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Last update on December 05, 2025

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Quality Painting and Paper Hanging

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Quality Painting and Paper Hanging

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Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
54 years of experience

We are a family ran business with over 90 years of combined experience in the painting trade. The name STEPHENS has always been synonymous with QUALITY work and customer SATISFACTION. We offer superior expertise in all aspects of residential and light commercial painting, whether it's interior or exterior, brush, roll or spray application. Having been involved in the trade for many years, we have developed may contacts and a history of working with local building contractors, realtors and other trades. We have a vast knowledge of all paints and materials used in the industry with a good working relationship with local paint dealers. Our goal is to make you, the customer happy. ONLY WHEN YOU ARE SATISFIED IS OUR JOB COMPLETE! Additional phone - (217) 415-3958

"We used William to paint our living room and hallway, including ceilings. We have used him multiple times and I don't even call anyone else - he does a great job, cleans up well, and is an absolute pleasure to work with. I would trust him with any painting job, inside or out!"

Carolyn A on December 2025

We are a family ran business with over 90 years of combined experience in the painting trade. The name STEPHENS has always been synonymous with QUALITY work and customer SATISFACTION. We offer superior expertise in all aspects of residential and light commercial painting, whether it's interior or exterior, brush, roll or spray application. Having been involved in the trade for many years, we have developed may contacts and a history of working with local building contractors, realtors and other trades. We have a vast knowledge of all paints and materials used in the industry with a good working relationship with local paint dealers. Our goal is to make you, the customer happy. ONLY WHEN YOU ARE SATISFIED IS OUR JOB COMPLETE! Additional phone - (217) 415-3958

"We used William to paint our living room and hallway, including ceilings. We have used him multiple times and I don't even call anyone else - he does a great job, cleans up well, and is an absolute pleasure to work with. I would trust him with any painting job, inside or out!"

Carolyn A on December 2025

Board Designs

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Board Designs

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I am a detail-oriented person with the knowledge and skills to build or repair about anything at a persons home. I am a single person small business but do have a couple of people that help me when needed. I am not afraid to get my hands dirty. Customer service is always priority one. I also build custom outdoor furniture and small interior pieces as well. I excel in figuring out how to accomplish the difficult or different tasks one may want. I have been is business for myself only 4 short years but I have over 20 years experience in the different fields. I look forward to talking with you so we can finish your next project together.

I am a detail-oriented person with the knowledge and skills to build or repair about anything at a persons home. I am a single person small business but do have a couple of people that help me when needed. I am not afraid to get my hands dirty. Customer service is always priority one. I also build custom outdoor furniture and small interior pieces as well. I excel in figuring out how to accomplish the difficult or different tasks one may want. I have been is business for myself only 4 short years but I have over 20 years experience in the different fields. I look forward to talking with you so we can finish your next project together.

Perez construction

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Hello this is eduardo Perez I'm here looking for people who need help with roofing and siding and concrete we are very professional and we will live to help you call 3093636098

Hello this is eduardo Perez I'm here looking for people who need help with roofing and siding and concrete we are very professional and we will live to help you call 3093636098

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Brittons lawncare, home improvement and hauling LLC.

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Brittons lawncare, home improvement and hauling LLC.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Our lawn care business covers services ranging from grass lawn cutting, edge trimming, debris removal, turf maintenance, fertilization, weed control, and pest control.

"They did a great job. They also cleaned up after the jobs were done. They were polite and very professional. And I would recommend them for future jobs soon to come."

Cynthia D on March 2024

Our lawn care business covers services ranging from grass lawn cutting, edge trimming, debris removal, turf maintenance, fertilization, weed control, and pest control.

"They did a great job. They also cleaned up after the jobs were done. They were polite and very professional. And I would recommend them for future jobs soon to come."

Cynthia D on March 2024

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M&J Concepts & Solutions Inc.

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M&J Concepts & Solutions Inc.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

27 Years of Experience. Professional results. Family owned and operated, located in Central Illinois. General contracting company we specialize in all Phases of Residential, Light Commercial Remodel & Repair. Wall, floor, ceiling systems, roof systems. Doors, windows, siding, decks, kitchen cabinets. Marble, pre-finished hardwood floors, tile, LVT, all floating floor systems. Paint, stain. Structural repair. Concrete work as well as repair and so much more.

"It was faster than we thought it was gonna be. They were very professional and would definitely recommend them to anyone."

Kristy J on January 2022

27 Years of Experience. Professional results. Family owned and operated, located in Central Illinois. General contracting company we specialize in all Phases of Residential, Light Commercial Remodel & Repair. Wall, floor, ceiling systems, roof systems. Doors, windows, siding, decks, kitchen cabinets. Marble, pre-finished hardwood floors, tile, LVT, all floating floor systems. Paint, stain. Structural repair. Concrete work as well as repair and so much more.

"It was faster than we thought it was gonna be. They were very professional and would definitely recommend them to anyone."

Kristy J on January 2022

CBI

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CBI

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CBI is a professional full service drywall contractor. All employees have at least 15 years in the industry. And bring all the knowledge that comes with that amount of time. No job is to big and rarely is a problem one that we haven't solved multiple times over the years. We've been there and done that so to speak. We do it right and on time every time.

CBI is a professional full service drywall contractor. All employees have at least 15 years in the industry. And bring all the knowledge that comes with that amount of time. No job is to big and rarely is a problem one that we haven't solved multiple times over the years. We've been there and done that so to speak. We do it right and on time every time.

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Exterior Painting questions, answered by experts

Soft and light colors are more common in bathrooms than dark colors, partially because they create a larger sense of space. Clean eggshell paint walls or other neutrals like beige and gray work. Lighter shades of blue and green are also popular bathroom colors. If you want to incorporate dark, bold colors, use them as accents in small places rather than on the entire bathroom.

Refinishing wood steps before painting the surrounding walls or trim is the best option. Sanding stair treads creates fine dust that can settle on freshly painted surfaces and interfere with adhesion. Plus, refinishing involves heavy foot traffic, equipment, and potential splashes from stain or sealant, which can damage new paint. By tackling the stairs first, you reduce the risk of damaging painted walls and can more easily tape off and protect surfaces during painting.

When considering whether to paint your house yourself, weigh two major factors. One is time. The larger your home, the more time and energy you'll spend painting it to ensure a quality result that you're satisfied with. Safety is the other, especially when painting a multi-story home exterior. If the job requires ladders or leaning out of windows, protect yourself by hiring a pro.

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.

While it may seem like a blind spot, if you don’t paint behind the toilet, the previous color will likely be visible once the rest of the bathroom has been repainted, especially if you’ve gone with a significantly different color palette. Additionally, not painting every part of the room at the same time means that you will have an older paint job behind your toilet that could be more susceptible to moisture damage.

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