keeping its color and adherence to the stucco and wood. I highly recommend Joon, Sal and the crew for your painting needs!!!"

Meg E on August 2020

Bringing spaces to life with quality craftsmanship and personalized service since 1981. Your vision, our expertise. We paint, decorate, and finish residential and commercial spaces—inside and out—with precision and style. Call (714) 895-1801 or email [email protected] to schedule a free estimate.

"From start to finish this is a fantastic company! Joon was personable, on time, communicated regularly through text, paid great attention to detail and even helped to troubleshoot the cause of some issues we had with water damage on our home. He was thorough in his bid, honest about what they could accomplish and how long it would take. Our home was a challenge for several reasons: 1. It had not been painting in nearly 20 years and had damage to stucco (some we hired others to fix due to extensive issues), the eaves were badly peeling due to an inadequate prep job done by our previous painter. 2. We have all wood windows and many of them , some had water damage that rotted sections of the wood frames, and a large back slider door also wood all with small grid lines. A lot of work to paint! 3 The chimney (appeared to be brick but was actually concrete over rebar) had damage that turned out to be cosmetic thankfully but his team did an excellent job to repair section and make it look so much better After power washing, they sanded extensively to remove as much peeling and damage as possible, and even went beyond what he said he could do by replacing sections of our rotted window trim rather than simply using the wood putty to fill. His workers did an incredible job and paid attention to detail in many problem areas we pointed out. We agreed upon the highest end Dunn Edwards paint Evershield and he was patient as we decided on a white trim color even mixing a custom color for us. I also wanted a brick pillar removed and a wood one built to replace it in our front porch area—Joon worked to create a beautiful new post with the details as in the picture I sent him. It is simply gorgeous! I could not be happier with the result and have received so many compliments on how our house looks upon completion. Hopefully the paint holds up to the weather conditions, keeping its color and adherence to the stucco and wood. I highly recommend Joon, Sal and the crew for your painting needs!!!"

Meg E on August 2020


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House Painting Inc

3616 1/2 Foothill Blvd
4.83(
787
)
Approved Pro

House Painting Inc

3616 1/2 Foothill Blvd
4.83(
787
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
304 local quotes requested

Additional Phones - (800) 540-6004, (818) 957-1202, (626) 350-1578, (310) 477-9667, (310) 540-5005, (323) 730-0544. Cell: 818-254-5400 / Over 730 happy reviews from Angie's List members. ( in Painting Business for 43 years) www.housepaintinginc.com Text 323-989-1326 Cell: 818-254-5400 [email protected] /#1 rated on Yelp and # 1 rated Angi / www.housepaintinginc.com

"It went well."

Deida G on February 2025

Additional Phones - (800) 540-6004, (818) 957-1202, (626) 350-1578, (310) 477-9667, (310) 540-5005, (323) 730-0544. Cell: 818-254-5400 / Over 730 happy reviews from Angie's List members. ( in Painting Business for 43 years) www.housepaintinginc.com Text 323-989-1326 Cell: 818-254-5400 [email protected] /#1 rated on Yelp and # 1 rated Angi / www.housepaintinginc.com

"It went well."

Deida G on February 2025


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Eagle View Remodeling

4.86(
50
)
Approved Pro

Eagle View Remodeling

4.86(
50
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
685 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting, Flooring and Ceramic Tile services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! Visit our website at https://eagleviewremodeling.com/.

"I was pleased with Amir and highly recommend him. He responded quickly with quotes and the delivery of professionals to my home to get the work done. The jobs were relatively small but he did not hesitate to help me. The quality of the work was excellent."

Susanne S on September 2025

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting, Flooring and Ceramic Tile services, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today! Visit our website at https://eagleviewremodeling.com/.

"I was pleased with Amir and highly recommend him. He responded quickly with quotes and the delivery of professionals to my home to get the work done. The jobs were relatively small but he did not hesitate to help me. The quality of the work was excellent."

Susanne S on September 2025


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James White Painting

1146 N Central Ave
4.76(
84
)
Approved Pro

James White Painting

1146 N Central Ave
4.76(
84
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
108 local quotes requested

Transform your home with the expertise of James White Painting. Our skilled team specializes in exterior painting, bringing a fresh and vibrant look to your property. With a commitment to quality and attention to detail, we set ourselves apart from the competition. Contact us today for a professional touch that will enhance your home's curb appeal. Additional phone: 818-795-8487.

"Excellent work! Done on time, reasonable price. Responses to questions were timely. James White Painting did what they said they’d do, when they said they’d do it! Would highly recommend!"

Ken M on June 2025

Transform your home with the expertise of James White Painting. Our skilled team specializes in exterior painting, bringing a fresh and vibrant look to your property. With a commitment to quality and attention to detail, we set ourselves apart from the competition. Contact us today for a professional touch that will enhance your home's curb appeal. Additional phone: 818-795-8487.

"Excellent work! Done on time, reasonable price. Responses to questions were timely. James White Painting did what they said they’d do, when they said they’d do it! Would highly recommend!"

Ken M on June 2025


"We needed approximate 750 square foot redwood deck refinished. Mike responded, showed up next day on time, provided what seemed fair proposal. We signed and established start date. Miguel, Leo, and Jim came on time, did meticulous job sanding. Carefully cleaned all sawdust and applied stain and sealer Deck looks beautiful. Time will tell how long it lasts."

Murray L on May 2023

From large to small jobs, A&H Home Remodeling can handle all of your renovation needs. Remodel your bathroom or kitchen, replace flooring, add a deck, repaint your home and more. We do it all.

"We needed approximate 750 square foot redwood deck refinished. Mike responded, showed up next day on time, provided what seemed fair proposal. We signed and established start date. Miguel, Leo, and Jim came on time, did meticulous job sanding. Carefully cleaned all sawdust and applied stain and sealer Deck looks beautiful. Time will tell how long it lasts."

Murray L on May 2023

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Painting questions, answered by experts

Streaky trim paint can result from several factors, including improper application techniques and insufficient coats. If you use a brush too large or damaged, you’re more likely to get uneven coverage. Using the wrong paint for the surface can also mean it’s not opaque enough to get the right coverage and a smooth finish. Remember to keep drying times in mind if you’re doing multiple coats. Make sure the bottom layer is completely dry before adding another layer. Otherwise, the brush and drag and clump the different paint textures, leading to a streaky, bumpy mess.

The general rule when painting a home on your own is one day per room. It can take longer based on room size, drying times for a particular paint, and the number of coats used. If you hire a professional, the team of painters will usually work more quickly. With a professional doing the job, you’re looking at one to three days for the entire home, depending on the number of coats you need and the size of the team.

Yes, you can paint stone on the exterior of a house. It’s important to properly prep the stone by cleaning off dirt and debris. You’ll want to apply at least two coats of paint to get the most even and complete coverage. Any pinholes or missed spots, however small, can allow moisture to get into the masonry and potentially cause the paint to blister and peel from the stone.

Most spray paint is fully dry after 24 hours, but knowing when the spray paint is dry depends on the type of dry paint criteria. Surface dry is a surface that’s dry enough for you to apply another coat of paint. Touch dryness is a little dryer than surface dryness and will feel dry if you gently touch it, but it’s really wet underneath the initial touch. Hard dry feels fully dry but can dent or smudge upon extra pressure. Thoroughly dry paint is completely dry. 

Typically, professionals recommend two coats of paint for even coverage. However, you may be able to get away with one coat if you’re painting over a light color with a darker or similar-shade color. But if you’re going from a darker to a lighter color, like white to black, you may need up to three coats.

If you’re going from a darker to a lighter color, like white to black, you may need up to three coats. Buying high-quality paint and using primer on the walls beforehand can save you the extra labor and cost that comes with adding more coats of paint.

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