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Avatar for Ruben Roman Painting
Ruben Roman Painting
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+3 more

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have never been happier with a painter and I have hired several. After going onto Angi's list, I received a prompt reply from Ruben of Ruben Roman Painting. He came out soon after and emailed a competitive quote. Once started, Ruben kept me informed during each step of the process. Ruben completed the job in a timely manner, but was also a perfectionist. He took extreme pride in his work. He moved furniture, taped and covered parts of the deck, removed old stain down to the bare wood using a chemical cleaner, power washed, sanded and applied the new stain. My deck never looked better! I am that thrilled and highly recommend Ruben for any painting job."
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Luis Painting Company
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+1 more

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Luis was extremely professional and did a wonderful job painting my kitchen. He was also reliable and affordable. I would highly recommend him to paint any room in your house!"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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TM Expert Painting
5.0(
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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 Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"TM did an awesome job painting all the interior walls of our home. They painted 8 rooms and 2 bathrooms in two days which exceeded our expectations. Their work quality is excellent and they moved and protected our furniture and floors to prevent any paint damage. Also did a thorough clean up after the painting was completed. We highly recommended them."
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Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Deco Painting Company
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Bruno and his team at Deco Painting are top-tier and is my go to for any work that entails painting. Decoâ s customer service, responsiveness, quality of work, vision and execution is unmatched. He took great care of my clientâ s 4,000 sq ft luxury home in Marin County, painting the interior, exterior, epoxy flooring, staining staircases, garage and more! Do yourself a favor and hire Deco for all your painting needs!"
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Decks
Deck and sidings

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Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cristoff Painting & Decorating
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quite satisfied with the exterior house painting done by licensed and insured Cristoff Painting and Decorating. Owner on time, gave estimate on the spot. I interviewed all of his references, all praised him and his crew. He and crew courteous, tidy, punctual and fulfilled every task as detailed in contract. I would hire Cristoff Painting again without hesitation."
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration

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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Custom Quality Creations
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+5 more

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner Francisco is very professional. He showed up on time, answered the phone , listened & addressed our concerns. The house was powerwashed , primed , painted with 2 coats of paint ( rain off) that I selected. They finished in 6 days. We have neighbors and had to access their property. Francisco handle issues with the property manager , providing insurance, license, workers comp documents. A tenant had additional concerns that he resolved within a day. The painters worked hard everyday , priming doing caulking & repair work, especially at the top of the building. They were always polite and pleasant to work with. Super nice guys. The price was reasonable and I am very pleased with the service and work."
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Response time2 days
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Painting questions, answered by experts

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.

Manufacturers use a different process and formula for exterior paint versus interior. The exterior formula has to withstand elements like temperature, UV lighting, moisture, wind, and debris. Interior paint doesn’t need to be as tough, only exposed to dust, scratches, dents, scuff marks, and the like.

Regular cleaning, rust-proof coatings, and checking fasteners help prolong the lifespan.

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.

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.

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