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Adobe Painting & Decorating Inc
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I got a response from Brian within about 2 days. He and his counterpart, Larry, came over and evaluated our home's needs. Brian explained the process and gave me an estimate for the work that they felt needed to be done. Brian emailed me the prices and the work that they would do. I felt informed and was treated with complete respect and courtesy (Note: this was important to me because folks in the building field have often been patronizing and rude to me. I have attributed it to my gender after watching them be more appropriate with my husband.) When I was ready they were here within about another 2 days. My house now looks almost new and we are very pleased! I had received estimates from about 4 or 5 other companies, prior to this, and their estimates were 2 to 6 times what Adobe Painting quoted me. This and the fact that the Angie's list rating for Adobe was A+ persuaded me to hire them. I'm glad that I did!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Harald Christiansen
5.0(
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Harald painted a bedroom, hallway and garage for us. He was accommodating when changed what we wanted done several times. Gave us a reasonable price and we are happy with the results."
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Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters of Albuquerque
4.9(
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Needed 2 story stairwell repainted and exterior stucco wall repairs. Timing of Michael's estimate and then DeWayne's work completion were quick and excellent. DeWayne handled everything from matching paint, prep work, painting and texturizing, cleanup. Extremely happy with the quality of work done."
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Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Martinez Painting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm so glad I found this company. They were quick to respond to my request. On time and got to work right away. We had them do a paint job and ended up having them do some stucco patch work as well. Both jobs turned out great. They are professional, friendly, and reasonable. We will definitely be working with them in the future."
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Adobe Painting and Decorating, Inc.
4.3(
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My partner and I hired Brian and his team to paint our stucco home with elastomeric paint. We are VERY happy with the results. Brian and his team did a thorough job of repairing cracks in our stucco, preparing EVERYTHING very thoroughly and then spraying and bankrolling the entire home. Every aspect was professional!!!"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Polanco Home Services
5.0(
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Luis and his team did an excellent job mudding and painting three rooms - living room, bathroom, and utility room. He was professional, courteous, on-time, communicative, and did an outstanding job. I highly recommend Polanco Home Services for their high work ethic and dedication to providing a quick, fair, and satisfactory experience."
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
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JJJ Painting LLC
5.0(
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Capital City Coating LLC
5.0(
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We recently had our kitchen cabinets painted by Capital City Coating and the results came out amazing. The finish is smooth, clean, and professional, and it completely transformed the look of our kitchen. The attention to the cabinet doors, trim, and edges was excellent, and everything looks factory-finished. The crew was professional, reliable, and kept the workspace clean throughout the project. Communication was great from start to finish, and the project was completed on time. We?re extremely happy with the quality of the work and would definitely recommend Capital City Coating to anyone looking to update their cabinets or interior painting."
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Interior Painting questions, answered by experts

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.

You can apply waterproofing over paint, but you won't get as much protection as you would if you painted the surface with a waterproof paint from the get-go. Not all waterproofing methods are compatible with painted surfaces, and they may not adhere well. This is especially true if the paint is glossy, old, or flaking. Waterproofing sealers are primarily meant to be applied to porous surfaces, like concrete, wood, or brick. 

Yes, you can technically use a pressure washer to remove paint from brick, but it comes with a significant risk of damaging the brick surface. A high-power pressure washer can be fast but may leave the brick looking unsightly. The recommended method is to first apply a chemical paint stripper, following the product's instructions, and then use a stiff metal bristle brush or a pressure washer on a low-pressure setting to remove the loosened paint. Due to the risk of damage, it is often best to hire a professional who can use low-stress methods.

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.

Most handy homeowners can tackle removing texture from unpainted walls. Removing texture from painted walls is a bit trickier. Paint acts as a sealant, so you can’t soften the texture with water. Instead, you’ll have to add a layer of drywall compound known as a skim coat. This process is messy and takes some practice.

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