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*Army Vet Owned* Grady Jones Paint Contractors
4.9(
137
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Clee is very responsive, professional and friendly. The crew showed up on time and were professional while in our homes. Price was a little higher than other companies but we picked quality and professionalism over our budget. I was really hesitant on having the cabinets painted, they were an antique washed color which made the kitchen feel dark and we had the cabinets painted a white creamy color which brightened the kitchen and the paint job was so well done that you’d never think they were painted."
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+19

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Paz Painting
5.0(
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had previously hired Paz Painting to remove popcorn from the ceilings in 2 rooms and hired his crew again to do the same in our dining and living rooms, an entryway and the upstairs stairwell ceiling. They also painted several rooms. They did a great job in both regards and did a nice job of cleaning up when done. Narciso is easy to work with and I would definitely hire his company again."
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+32

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CRUZ HOME PAINTING LLC.
5.0(
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jesus and his team did a fantastic job painting the inside of my house! They were friendly and gracious, and careful to ensure the job was done correctly. It also helps that Jesus had a lot of experience and had good recommendations for what would look good in different parts of the house. It looks like a brand new house inside now, and I would 100% recommend them to anyone for painting!"
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Express Yourself Paint
4.4(
276
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired a contractor to remove wallpaper in bathroom and paint. He could not get the glue off wall, therefore the wall was uneven. The paint job was horrible. He tried again and again the wall had spots. I contacted Express Yourself Paint. Don gave me an estimate stating that they could smooth, paint wall and redo caulking. Yes, they did just that. My bathroom is now beautiful! They were reasonable, punctual, knowledgeable and very polite. A special thank you to Don Johnson and Bobby. I highly recommend Express Yourself Paint."
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Concrete Staining

+39

Response time12 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Evans Paint
4.7(
138
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Evans Paint did an excellent job at my house. Mr. Evans was quick to contact, and came out for a thorough and professional estimate. Unlike some competitors in the market, he provided detailed work order with itemized costs, and he didn't require deposit to begin the work. That can only come from a team with high confidence of their work. They were punctual to arrive on work day, finished all 5 rooms within the same day. The result exceeded my expectations. The crew cleaned up well, there's only a few corners with tiny paint splashes, and a few adjustments I had to make to reapplied window shades. Overall the job was neatly done, and my house looks tidy and brand new. I highly recommend Evans Paint, and will not hesitate to hire them again in the future."
Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Nice Guys Painting, LLC
5.0(
11
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Markus was so great to work with! Highly recommend! He painted our whole house in record timing (walls and trim) and it looks great! He is very quick to respond at anytime and very easy to work with. Heâ s prompt and a very hard worker. He finished a whole day early! Very pleased with our freshly painted home and so nice to work with a very nice person. Thank you so much Markus! We will be recommending you to anyone that needs painting."
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+23

Response time2 hrs
Response rate98%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Uribe and Sons Painting and Repair
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+2 more

Serving Durham, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Diego and his crew were fantastic. They arrived when he said they would and went to work. Very professional and reasonably priced. My master bath and kitchen look wonderful . I am very pleased with their work. I would recommended Uribe & Sons for uour painting projects."
Response time12 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Interior Painting questions, answered by experts

You can remove powder coating with a chemical stripper, in a burn-off oven, or by sandblasting. Chemical strippers can remove most powder coatings in 20 minutes or less. But they are harsh and must be treated with care.

With patience, you can often save a dried paintbrush. Soak the bristles overnight and clean the brush as you would any other time. You'll likely have to repeat the cleaning steps, including soaking, more than once.

You can sand paint off a wall. However, it's difficult and time-consuming. Depending on why you wish to remove the paint, there are simpler ways to achieve similar results. Scraping off any loose paint and applying a skim coat is the most common way to hide a damaged wall or paint job.

Yes, you can paint over old exterior paint, but success depends on the condition of the existing paint and proper surface preparation. If the previous coating is in good shape (not cracked, peeling, or flaky), you can paint over it with less prep work. However, for the most durable and professional-looking results, follow these key preparation steps:

  • Clean the Surface: Thoroughly clean the exterior to remove all dirt, grime, and mildew. A pressure washer can be very effective for this.

  • Scrape and Sand: If the old paint is peeling, cracked, or flaky, you must scrape off all loose paint. After scraping, sand the surface to create a smooth, even base for the new paint. Sanding is especially important for wood siding.

  • Apply Primer: Using a quality exterior primer is highly recommended. It ensures the new paint adheres properly, improves durability, and provides a uniform finish. If you are painting a lighter color over a dark one, a tinted primer will help cover the old color more effectively.

Some brands offer paint-and-primer-in-one products for convenience. Taking the time to prepare the surface properly will not only increase your home's curb appeal but also help protect your siding and extend its life.

Technically, mineral spirits are a type of paint thinner, so they can be used for the same purposes. In most cases, pure mineral spirits are preferable to other paint thinners. Still, if necessary, you can successfully use paint thinners for most of the same applications, such as thinning or cleaning oil paints.

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