More Than Just a Paint Job / by Colin Baird

Every completed project has a story.

Recently, our team wrapped up work at a commercial auto repair shop here in Oakland. When we first walked into the space, the ceiling had seen years of wear and needed significant preparation before any paint could be applied.

After careful surface preparation, using lead safe proceedures, we primed with a stain blocking primer and applied two fresh finish coats. The transformation was dramatic. 

Projects like this are a great reminder that while the finished paint is what people notice, it’s the work behind the scenes that makes the difference.

Whether we’re painting a neighborhood business, a historic home in Berkeley, or a family residence in Marin, our approach is always the same: take pride in the work, communicate clearly, and treat every property with respect.

And one of our favorite moments on any project isn’t actually when the last coat of paint goes on—it’s the final walkthrough. Seeing a homeowner or business owner smile as they look over the finished work reminds us why we do what we do.