Our project involved recreating an antique stencil both inside and outside copied from a small faded strip of it outside; two rooms where everything, doors and inner trim on the doors, picture rail, windows, etc., was a different color, and the colors were intense and wouldn't overlap well; ceiling medallions were painted and installed, and they kept every line and detail clean and sharp. Their attitude was one of proper coverage for each color, not how many coats, and the finished projects are beautiful. Matt, the contractor we worked with from Rider Painting, traced and recreated the stencils exactly, he also went through a number of experiments to find the right color and technique for creating a faux gold leaf treatment on the picture frame molding on the walls in another room. The crews always arrived on time and even skipped a day off to keep us on schedule to be ready by the end of the year. Work areas were kept neat, and the house remained clean during the work. There were a ton of details to keep track of, and Matt and his site foreman were quick to ask questions, answer them, and stayed on hand to keep the project moving. We had a great experience working with Rider Painting, and Matt, we will definitely hire them for future projects and recommend them highly without any hesitation.
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A nice company to work with & they completed the job well and also followed up on painting the rpaired gutters in the warmer weather. I would recommend this company.
Painting reviews from real Angi homeowners in Shokan, NY
Last update on October 15, 2025
Maurice T.
5.0
09/2024
I hired them to do the painting on the new house we bought and they did an amazing job. Marc and his team were clean. efficient, and on time. Will definitely recommend!!!
Joe is an excellent tradesmen and more importantly, a best-in-class human. He works promptly and efficiently, and the end product is always above expectations. He works diligently to ensure that each issue and edge case is addressed with a plan before moving forwards. We have hired him for...
It you need a complex, faux, or highly decorated paint project executed with a sharp eye to both detail and cost, you should talk to Rider Painting. Our project involved recreating an antique stencil both inside and outside copied from a small faded strip of it outside; two rooms where...
Patricia H.
5.0
06/2015
Once we decided which was the best way to go with the cabinets it was smooth sailing. Initially I had to decided whether I wanted Muriel to reface the cabinets or paint the cabinets that I already had. I went with the cabinets I already have and we then had to choose a paint color. I went...
A nice company to work with & they completed the job well and also followed up on painting the rpaired gutters in the warmer weather. I would recommend this company.
We have over 20 years of experience in residential, commercial and union, and the dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting, Pressure Washing and minor Carpentry repairs, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today, no deposits are required, payment is upon satisfaction of completion!
"Rich the owner supplied a competitive price with all services included listed. Custom color was no problem, they also supplied the paint/stain. They were very professional and polite. Gave me an estimate within days of visiting the site. Next the house was completed in two days including scraping the old paint. I will have them back when my garage is ready for paint. These are the guys you want to paint your house. NO mess left behind at all."
Peter P on April 2025
We have over 20 years of experience in residential, commercial and union, and the dedication to bring your dreams to reality! Specializing in Painting, Pressure Washing and minor Carpentry repairs, we guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click to schedule a free estimate today, no deposits are required, payment is upon satisfaction of completion!
"Rich the owner supplied a competitive price with all services included listed. Custom color was no problem, they also supplied the paint/stain. They were very professional and polite. Gave me an estimate within days of visiting the site. Next the house was completed in two days including scraping the old paint. I will have them back when my garage is ready for paint. These are the guys you want to paint your house. NO mess left behind at all."
I am a one stop shop for everything related to painting both indoor or exterior projects. I've been doing this since 2000, and have a wide range of expertise from detailed cabinetry to massive historic Victorian exteriors. Depending on size/scope of each project I determine whether to work alone, but also have an extensive network of professionals in a variety of trades that I bring in. These include painters of course, but also carpenters, builders, woodworkers, electricians, plumbers, etc. I am punctual, honest, and very respectful. Cleanliness is important to any interior/exterior project, and pride myself in knowing that is always top of mind. Whether it's a project suited just for me, or a crew I assemble, you can expect professional, and courteous people that enjoy what they do.
"My husband and I just moved to the area and Joe and Chris did an absolutely phenomenal job painting our house. This was the highest quality painting job we've ever gotten and will absolutely be using them again. Super friendly and personable, highly recommend."
Brittany L on June 2025
I am a one stop shop for everything related to painting both indoor or exterior projects. I've been doing this since 2000, and have a wide range of expertise from detailed cabinetry to massive historic Victorian exteriors. Depending on size/scope of each project I determine whether to work alone, but also have an extensive network of professionals in a variety of trades that I bring in. These include painters of course, but also carpenters, builders, woodworkers, electricians, plumbers, etc. I am punctual, honest, and very respectful. Cleanliness is important to any interior/exterior project, and pride myself in knowing that is always top of mind. Whether it's a project suited just for me, or a crew I assemble, you can expect professional, and courteous people that enjoy what they do.
"My husband and I just moved to the area and Joe and Chris did an absolutely phenomenal job painting our house. This was the highest quality painting job we've ever gotten and will absolutely be using them again. Super friendly and personable, highly recommend."
We take the stress and worry out of home cleaning! Whether your home or office needs a one time deep clean up or regular maintenance cleaning, our family owned cleaning service is here to help. O'Brien's Family Cleaning Service is a premier family owned and operated cleaning service that provides top quality cleaning for your floors, upholstery, walls and fans. When you choose to call 845-416-0961, you can expect to receive excellent home cleaning services from a local business that cares.
"The service was excellent. They were on time and completed everything in a timely manner. Costumer service was excellent."
Matthew H on September 2025
We take the stress and worry out of home cleaning! Whether your home or office needs a one time deep clean up or regular maintenance cleaning, our family owned cleaning service is here to help. O'Brien's Family Cleaning Service is a premier family owned and operated cleaning service that provides top quality cleaning for your floors, upholstery, walls and fans. When you choose to call 845-416-0961, you can expect to receive excellent home cleaning services from a local business that cares.
"The service was excellent. They were on time and completed everything in a timely manner. Costumer service was excellent."
We are professional building and remodeling contractors. It would be our pleasure for us to serve you and make your home look beautiful inside and out. In process of doing that we make sure that your belongings are covered and protected. Our company is made out of reliable team members that strive to deliver perfection in every aspect and scope of the work. We are also consulting contractors which means that we are happy to help along the way in process of making all types of decisions for your project. We are also licensed and fully insured contractors. Give us a call anytime for a free consultation or estimate!
"We used Anton and his team for remodeling our basement and garage after we had water damage. They put up replacement pieces of sheetrock which looked amazing. Absolutely no lines just perfectly level walls. Their workmanship was outstanding. The owner was on site a lot of the time and his team worked very neatly. The painting was simply outstanding. The room looks like brand new. Pricing was extremely fair especially for such quality, high end work. Anton and European Craftsman will be our only call the next time we need work done. Thank you Anton!"
MICHAEL B on August 2022
We are professional building and remodeling contractors. It would be our pleasure for us to serve you and make your home look beautiful inside and out. In process of doing that we make sure that your belongings are covered and protected. Our company is made out of reliable team members that strive to deliver perfection in every aspect and scope of the work. We are also consulting contractors which means that we are happy to help along the way in process of making all types of decisions for your project. We are also licensed and fully insured contractors. Give us a call anytime for a free consultation or estimate!
"We used Anton and his team for remodeling our basement and garage after we had water damage. They put up replacement pieces of sheetrock which looked amazing. Absolutely no lines just perfectly level walls. Their workmanship was outstanding. The owner was on site a lot of the time and his team worked very neatly. The painting was simply outstanding. The room looks like brand new. Pricing was extremely fair especially for such quality, high end work. Anton and European Craftsman will be our only call the next time we need work done. Thank you Anton!"
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Very reliable. They kept every appointment on time from the initial estimate to the actual painting. Very neat. Cleaned up after painting. Painting was completed in one day and was beautifully done. I highly recommend ACR Construction Services!!"
Susan F on November 2024
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in remodeling services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"Very reliable. They kept every appointment on time from the initial estimate to the actual painting. Very neat. Cleaned up after painting. Painting was completed in one day and was beautifully done. I highly recommend ACR Construction Services!!"
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very much needed refresh to the house. Would highly recommend."
Nate H on April 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very much needed refresh to the house. Would highly recommend."
At Innovators Ltd, we specialize in home improvement, electrical, and plumbing services. Our experienced team delivers reliable, high-quality solutions for everything from repairs to renovations, ensuring your home is safe, efficient, and comfortable. Trust us for expert service and customer satisfaction on every project.
"Angel was very patient and kind and I felt he went above and beyond the get the job done and do a good job even despite the difficulty with dimensions of the window frame he was kind and friendly and easy to talk to/chat with"
Kari G on February 2025
At Innovators Ltd, we specialize in home improvement, electrical, and plumbing services. Our experienced team delivers reliable, high-quality solutions for everything from repairs to renovations, ensuring your home is safe, efficient, and comfortable. Trust us for expert service and customer satisfaction on every project.
"Angel was very patient and kind and I felt he went above and beyond the get the job done and do a good job even despite the difficulty with dimensions of the window frame he was kind and friendly and easy to talk to/chat with"
Here at Infinite no job is to big or to small and your possibilities are endless. We strive to provide the following: Outstanding time management, punctual timelines, organized practical engagement, safe and clean work sites, affordable pricing and finding what works for every one of our customers. We specialize in Interior and Exterior paint as well as drywall repair.
"Tyler from infinite painting was a pure delight. Very punctual and professional, most importantly clean. Took a lot off my plate and gave me time to spend with my family not having to follow up after them. Great work!"
Tim C on October 2024
Here at Infinite no job is to big or to small and your possibilities are endless. We strive to provide the following: Outstanding time management, punctual timelines, organized practical engagement, safe and clean work sites, affordable pricing and finding what works for every one of our customers. We specialize in Interior and Exterior paint as well as drywall repair.
"Tyler from infinite painting was a pure delight. Very punctual and professional, most importantly clean. Took a lot off my plate and gave me time to spend with my family not having to follow up after them. Great work!"
Tim C on October 2024
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Painting questions, answered by experts
In most cases, you’ll need at least two coats of eggshell paint. This is a good rule of thumb to go by if you’re painting a wall or ceiling. Make sure each coat has ample time to dry before you apply the next one.
You can paint PVC baseboards. Lightly sand the surface to help the paint adhere, then apply a primer designed for plastics. Use high-quality latex paint for a smooth finish, and ensure the baseboards are clean and dry before starting for best results.
Unlike staining concrete, painting concrete often results in chips and peeling over time. You can expect numerous touchups over the years if the concrete is in a high-traffic area. Since concrete paints are opaque, you may also find it more difficult to get the exact color results you want. Lastly, painting concrete can make it much more slippery unless you mix in an additive for traction.
Paint your accent wall last after painting the other walls in the room. This will prevent color bleed and splatter from the adjacent walls. Be sure to give your other walls plenty of time to fully dry and cure before painting your accent wall—you don’t want the tape to pull off fresh paint when you remove it.
Neoclassical architecture is all about simplicity and balance without losing the drama of its style. White, gray, cream, and other soft pastels are common. Many homeowners choose a deep natural hue for a pop of color, such as jewel tones or black accents. Modern neoclassical architecture also incorporates brick facades, bringing red into the color scheme.
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