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Avatar for Ruben Roman Painting
Ruben Roman Painting
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ruben offered a competitive bid, was available to start the project promptly, and completed the work ahead of schedule without cutting corners to do so. The prep and painting were very well done, the crew was hardworking and pleasant. Ruben kept me informed as to their progress throughout the project. Definitely would hire Ruben Roman Painting again!"
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Oak Painting
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job. Omar was courteous, considerate and very professional. We were concerned about the plants along the walls but he took extra measures to ensure none of them were damaged. The best decision we have ever made was to go with Green Oak Painting."
Finish Results of Paint Work
Working on 2 coats of exterior paint
Great finish of Exterior paint work, allways applying best quality paint
Look like new home
Exterior deck refinishing

+242

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Leoni's Quality Painting Inc
4.9(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony and his team are professionals! They are skilled, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and clean. My house has never looked better and I get a lot of compliments on the quality of the paint job. If you are looking for a quality painter, Anthony Leoni is it."
Bell Marin Keys Novato
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Exterior Painting  Novato
Exterior Painting  Novato
Exterior Painting  Novato

+26

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Skage Painting
5.0(
13
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The absolute best!! So professional and wonderful to work with. Priced so fair and provides stellar service. Highly recommend! Our go to for all our painting needs!"
kitchen  remodeling
kitchen remodeling
cracked repair
cracked repair
cracked repair

+36

Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TM Expert Painting
5.0(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Tim did a great job. Was very responsive and thorough. He performed both rough and finish detail work. He started and ended his work on schedule and budget. We would certainly reach out to Tim again when we need painting help in the future."
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+14

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Deco Painting Company
4.9(
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"They were very punctual and very neat and very particular. They did a beautiful job on my home. I highly recommend this company for any painting project!!"
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Lower Sunset SF
Vivid colors !
Decks
Deck and sidings

+31

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SMART & BEYOND PAINTING INC
5.0(
18
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Smart & Beyond Painting did a great job painting the our home exterior. Alex the manger was helpful and crew were hard workers. Completed all repairs I requested. Found a few unexpected problems and fixed it at an additional cost."
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

+17

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cristoff Painting & Decorating
4.9(
16
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Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was wonderful! We are so pleased with the skill level, attention to detail, knowledge and timeliness of completion. We will defend have Cristoff Painting work for us as other work is needed!"
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration

+2

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

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.

Whether to brush or roll stain on wood depends on the project and your preference. Brushing is ideal for smaller, intricate areas and offers more control over the application, ensuring thorough coverage and penetration into the wood's grain. 

Conversely, rolling is efficient for more extensive, flat surfaces and can save time. However, it is not always the best fit for textured or uneven wood. Some projects may benefit from combining both methods, using a brush for detail work and a roller for broader areas. Ultimately, the choice between brushing and rolling depends on the specific requirements of your staining project.

Wood stain does go bad, but it will last in the can for between three and six years, provided you use proper storage techniques. Storing wood stain in open containers or in extremely low or high temperatures will cause your wood stain to become unusable much more quickly. Water- and latex-based wood stains typically last for just two to four years, while oil-based wood stains can last for three to six years.

You should stain both sides of your fence to get the full benefits. Fences often fall along property lines, so you may want to save a buck by leaving your neighbor’s side in the dust. If you do that, all you get is a slightly better view. Moisture and UV rays can still sneak in through the side that’s unpainted or worn down and damage your fence. Rot and rust will spread, even if you can’t see it from your side of the lawn.

Whitewashing isn’t permanent, but it can last for a long, long time. When you apply it correctly or have a seasoned pro whitewash your brick, whitewashing can last for 20 to 30 years or longer. Whitewash is very durable and typically requires little maintenance, making it a great project for most DIYers.

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