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Avatar for Bobs Painting
Bobs Painting
4.8(
41
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+4 more

Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bobâ s Painting recently painted a tall stairway, landing and a bathroom for me. Bobâ s work was impeccable! He was professional, polite, very neat and organized and completed the project on time. I would hire him again and will recommend him to friends and family!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quality Painting Co.
4.7(
59
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Quality painting did an awesome job painting 3 bedrooms -walls and ceiling Paul is professional and attentive to details. He gave a competitive estimate and completed the work efficiently as scheduled. Great to work with and I will definitely hire Quality Painting for future painting projects."
Full repaint
Full repaint
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+50

Response time4 hrs
Response rate87%
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Zuck Painting
4.7(
27
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Zuck Painting was professional, communicative, punctual, and polite from start to finish in everything from getting a quote to the final touches. Even in hot and humid weather, the team showed up and worked tirelessly throughout the day. In just three days the exterior of my 1200 sqft house went from dark red to light blue and white. I highly recommend Zuck Painting!"
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+49

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Embassy Painting
4.6(
38
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Embassy Painting took extra time preparing and painting a problematic ceiling in my home. The ceiling looks terrific now. I truly appreciate their hard work and that they cleaned up after themselves well."
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+12

Response time5 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Painting FAQs, answered by experts

For homes in areas with extreme weather, high heat, or intense sun exposure, high-quality acrylic paint is the best option. Acrylic paint is durable, resistant to both heat and cold, and provides a protective barrier with excellent UV resistance. For best results, look for acrylics that contain natural earth pigments, which are better suited for resisting sun damage. While oil-based paint is also durable, it can be prone to fading in high heat and can become too viscous to apply easily in cold temperatures. Additionally, choosing a neutral or light color like gray, beige, or white can help, as these colors absorb less heat than darker shades.

Stains penetrate wood best when it's cool and dry, so you want to avoid moisture. If the wood is wet upon application, or if it rains before the stain dries, the water will soak into the wood and displace the staining solution. This leads to a flaky and blotchy look, which is the opposite of a sumptuous even coat. Once the stain has fully cured, after about 3 days, rain shouldn’t cause you any problems.

You should stain both sides of your fence to get the full benefits. Fences often fall along property lines, so you may want to save a buck by leaving your neighbor’s side in the dust. If you do that, all you get is a slightly better view. Moisture and UV rays can still sneak in through the side that’s unpainted or worn down and damage your fence. Rot and rust will spread, even if you can’t see it from your side of the lawn.

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.

Manufacturers use a different process and formula for exterior paint versus interior. The exterior formula has to withstand elements like temperature, UV lighting, moisture, wind, and debris. Interior paint doesn’t need to be as tough, only exposed to dust, scratches, dents, scuff marks, and the like.

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