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Avatar for Master Color Painting
Master Color Painting
4.7(
51
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steve is very easy to communicate with, and was responsive to any concerns I had. He has a broad range of knowledge in home construction and maintenance, and graciously helped me out with a couple issues I had. The exterior house painting job and deck staining that I hired him for turned out great - and was reasonably priced. I highly recommend him. He's a pro, and a good guy."
1333 Pepper Rd
cabinets
texture
Theater
Finish

+327

Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for DARRIN ROGERS QUALITY PAINTERS
DARRIN ROGERS QUALITY PAINTERS
4.6(
27
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I canâ t say enough about Darrin and the quality of work they performed.. They were professional, timely, polite, detail oriented and clean. They exceeded my expectations. My house looks amazing! I highly recommend Quality Painters for your next paint project. I will absolutely use them again."
My cabinets
My cabinets
My cabinets
1
2

+6

Response time5 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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SOCO PAINTING
5.0(
10
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Daniel and his team at Soco Painting did a fantastic job on the exterior paint job. They were quick, thorough and communicative including tackling some minor dry rot repair and shutter replacement plus final touch ups. All for a far price. A+ No complaints."
SOCO PAINTING
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

+37

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Wilson's Painting
4.9(
7
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I highly recommend Wilson’s Painting. First time I’ve hired someone to paint the interior of my home and so glad I did. Punctual, clean and thorough. Nathaniel is a true professional and I will definitely use them again. Thank you for an amazing job, what a difference my home looks - love it!!!!"
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Platinum Painting & Upgrades
5.0(
12
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Platinum Painting was everything you want in a contractor. Excellent work, very competitive pricing, on time, and went over the top to make sure everything (deck repair, painting) was done perfectly. We will definitely be using them again."
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
Restaurant painting
ceiling frames
concrete design

+18

24 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sonoma Valley Painting
5.0(
6
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Serving Occidental, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Sonoma Valley Painting to paint the entire interior of our home before moving in, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Jeremy and his team were wonderful to work with—professional, detail-oriented, and incredibly skilled. Our house originally had dark colors throughout, and Jeremy completely transformed it, brightening every space and giving it a fresh, welcoming feel. We painted every single room and added a dark accent wall in our bedroom, which Jeremy helped us match perfectly to our vision. Our home also had custom-stained doors, and Jeremy went above and beyond to ensure any new or unstained trim matched beautifully. He even helped refinish our front door, which truly elevated our curb appeal and made the whole house feel brand new. We highly recommend Sonoma Valley Painting for anyone looking for quality work, great communication, and a team that truly cares about the finished product."
 interior house
 interior house
Exterior Bodega Bay
Exterior Bodega Bay
Exterior Bodega Bay

+35

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Painting questions, answered by experts

If possible, it is beneficial to paint both sides of your fence to protect the fence more completely from the elements. Painting both sides of your fence will create a more consistent appearance as well. However, the time and cost involved in painting both sides of the fence may cause people to paint only the side they see.

Oxygen bleach uses hydrogen peroxide as a base and won’t harm wood when using it as a cleaner. On the other hand, chlorine bleach breaks down wood at the cellular level and causes irreversible harm. Although you may not see immediate damage to wood after exposing it to chlorine bleach, its strength and integrity are now compromised.

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.

Overall costs depend on the fence height and length, prep work required, and labor if hiring professionals, ranging between $1 and $4 per square foot.

Limewash and whitewash are two techniques used to give brick a light, matte finish, but they differ in composition, application, and permanence. The best choice depends on your aesthetic goals and the specific surface.

Composition

  • Limewash: A natural and environmentally friendly option made from limestone, water, and sometimes pigments. It is breathable and soaks into porous surfaces like brick.

  • Whitewash: Traditionally made from lime, water, chalk, and binders, but a similar look can be achieved with watered-down white paint. It is paint-based and sits on top of the surface.

Appearance and Finish

  • Limewash: Provides a natural, textured appearance that allows the brick's character to show through. It offers a more traditional finish.

  • Whitewash: Creates a softer, more opaque finish, often used for a rustic or shabby-chic style.

Application and Permanence

  • Limewash: Is semi-permanent and can be removed, making it a good choice if you might want to change the look in the future. It requires more skill to apply and cannot be used on previously painted brick.

  • Whitewash: Is a more permanent solution. It is more forgiving to apply and can be used on painted brick. However, because it sits on the surface, it can trap moisture.

Ultimately, if you want a breathable, natural, and reversible finish for unpainted brick, limewash is a great option. If you need a more permanent, opaque coating that can be applied over painted surfaces, whitewash is the better choice. Whitewashing may also be more economical, costing approximately $1.40 to $4.20 per square foot.

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