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Top-Rated Painters in Middlesex - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for RNL Painting & Design, LLC
RNL Painting & Design, LLC
4.9(
56
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+5 more

Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rob painted the hallway of our 4 storey condo, and also revarnished the much weathered front door. The entire project went so smoothly! Rob worked quickly, and neatly. The hallway looks fantastic. The entire job went so well, I asked him to paint our living room next!"
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+27

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Proud Work Ethics LLC
Proud Work Ethics LLC
5.0(
75
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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 Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We purchased a home and needed a large amount painting to be done. Bobby was professional through the entire process. He was there when he said he would be, paid attention to detail and left everything clean. He did a great job and was fairly priced. I would highly recommend him and definitely use him for all of our painting needs."
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+13

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Five Star Painting of Edison
Five Star Painting of Edison
5.0(
16
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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 Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Five Star Painting just finished painting the exterior of our house and it looks fantastic! Neighbors and people walking by are commenting on how great it looks. Everyone we dealt with was great, they all showed up on time and left the work area neat and clean. Would definitely hire them again."
Deck staining
Bookcase
YMCA
Deck staining
Interior Before and After

+176

Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Franklin Painting LLC
Franklin Painting LLC
4.5(
165
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+5 more

Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They really went out of their way fixing a hole in the ceiling. They patched the hole perfectly and painted, but the paint didn't match. So for only $30 extra they took a sample to the store, matched the paint, bought some paint, and re-did the painting! They are very fair and honest and did a great job for us. For sure will re hire."
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+44

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Sunlight Contracting
4.8(
167
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Louis and John are experts at painting. They are neat, efficient, and were great with my home’s 100 year-old plaster walls. I found them to be hard working, on-time, and respectful to my home like it was their own. I highly rate the quality of their paint and of their painting."
Big Lou
White washed brick
Accent wall
Stairway
Sunroom

+65

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Central Jersey Painting & Wallcovering, Inc.
4.7(
54
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Paul provided an estimate on the job the same day that he came to look at the work. I was on a tight timeline for the project because I wanted the painting completed before carpet would be put in. Paul did a great job! He was very neat and completed the work on time. I would definitely recommend working with him for your painting needs."
 wall papering
 commercial interior painting
 residential interior painting
 wall papering
 commercial interior painting

+12

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

An exterior paint job typically lasts between 5 and 10 years, though this can range from 3 to 17 years depending on several factors. The longevity is influenced by the quality of the paint and primer, the quality of the application, the local climate, and the type of surface being painted. For example, paint on wood siding may need to be redone every 3 to 7 years, while painted brick can last up to 17 years. Aluminum siding often needs repainting every 5 years.

Rags used with oil-based stains are highly flammable and can spontaneously combust in the right conditions. To reduce the fire risk, throw them in a metal container after use and add rocks on top to secure them. Add an inch of water and seal the container. Take the rags in the container to a hazardous waste factory as soon as possible.

Wood stain is typically dry to the touch within 6 to 12 hours, but it is not fully cured at this point. You should wait at least 24 hours before applying a second coat or a protective finish. For surfaces like decks, avoid walking on them for at least 24 to 48 hours, and wait even longer before placing furniture. The full curing process can take from 24 hours to one week, depending on the type of stain. Factors like high humidity and cold temperatures can extend drying and curing times, so it's wise to allow for extra time in these conditions.

If it rains after you paint your fence, you may need to apply another coat of paint after the fence thoroughly dries. This will ensure a good seal if the rain weakened any areas of the paint. However, if your paint had enough time to dry thoroughly before it rained, you should have no problem.

Generally, these steps are included in exterior house painting:

  • Prepping and protecting the areas not being painted

  • Scraping away loose paint

  • Cleaning off dirt, grease, and debris

  • Caulking gaps and openings

  • Priming with a quality paint primer

  • Painting the prepared areas, including trim and accents with chosen paint finish

  • Adding a second coat

  • Cleaning up the site and disposing of tape, plastic, and drop cloths

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