What Is the Best Paint Sheen for Interior Walls?
Choosing between flat, eggshell, satin, and semi-gloss depends on the room's traffic, lighting, and function. Professional painters break down when to use each sheen for the best results.
House Painting in Philadelphia, PA
Your House Painting Toolbox
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We Paint Everything
From Center City brownstones to Main Line stone colonials in Bryn Mawr and Villanova and Delco rowhomes in Drexel Hill, our Philadelphia team handles the full painting scope: interior, exterior, cabinets, decks, fences, and specialty finishes. Every project is built around Pennsylvania weather realities; humid-continental freeze-thaw cycles, Nor'easter shoulder seasons, and hot humid summers drive our prep schedule.
Interior Painting
Transform your living spaces with flawless color and finish.
Interior Painting
Exterior Painting
Curb appeal that lasts. Expert coatings for every climate.
Exterior Painting
Commercial Painting
Professional-grade finishes that elevate your business space.
Commercial Painting
Cabinet Painting
Refresh your kitchen with a smooth, factory-quality finish.
Cabinet Painting
Limewash
Authentic European lime-based finishes for timeless texture and depth.
Limewash
Brick Painting
Breathe new life into brick with lasting, beautiful color.
Brick Painting
Interior Painting
Transform your living spaces with flawless color and finish.
Interior Painting
Exterior Painting
Curb appeal that lasts. Expert coatings for every climate.
Exterior Painting
Commercial Painting
Professional-grade finishes that elevate your business space.
Commercial Painting
Cabinet Painting
Refresh your kitchen with a smooth, factory-quality finish.
Cabinet Painting
Limewash
Authentic European lime-based finishes for timeless texture and depth.
Limewash
Brick Painting
Breathe new life into brick with lasting, beautiful color.
Brick Painting
Painting Services We Offer
- Interior Painting: Transform your living spaces with flawless color and finish.
- Exterior Painting: Curb appeal that lasts. Expert coatings for every climate.
- Commercial Painting: Professional-grade finishes that elevate your business space.
- Cabinet Painting: Refresh your kitchen with a smooth, factory-quality finish.
- Limewash: Authentic European lime-based finishes for timeless texture and depth.
- Brick Painting: Breathe new life into brick with lasting, beautiful color.
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We're Locally Owned
That 1 Painter Philadelphia is locally owned and operated, bringing local accountability and a 3-year warranty to every Center City, Bryn Mawr, and Drexel Hill project. Our services cover interior painting, exterior painting, cabinet refinishing, and specialty finishes.
Your painting project means as much to us as it does to you. We're licensed and insured, and our promise is simple: we'll be your best house guests, treating your place with the utmost care and leaving it even more pristine than when we arrived.
Locally Owned Professional Painting Company in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
That 1 Painter Philadelphia is a locally owned and operated painting company led by Brian Beers, serving Philadelphia and surrounding communities with licensed and insured crews and a 3-year transferable warranty.
Areas Served
That 1 Painter Philadelphia serves Center City, the Main Line, and Delaware County, including Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, Villanova, Haverford, Swarthmore, Drexel Hill, and King of Prussia, where humid-continental freeze-thaw cycles, painted-brick chalking, and stone-front weathering shape every exterior spec we write.
(484) 418-4120
4138 Market St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Hours
- Mon–Fri
- 8 AM – 5 PM
- Sat
- 9 AM – 12 PM
- Sun
- Closed
Painting Services in Ardmore, PA
Ardmore is a Main Line community in Lower Merion Township, with Tudor Revival, Colonial, and stone-front homes near Suburban Square and mixed rowhouses along Lancaster Avenue. Humid-continental freeze-thaw cycles and painted-brick chalking drive the Ardmore exterior repaint scope.
Our Ardmore crew handles historic wood-facade restorations, painted-brick and stucco work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Ardmore
Suburban SquareLancaster AvenueArdmore Junction
Painting Services in Bala Cynwyd, PA
Bala Cynwyd anchors the Main Line's eastern edge along City Avenue, with stone Tudors, Colonial Revival stock, and midcentury customs in Cynwyd Heights. Freeze-thaw movement and painted-brick chalking define the Bala Cynwyd repaint scope.
Our Bala Cynwyd scope covers stone and painted-brick exterior repaints, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Bala Cynwyd
City Avenue corridorCynwyd HeightsBelmont Hills
Painting Services in Berwyn, PA
Berwyn sits along the Paoli Main Line in Chester County, with stone Colonials, Tudor Revivals, and estate homes on wooded lots. Deep tree shade, freeze-thaw damage, and painted-brick chalking shape the Berwyn exterior repaint scope.
Our Berwyn crew handles estate-scale exterior repaints, stone and painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Berwyn
Downtown BerwynLancaster AvenueWaterloo Gardens area
Painting Services in Broomall, PA
Broomall is a Marple Township community in Delaware County, with midcentury Cape Cod and split-level stock along West Chester Pike, and Lawrence Park custom builds. Freeze-thaw cycles and painted-brick chalking drive the Broomall repaint cycle.
Our Broomall scope covers exterior repaints on painted brick and wood siding, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Broomall
Marple TownshipWest Chester PikeLawrence Park
Painting Services in Bryn Mawr, PA
Bryn Mawr is a historic Main Line community centered on Bryn Mawr College, with stone Gothic Revivals, Tudor and Colonial estates, and painted-brick storefronts. Historic wood trim, painted brick, and freeze-thaw damage define the Bryn Mawr repaint scope.
Our Bryn Mawr scope covers historic stone and wood-facade restorations, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Bryn Mawr
Downtown Bryn MawrBryn Mawr College areaRoberts Road
Painting Services in Chesterbrook, PA
Chesterbrook is a planned Tredyffrin Township community near Valley Forge, with townhomes, painted-brick colonials, and corporate-park-adjacent custom builds. Freeze-thaw cycles and painted-brick chalking define the Chesterbrook repaint scope.
Our Chesterbrook crew handles townhome and colonial exterior repaints, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Chesterbrook
Chesterbrook Corporate CenterTredyffrin TownshipValley Forge edge
Painting Services in Clifton Heights, PA
Clifton Heights is a Delaware County borough along Baltimore Pike, with early-20th-century rowhouses, painted-brick storefronts, and workforce housing on Springfield Road. Freeze-thaw movement and painted-brick chalking drive the Clifton Heights repaint cycle.
Our Clifton Heights scope covers rowhouse exterior repaints, painted-brick restorations, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Clifton Heights
Downtown Clifton HeightsBaltimore PikeSpringfield Road
Painting Services in Devon, PA
Devon is an affluent Main Line community in Easttown Township, home of the Devon Horse Show, with stone estate homes, Tudor Revivals, and painted-brick colonials on wooded lots. Deep tree shade, freeze-thaw movement, and mildew shape the Devon repaint spec.
Our Devon crew handles estate-scale exterior repaints, stone and painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and full interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Devon
Devon Horse Show groundsWaterloo RoadLancaster Avenue
Painting Services in Drexel Hill, PA
Drexel Hill is an Upper Darby Township community with early-20th-century stone-front twins, painted-brick rowhouses, and mixed-density housing along State and Garrett Roads. Historic stone, painted brick, and freeze-thaw damage define the Drexel Hill repaint scope.
Our Drexel Hill scope covers stone-front twin restorations, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Drexel Hill
Downtown Drexel HillState RoadGarrett Road corridor
Painting Services in Gladwyne, PA
Gladwyne is one of the Main Line's most affluent enclaves in Lower Merion, with estate homes on wooded acreage above the Schuylkill, stone colonials, and cedar-shake customs. Deep tree shade, freeze-thaw movement, and mildew shape the Gladwyne repaint spec.
Our Gladwyne crew handles estate-scale exterior repaints, cedar-shake, stone, and painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and full interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Gladwyne
Gladwyne villageRighters Mill RoadSchuylkill River bluffs
Painting Services in Glenolden, PA
Glenolden is a Delaware County borough along MacDade and Chester Pike, with early-20th-century rowhouses, painted-brick storefronts, and workforce housing. Freeze-thaw movement and painted-brick chalking drive the Glenolden repaint cycle.
Our Glenolden scope covers rowhouse exterior repaints, painted-brick restorations, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Glenolden
Downtown GlenoldenMacDade BoulevardChester Pike
Painting Services in Haverford, PA
Haverford is a Main Line community centered on Haverford College, with stone Gothic Revivals, Tudor and Colonial estates, and painted-brick storefronts along Lancaster. Historic wood trim, painted brick, and freeze-thaw damage define the Haverford repaint scope.
Our Haverford crew handles historic stone and wood-facade restorations, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Haverford
Haverford CollegeLancaster AvenueBuck Lane
Painting Services in King Of Prussia, PA
King of Prussia is an Upper Merion Township community centered on the King of Prussia Mall, with midcentury ranch stock, newer townhome subdivisions, and corporate-park-adjacent custom builds. Freeze-thaw cycles and painted-brick chalking drive the King of Prussia repaint scope.
Our King of Prussia scope covers newer-construction exterior repaints, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in King Of Prussia
King of Prussia MallUpper Merion TownshipRoute 202 corridor
Painting Services in Malvern, PA
Malvern is a Chester County borough on the Paoli Main Line, with a preserved King Street, Victorian and stone-front homes, and estate builds along the Great Valley corridor. Historic wood siding, painted brick, and freeze-thaw damage define the Malvern repaint scope.
Our Malvern crew handles historic Victorian and stone restorations, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Malvern
Downtown MalvernKing StreetGreat Valley corridor
Painting Services in Merion Station, PA
Merion Station is a Lower Merion Main Line community, with stone Tudors, Colonial Revivals, and painted-brick estates near the historic Barnes Foundation grounds. Historic wood trim, painted brick, and freeze-thaw damage define the Merion Station repaint scope.
Our Merion Station scope covers stone and painted-brick exterior repaints, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Merion Station
Merion StationMontgomery AvenueBarnes Foundation area
Painting Services in Newtown Square, PA
Newtown Square is a Delaware County township along West Chester Pike, with estate homes on wooded lots, painted-brick colonials, and newer subdivisions near Ellis Preserve. Deep tree shade and freeze-thaw damage shape the Newtown Square repaint spec.
Our Newtown Square crew handles estate-scale exterior repaints, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Newtown Square
Newtown TownshipWest Chester PikeEllis Preserve
Painting Services in Norwood, PA
Norwood is a Delaware County borough along Chester Pike, with early-20th-century twins, painted-brick rowhouses, and workforce housing on Winona. Freeze-thaw movement and painted-brick chalking drive the Norwood repaint cycle.
Our Norwood scope covers twin and rowhouse exterior repaints, painted-brick restorations, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Norwood
Downtown NorwoodChester PikeWinona Avenue
Painting Services in Paoli, PA
Paoli is the western terminus of the Paoli Main Line in Chester County, with Victorian and Colonial Revival homes, painted-brick storefronts, and estate builds near the Paoli Battlefield. Historic wood siding and freeze-thaw damage define the Paoli repaint scope.
Our Paoli crew handles historic Victorian and stone restorations, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Paoli
Downtown PaoliLancaster AvenuePaoli Battlefield
Painting Services in Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia is the anchor city of the metro, with Center City rowhouses, Fairmount stone-fronts, Chestnut Hill Wissahickon-schist estates, Mt Airy Tudors, and Manayunk mill-era workforce housing. Humid-continental freeze-thaw cycles, painted-brick chalking, and stucco weathering drive the Philadelphia repaint scope.
Our Philadelphia crew handles historic rowhouse and stone-front restorations, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and full interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Philadelphia
Center CityFairmountChestnut HillMt AiryManayunk
Painting Services in Ridley Park, PA
Ridley Park is a planned Delaware County borough centered on Ridley Park Lake, with Victorian and Queen Anne homes, painted-brick storefronts, and early-20th-century twins. Historic wood siding, painted brick, and freeze-thaw damage define the Ridley Park repaint scope.
Our Ridley Park scope covers historic Victorian and Queen Anne restorations, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Ridley Park
Downtown Ridley ParkRidley Park LakeChester Pike
Painting Services in Sharon Hill, PA
Sharon Hill is a Delaware County borough along Chester Pike, with early-20th-century rowhouses, painted-brick storefronts, and workforce housing along Sharon Avenue. Freeze-thaw movement and painted-brick chalking drive the Sharon Hill repaint cycle.
Our Sharon Hill crew handles rowhouse exterior repaints, painted-brick restorations, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Sharon Hill
Downtown Sharon HillChester PikeSharon Avenue
Painting Services in Springfield, PA
Springfield is a Delaware County township along Baltimore Pike and Sproul Road, with midcentury Cape Cod and split-level stock, painted-brick colonials, and newer townhomes. Freeze-thaw cycles and painted-brick chalking define the Springfield repaint scope.
Our Springfield scope covers exterior repaints on painted brick and wood siding, cabinet refinishing, and interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Springfield
Springfield TownshipBaltimore PikeSproul Road
Painting Services in Swarthmore, PA
Swarthmore is a Delaware County borough centered on Swarthmore College, with stone Gothic and Colonial Revival homes, painted-brick storefronts, and cedar-shake customs on tree-lined streets. Historic wood trim, painted brick, and freeze-thaw damage define the Swarthmore repaint scope.
Our Swarthmore crew handles historic stone and wood-facade restorations, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Swarthmore
Swarthmore CollegeDowntown SwarthmoreChester Road
Painting Services in Villanova, PA
Villanova is a Main Line community centered on Villanova University, with stone estate homes, Tudor Revivals, and painted-brick colonials on wooded lots. Deep tree shade, freeze-thaw movement, and mildew shape the Villanova repaint spec.
Our Villanova scope covers estate-scale exterior repaints, stone, cedar-shake, and painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and full interior refreshes, all under our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Villanova
Villanova UniversityLancaster AvenueSpring Mill Road
Painting Services in Wynnewood, PA
Wynnewood is a Lower Merion Main Line community, with stone Tudors, Colonial Revivals, and midcentury customs along Wynnewood and Manoa Roads. Historic wood trim, painted brick, and freeze-thaw damage define the Wynnewood repaint scope.
Our Wynnewood crew handles historic stone and wood-facade restorations, painted-brick work, cabinet refinishing on custom kitchens, and interior refreshes, all backed by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Wynnewood
Downtown WynnewoodWynnewood RoadManoa Road
Areas served by That 1 Painter Philadelphia
- Ardmore, PA, ZIP 19003
- Bala Cynwyd, PA, ZIP 19004
- Berwyn, PA, ZIP 19312
- Broomall, PA, ZIP 19008
- Bryn Mawr, PA, ZIP 19010
- Chesterbrook, PA, ZIP 19087
- Clifton Heights, PA, ZIP 19018
- Devon, PA, ZIP 19333
- Drexel Hill, PA, ZIP 19026
- Gladwyne, PA, ZIP 19035
- Glenolden, PA, ZIP 19036
- Haverford, PA, ZIP 19041
- King Of Prussia, PA, ZIP 19406
- Malvern, PA, ZIP 19355
- Merion Station, PA, ZIP 19066
- Newtown Square, PA, ZIP 19073
- Norwood, PA, ZIP 19074
- Paoli, PA, ZIP 19301
- Philadelphia, PA, ZIP 19104, 19106, 19107, 19109, 19121, 19122, 19123, 19125, 19130, 19133, 19146, 19147
- Ridley Park, PA, ZIP 19078
- Sharon Hill, PA, ZIP 19079
- Springfield, PA, ZIP 19064
- Swarthmore, PA, ZIP 19081
- Villanova, PA, ZIP 19085
- Wynnewood, PA, ZIP 19096
Recent Philadelphia Painting Projects
A look at the craftsmanship we bring to homes and businesses across Philadelphia. From full-home interior repaints and kitchen cabinet refinishing to exterior siding, stucco, and trim work, every painting project in Philadelphia is prepped, primed, and finished by licensed, insured local painters. Browse recent residential and commercial painting projects to see the color matching, surface prep, and clean lines homeowners across Philadelphia trust us to deliver.
Estate Exterior Painting in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Estate Exterior Painting
Modern Black Kitchen in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Modern Black Kitchen
Historic Brick Exterior in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Historic Brick Exterior
Open Living Interior in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Open Living Interior
Modern Siding Exterior in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Modern Siding Exterior
Grand Entry Interior in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Grand Entry Interior
Estate Exterior Painting in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Estate Exterior Painting
Modern Black Kitchen in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Modern Black Kitchen
Historic Brick Exterior in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Historic Brick Exterior
Open Living Interior in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Open Living Interior
Modern Siding Exterior in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Modern Siding Exterior
Grand Entry Interior in Philadelphia by That 1 Painter
Grand Entry Interior
That 1 Painter Philadelphia Portfolio
- Estate Exterior Painting
- Modern Black Kitchen
- Historic Brick Exterior
- Open Living Interior
- Modern Siding Exterior
- Grand Entry Interior
Every year, our Philadelphia team teams up with franchise owners across the country to gift complete paint transformations to deserving families, small businesses, and non-profits. It's our way of giving back to the community that's given us so much, one home, one story, one fresh coat at a time.
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Painting Cost in Philadelphia 2026 Guide
Honest pricing for Philadelphia homeowners, built from current 2026 job data across Center City, the Main Line, and Delaware County. Every line below reflects real Pennsylvania conditions: humid-continental freeze-thaw cycles, Nor'easter shoulder seasons, scaffolding access on tall rowhomes, and product specs that actually last.
Project Type
Low
High
Average
Interior (per sq ft)
$3.50
$6.25
$4.85
Exterior (per sq ft)
$3.75
$6.75
$5.25
Cabinet Refinishing
$4,200
$8,800
$6,500
Single Room
$550
$1,400
$975
Whole-Home Interior
$7,500
$22,000
$14,750
Whole-Home Exterior
$6,800
$18,500
$12,650
* All prices include materials, labor, and prep. Based on 2026 Philadelphia averages.
Philadelphia Painting Cost Guide 2026
Philadelphia Painting Cost Per Square Foot, 2026 Pricing Guide: Professional interior painting in Philadelphia typically runs $2.50 to $4.75 per square foot in 2026, with most Philadelphia homeowners paying $3.25 to $3.75 for prep, two coats, and trim. A standard 2,200 sq ft home in Center City or Bryn Mawr usually lands between $6,200 and $9,800 fully painted. Pricing scales with ceiling height, trim package, and color-change complexity.
Wood Rot, Siding Repair, and Carpentry Add-Ons in Philadelphia: Most Philadelphia exterior estimates include a carpentry allowance because humid-continental freeze-thaw cycles, Nor'easter shoulder seasons, and hot humid summers drive wood rot at fascia, sill nosings, and bottom siding courses. We carry a small-carpentry crew so Center City, Main Line, and Delco projects don't stall waiting for a separate contractor. Typical rot allowance: $400 to $1,500 per home.
Color Consultation, Sampling, and Trends in Philadelphia: Light in Philadelphia reads cooler in winter and warmer in summer, which can shift how a paint chip looks on the wall. We provide complimentary in-home consultations and large drawdown samples so Center City, Bryn Mawr, and Drexel Hill clients can see colors at full scale before committing. Pennsylvania-popular palettes lean toward warm whites, deep greens, and limewash earth tones in 2026.
Architectural Review Requirements for Philadelphia Repaints: Many Philadelphia-area subdivisions, especially in Chesterbrook, Devon, and King of Prussia, require ARC color-approval before any exterior repaint. We help Philadelphia clients pull approved palettes, submit color samples, and schedule the painting window inside HOA-approved months. Approval timelines in Pennsylvania typically run 2 to 4 weeks.
Optimal Painting Seasons for Philadelphia Homes: The best window for exterior painting in Philadelphia is late spring through early fall, with overnight lows above 50F. We monitor dew point, surface temperature, and 72-hour rain probability before scheduling, a forecast number alone is not enough in Pennsylvania. Interior projects run year-round across Center City, the Main Line, and Delco.
Commercial Painting Costs and Scheduling in Philadelphia: Commercial painting in Philadelphia is priced on access, scheduling constraints, and finish spec, not just square footage. Retail and office work in Center City typically requires after-hours scheduling, low-VOC products, and dust containment, which we line-item on every Philadelphia commercial bid.
Freeze-Thaw Damage and Repaint Timing in Philadelphia: Philadelphia winters drive humid-continental freeze-thaw cycles that open caulk joints, lift trim paint, and expose bare wood at fascia and window casings. Our Philadelphia estimates always include a caulk and joint inspection, failed caulk is the #1 cause of premature exterior repaints across Pennsylvania. We use elastomeric sealants rated for the freeze-thaw range common in Center City and along the Main Line.
Our 3-Year Warranty
Your peace of mind, at the top of mind with our three-year transferable warranty. Covers the painting job, even if you sell the house.
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Everything Philadelphia homeowners should know before hiring a painter, services, seasonal timing, colors, HOA rules, and how to get the most value from your project. Written by the That 1 Painter Philadelphia team.
Our Philadelphia Painting Services
- Interior Painting in Philadelphia
- Exterior Painting in Philadelphia
- Cabinet Painting in Philadelphia
- Deck Staining in Philadelphia
- Fence Staining in Philadelphia
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- Drywall Repair in Philadelphia
- Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Philadelphia
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- Brick Painting in Philadelphia
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- Commercial Painting in Philadelphia
- Stucco Repair in Philadelphia
- Caulking in Philadelphia
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Paint Reviews, Advice & Expert Tips
Honest product reviews, pro painting techniques, and helpful articles from professional painters who do this every day.
SuperPaint vs Cashmere: Which Sherwin-Williams Paint Is Better?
Both are popular mid-tier Sherwin-Williams paints, but they perform differently on walls, trim, and cabinets. See how professional painters compare coverage, feel, and durability.
Is Behr Premium Plus a Good Paint for Homeowners?
Behr Premium Plus is one of the most affordable paints at Home Depot. Professional painters test its coverage, durability, and finish quality to see if it's worth the price.
What Are the Pros and Cons of Behr Urethane Paint?
Behr Urethane Alkyd is a hybrid paint that combines oil-based durability with water-based cleanup. See how it performs on trim, cabinets, and doors in a real-world test.
Is Behr Dynasty the Most Durable Paint You Can Buy?
Behr Dynasty claims to be their most durable, stain-repellent paint. Professional painters put it to the test on walls and high-traffic areas to see if the claims hold up.
Is Sherwin-Williams Gallery Series Worth the Premium Price?
The Gallery Series is Sherwin-Williams' newest premium line. Professional painters review its unique properties and explain why it may not be the best choice for beginners.
Expert Paint Product Reviews and Painting Advice
- What Is the Best Paint Sheen for Interior Walls?
Choosing between flat, eggshell, satin, and semi-gloss depends on the room's traffic, lighting, and function. Professional painters break down when to use each sheen for the best results.
- SuperPaint vs Cashmere: Which Sherwin-Williams Paint Is Better?
Both are popular mid-tier Sherwin-Williams paints, but they perform differently on walls, trim, and cabinets. See how professional painters compare coverage, feel, and durability.
- Is Behr Premium Plus a Good Paint for Homeowners?
Behr Premium Plus is one of the most affordable paints at Home Depot. Professional painters test its coverage, durability, and finish quality to see if it's worth the price.
- What Are the Pros and Cons of Behr Urethane Paint?
Behr Urethane Alkyd is a hybrid paint that combines oil-based durability with water-based cleanup. See how it performs on trim, cabinets, and doors in a real-world test.
- Is Behr Dynasty the Most Durable Paint You Can Buy?
Behr Dynasty claims to be their most durable, stain-repellent paint. Professional painters put it to the test on walls and high-traffic areas to see if the claims hold up.
- Is Sherwin-Williams Gallery Series Worth the Premium Price?
The Gallery Series is Sherwin-Williams' newest premium line. Professional painters review its unique properties and explain why it may not be the best choice for beginners.
- Should I Paint My Kitchen Cabinets or Replace Them?
Painting cabinets is one of the most cost-effective kitchen upgrades. If your cabinets are structurally sound, painting them can save thousands compared to replacing. Use a quality cabinet paint like Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane for best results.
- Is Painter's Tape Necessary for a Clean Paint Job?
Painter's tape helps achieve clean lines, especially for DIYers. Professional painters often cut in freehand, but tape is essential for crisp edges on trim, ceilings, and two-tone walls. FrogTape prevents bleed better than standard blue tape.
- How Do I Choose the Right White Paint?
White paint has hundreds of variations with different undertones. Test large swatches in both natural and artificial light. Popular picks include Benjamin Moore White Dove, Sherwin-Williams Pure White, and Behr Ultra Pure White.
- When Do I Need to Use Primer Before Painting?
Prime on new drywall, when going dark to light, on stained surfaces, and on slick or glossy finishes. Self-priming paints work for minor color changes on previously painted walls in good condition.
- Which Paint Roller Should I Use for My Walls?
Smooth walls need 3/8" nap, lightly textured walls use 1/2", and heavy texture requires 3/4". Microfiber rollers leave the smoothest finish. Invest in quality rollers, they hold more paint and distribute it evenly.
- Is It Safe to Use Old Paint That's Been Sitting in the Garage?
Old paint can still be usable if it's been stored properly with a tight seal. Stir it thoroughly and strain out any lumps. If it smells rancid or has hard chunks that won't blend, it's time to dispose of it properly and buy fresh paint.
Painting Articles and Guides
- Can You Paint Over Wallpaper? 5 Easy Ways to Check Your Walls
Yes, you can paint over wallpaper, but only if it is smooth, fully adhered, and structurally stable. If the wallpaper is lifting, bubbling, or separating, painting over it will fail.
- What Is Paint Color Drenching? The Viral Paint Trend Explained
Most rooms are painted with clear boundaries, walls one color, trim white, ceilings ignored. Color drenching breaks all those rules for a bold, immersive look.
- Can You Paint Brick? How to Paint Brick the Right Way
Painting brick is one of the most common exterior questions homeowners ask, and also one of the easiest places to make costly mistakes without proper prep.
- How Do I Fix Paint Bubbles? Pro Tips for Better Paint
Paint bubbles are a symptom, not a random defect. The most important step is identifying the cause, moisture, heat, or poor adhesion, before repainting.
- Water-Based vs Oil-Based Paint: How to Choose the Best Paint
Standing in the paint aisle feels simple until you hit the chemistry question. The right answer depends on your surface, durability needs, and application method.
- Why Is My Paint Peeling? Top 3 Reasons Paint Fails
Ever been in the middle of a paint project and had to stop and ask 'why is my paint peeling?' The answer is almost always prep, moisture, or product mismatch.
Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers about pricing, timelines, services, warranty coverage, and working with That 1 Painter.
Most Philadelphia residential projects are billed in three milestones, a small scheduling deposit, a progress payment at start, and the balance on walkthrough sign-off. No upfront full payment is ever required for Center City, Bryn Mawr, or Drexel Hill jobs.
Yes, every Philadelphia project includes a complimentary color consultation with large drawdown samples viewed in your actual light. Pennsylvania light shifts seasonally, so we always recommend testing samples on multiple walls before committing.
Book a free in-home estimate at our Philadelphia office and we'll measure, photograph, and document every surface, then send you a written, line-item proposal within 48 hours. We serve Center City, the Main Line, and Delaware County with same-week appointments.
Painting in Philadelphia, PA typically runs $3.25/sqft interior and $3.10/sqft exterior in 2026. Final pricing depends on surface condition, color changes, and access, taller rowhomes in Center City cost more because of scaffolding and fall protection.
The most stable exterior painting window in Philadelphia is late spring through early fall, with overnight lows above 50F. We monitor dew point and 72-hour rain probability for every Center City, Bryn Mawr, and Drexel Hill project, a forecast alone isn't enough in Pennsylvania.
We can paint exteriors in Philadelphia as long as surface temperature stays above 35F for 24 hours and rising. Most reliable Philadelphia exterior windows are late spring through early fall, with overnight lows above 50F. Interior work runs year-round across Center City, the Main Line, and Delco.
Most whole-home interiors in Philadelphia finish inside one week. Exteriors stretch longer when humid-continental freeze-thaw cycles and Nor'easter shoulder seasons push us into morning-only painting windows during late spring through early fall, with overnight lows above 50F.
Yes, That 1 Painter Philadelphia is EPA RRP certified for any home built before 1978. We use plastic containment, HEPA vacuums, and lead-safe disposal across all older Center City, Bryn Mawr, and Drexel Hill projects.
Interior Painting Built for Center City, Main Line, and Delco Homes
Interior painting is the fastest way to change how a Philadelphia home feels without touching the floor plan, and it is the busiest scope our crews run across Center City rowhomes, Main Line stone colonials in Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, Villanova, and Wynnewood, Route 30 corridor colonials in Berwyn, Devon, and Paoli, King of Prussia and Chesterbrook new-construction, and Delaware County twins and rowhomes in Drexel Hill, Broomall, Springfield, Clifton Heights, Glenolden, and Sharon Hill. Every interior painting job in Philadelphia starts with a real prep pass so the interior painting film has a clean, sound surface to bond to. Homeowners searching for painters in Center City or on the Main Line for an interior painting refresh usually want two upgrades at once: an updated color palette and a durable, scrubbable interior painting finish that survives long Pennsylvania winters and busy family kitchens.
As a painting company in Philadelphia that runs interior painting on Federal and Victorian rowhomes in Center City, plaster-and-lath Main Line stone colonials in Bryn Mawr and Villanova, Route 30 corridor colonials in Berwyn, Devon, and Malvern, mid-century splits in Broomall and Springfield, and Delco twin rowhomes in Drexel Hill and Clifton Heights, we treat interior painting material selection as a real decision. Which interior painting sheen hides plaster settlement in an older Ardmore stone colonial, which interior painting product holds up in a Drexel Hill mudroom off a busy back entry, and which interior painting primer we need to lock down previously oil-based trim in a Federal-era Center City rowhome are all questions we answer before the crew shows up.
If you're comparing interior painting bids from painters in Center City or on the Main Line, ask each of them about interior painting warranty terms, interior painting prep sequence, and how the interior painting crew protects floors and furniture day to day. Every serious interior painting outfit across Philadelphia should have plain answers to all three. See our interior painting page for the full interior painting scope and current pricing across the Philadelphia market.
Exterior Painting for Philadelphia Freeze-Thaw
Exterior painting in Philadelphia has to hold up to humid-continental freeze-thaw cycles that punish caulk seams across Center City, Bryn Mawr, and Drexel Hill siding, hot humid summers that push mildew onto shaded north elevations in Wynnewood and Springfield, Nor'easter shoulder seasons that soak clapboard for days at a time, and ice storms that hammer exposed fascia in Malvern, Paoli, and Newtown Square. Exterior painting product choice is the whole conversation here, not a footnote. A painting company in Philadelphia that takes exterior painting seriously specifies a 100% acrylic exterior painting product with a mildew inhibitor built into the exterior painting film for Pennsylvania conditions.
Our exterior painting scope typically includes a full pressure wash to strip mildew, algae, chalking, and pollen, a substrate assessment, spot scraping of any failing exterior painting layers, painted-stone, clapboard, cedar shake, aluminum, vinyl, and Hardie sound checks, feathered sanding, spot primer on bare substrate, full caulk of siding seams and window returns, and two coats of exterior painting-grade paint. That exterior painting sequence is the same whether we are painting a 1990s Chesterbrook subdivision, a Main Line stone colonial in Bryn Mawr or Villanova, a Federal rowhome in Center City, or a Delaware County twin in Drexel Hill, Broomall, or Clifton Heights. Painters in Center City or on the Main Line who skip any of those exterior painting steps are quoting a two-year paint job in a ten-year paint job wrapper.
If you're evaluating house painters in Philadelphia for exterior painting, look closely at how the exterior painting bid describes prep, not just the exterior painting product line. A clean exterior painting film applied over a chalking substrate will fail inside a single Philadelphia freeze-thaw cycle. Our exterior painting service documents the exterior painting prep sequence in detail, and every exterior painting job we run carries a 3-year transferable warranty.
Cabinet Painting in Philadelphia Kitchens
Cabinet painting is the single biggest visual change a homeowner in Philadelphia can buy without a full kitchen remodel, and cabinet painting demand across Center City, Bryn Mawr, and Drexel Hill reflects that. Our cabinet painting scope typically covers cabinet boxes on-site plus cabinet doors and drawer fronts sprayed off-site in a controlled environment, so the cabinet painting finish flows out flat and cures without airborne dust or humid Pennsylvania air blushing a cabinet finish. Cabinet painting projects like this are why homeowners call a painting company in Philadelphia instead of a general remodeler.
Cabinet painting product selection matters as much as cabinet painting prep. A real cabinet painting job uses a bonding primer, a cabinet-grade urethane-modified acrylic paint, and controlled drying conditions so the cabinet painting film cures hard enough to resist door-edge chipping under daily use in a busy Drexel Hill kitchen, a Broomall remodel, or an Ardmore Main Line kitchen refresh. As a painting company in Philadelphia that runs cabinet painting jobs almost every week, we schedule cabinet painting projects so the kitchen is out of service only for the days doors and drawers are physically off.
House painters across Philadelphia quoting cabinet painting should walk you through cabinet painting cure times, cabinet painting warranty coverage, and cabinet painting color options with real drawdowns on your actual cabinet material. Cabinet painting is not a wall paint job with cabinets in the way. See our cabinet painting page for cabinet painting scope details and lead times.
Choosing Painters in Center City, the Main Line, and Delco
There are a lot of painters in Philadelphia to choose from, so the practical question is how to sort serious painters from casual ones. Any painting outfit you bid should carry general liability insurance, provide a written scope, and back the work with a real written warranty. They should also point at recent portfolio work in your specific corner of Philadelphia: Federal and Victorian rowhomes in Center City, Main Line stone colonials in Bryn Mawr and Villanova, Route 30 corridor colonials in Berwyn and Malvern, King of Prussia and Chesterbrook new-construction, or Delaware County twins and rowhomes in Drexel Hill, Broomall, and Clifton Heights, not stock photos pulled from a supplier catalog.
As house painters in Philadelphia ourselves, we tell homeowners to ask three questions of anyone bidding: what is the exact prep sequence, what specific paint product is going on the walls, and who from the company is on site day to day. Painters across Philadelphia who dodge those questions are hoping you will not notice the answer later. A painting company in Philadelphia that answers plainly is one worth a second meeting.
That 1 Painter Philadelphia, operating out of an office at 4138 Market St in Philadelphia, is one of many painters serving the Center City, Main Line, and Delaware County market, and we compete on scope clarity, prep quality, and a 3-year transferable warranty that follows the paint, not the owner. If you are collecting bids from painters across Philadelphia, we would be glad to be one of the bids you compare against.
What a Painting Company in Philadelphia Actually Does
A real painting company in Philadelphia is more than a paint crew: it runs estimates, project management, materials logistics, color consultations, and warranty follow-up so the crew painting your house can focus on painting. That coordination is the difference between a painting company in Philadelphia and a solo painter working out of a truck bed. It is also the difference between a paint job that lands on the promised week and a paint job that drifts a month past schedule when a Nor'easter parks over the Schuylkill River and shuts the exterior calendar down for a week.
As a painting company in Philadelphia, our day starts with materials staging for that day's painting scope, drives out to active painting jobs from Center City west along the Schuylkill through University City, up Route 30 to Ardmore, Bryn Mawr, and Wynnewood, out to Berwyn, Devon, Paoli, and Malvern, north on Route 202 through King of Prussia, and south into Delaware County at Drexel Hill, Broomall, Springfield, and Ridley Park, and ends with paint punch-list walks with homeowners. A painting company in Philadelphia running this way keeps painting projects on schedule and keeps paint quality consistent from the first painting day to the last painting day of a job, even when the Pennsylvania calendar wraps rain and cold delays.
When you hire a painting company in Philadelphia, you are hiring the coordination layer as much as the painting itself. A painting company across Philadelphia that quotes a painting scope should tell you what week your painting starts, what week it ends, and who owns the project through completion. If a painting company in Philadelphia cannot articulate what is included in the price on the bid, that is a signal to keep shopping.
How House Painters Handle Historic Center City and Main Line Homes
Older homes across Philadelphia, Federal and Victorian rowhomes in Center City, plaster-and-lath Main Line stone colonials in Bryn Mawr, Villanova, and Gladwyne, pre-war twins in Ardmore and Wynnewood, and stone farmhouses tucked into Newtown Square and Malvern, need house painters in Philadelphia who understand plaster, painted stone, painted-wood clapboard, cedar shake siding, and the way early paint layers move under fresh coats through Pennsylvania freeze-thaw cycles. House painters across Philadelphia who came up on 1990s Chesterbrook or King of Prussia new-construction repaints alone often underestimate how much prep an older Center City rowhome or Bryn Mawr Victorian actually needs before the first drop of paint goes on the wall.
House painters in Philadelphia running an older home job spend the first day on paint testing, wood-siding scrape-and-sand prep, glazing repair on original divided-light windows, and containment for scrape-and-paint work outside. Skipping those steps produces a paint job that fails inside a single Philadelphia winter. As house painters in Philadelphia with real time on Center City rowhomes, Main Line stone colonials, and pre-war Delco twins, we treat prep as the paint job; the coats you see are the last five percent of the actual work.
If you own an older home and are talking to house painters in Center City or on the Main Line, ask each bidder to walk your house and describe what they would do differently versus a 1990s Chesterbrook subdivision build or a 2010s Malvern new construction. The house painters across Philadelphia with a real answer are the ones to shortlist.
Color, Finish, and Booking Your Painting Project
Color is where a lot of painting projects across Philadelphia stall, so the painters you hire should have a real color process. Ours starts with existing light in the room, existing floor and trim tones, and the direction the room faces, then we put real paint drawdowns on your actual walls before the crew mobilizes. A painting company in Philadelphia that hands you a fan deck and walks away will paint whatever you point at, which is not the same as helping you land the right color for the space, an especially real risk in Philadelphia where flat gray winter light and hot summer humidity change how a color reads across the year.
Finish selection is the other half of the conversation. Flat or matte on ceilings, eggshell or matte on walls, satin or semi-gloss on trim, and a cabinet-grade product on cabinets: that mix reads intentional in a finished Center City, Bryn Mawr, or Drexel Hill home. Painters in Philadelphia who put one paint sheen everywhere are cutting corners on materials logistics, not doing you a favor.
Booking a painting company in Philadelphia should be simple: a walk-through, a written scope, a written price, a start date, and a warranty. Exterior painting demand peaks between April and October across Philadelphia before Nor'easter season shuts the exterior calendar down, so any painting company in Philadelphia worth hiring is often booked several weeks out during peak exterior painting season. Interior painting flexes year-round, and cabinet painting we can usually schedule with less lead time. Request an estimate above and we will be out with a written scope you can compare against every other bid on your desk.