Frequently Asked Questions

Interior Painting Related Questions

How can I get a quote to paint the interior of my house or business?

You can get a free painting estimate by sending us photos of the rooms/areas to be painted or by requesting a visit for a fee.

How will Dreams Painting protect my floor and furniture?

All our specialized interior painters are meticulous in their care and attention during preparatory work and both provide and employ thick, absorbent drop cloths to protect your house’s flooring and furniture from any spills and drips of an interior painting.


We appreciate the trust that homeowners place in us by hiring us for their interior and exterior house painting projects and treat your furniture and carpets with the utmost care, always cleaning up once our residential painters have completed your projects and striving to leave your home looking better than how we found it.

How long does it take to paint one bedroom?

It usually takes one to two days to paint one room.

Do I need to move any furniture or do any preparation before the work starts?

The answer is No. We will take care of the whole process, from the beginning to the end. 


Our professional painters will move any furniture to the center of the room, remove any paint on walls, patch any nail holes, remove switches and outlet plates, caulk around trims, sand any spot, cover the floor and furniture, and do a clean, excellent work.


Any special hardware to be removed from walls can be discussed during our free estimate consultation.

How long does it take to paint two bedrooms

It usually takes one to two days to paint two rooms.

How long does it take to paint three bedrooms

It usually takes two to three days to paint three rooms.

How long would my interior painting last?

A professional interior painting job should last five to ten years.

How long does it take to paint the entire interior of a house?

It usually takes five to seven days to paint the interior of a house.

What type of paint should I use to paint my kitchen?

Satin paint is recommended to paint a kitchen. Satin paint is good with moisture and easy to clean, while at the same time provides an elegant finish.

What type of paint should I use to paint my bathroom?

The best type of paint to paint a bathroom is semi-gloss, thanks to its ability to handle high moisture levels.

What type of paint should I use to paint my bedroom?

Paint with satin finish is a great choice to paint a bedroom. It provides an elegant finish and is easy to clean.

What type of paint should I use to paint my livingroom?

Paint with a flat sheen is a great living room choice. If you have kids, we recommend using satin paint because it's easy to clean and has an elegant finish.

What type of paint should I use to paint my ceiling?

Most paint manufacturers offer an special paint for ceilings. We use Promar Ceiling Paint from Sherwin Williams.

What type of paint should I use to paint my doors?

Semi-gloss, Gloss or High Gloss.

What type of paint should I use to paint my kitchen cabinets?

Satin, Semi-gloss, Gloss or High Gloss.

What type of paint should I use to paint my hallway?

Flat, Eggshell or Satin.

What type of paint should I use to paint my trims?

Satin, Semi-gloss, Gloss or High Gloss.

What type of paint should I use to paint my dining room?

Flat, eggshell or satin.

How many gallons of paint do I need to paint one room?

The number of gallons needed to paint one room will depend on the size and the areas to be painted. To paint an entire room, including the ceiling, walls, trims, doors, closet and windows, you will need approximately four gallons of paint. One for the ceiling, two for the walls and one for the trims and doors.

How many gallons of paint do I need to paint the interior of my house?

The number of gallons needed to paint the interior of your house will depend on the size and the areas to be painted. To paint a three-bedroom home, including all of the ceilings, walls, trims, doors, closets and windows, you will need approximately twenty gallons of paint. Five for the ceiling, ten to twelve for the walls and two to three for the trims and doors.

How many coats of paint will it take to change the color of my room?

You can expect to apply two to three coats of paint to change the color of your room. In some cases, you may need to apply some extra coats depending on the color you choose.

What is the best paint brand for interior painting?

While we have some great options when it comes to choose a paint brand, we love doing business with Sherwin Williams.

Do I need to buy the paint?

That is optional. Dreams Painting can buy the paint for you if you want us to.

How many painters will be working at my house?

You can expect to have from one to five painters working at your property.

How soon can you start the work?

We can usually start your painting project within days.

What is included in the estimate?

Our estimates includes the labor cost, and the paint if requested.

How can I pay?

We accept checks, cash, cards, and venmo.

How far out are you booked?

We usually have availability to serve you within days to a week.

Is there a warranty?

Dreams Painting provides a one-year warranty. Learn More

Do I need to be present when the work is being done?

The answer is no.

Exterior Painting Related Questions

How long will it take to have the exterior of my house painted?

You can have the exterior of your house painted in about a week.

Which steps should I take before having the exterior of my house painted?

How long will the exterior painting last?

A professional exterior painting job should last five to ten years.

What is the process of exterior painting?

Our process for exterior painting usually includes a pressure wash, area and surface preparation, caulking and filling, primer application and painting.

What can delay an exterior painting job?

The weather is usually responsible for exterior painting delays.

What is the best type of paint for exterior painting?

Exterior paints.

What is the best time of the year to paint the exterior of my house?

Whenever the weather is above 55°.

How many painters will be working when painting the exterior of my house?

How can I choose the colors to paint the exterior of my house?

Do I need to power wash my house before painting?

It is recommended to power wash before painting the exterior. Dreams Painting will determine if it is necessary when doing the estimate.

What should I do after having the exterior of my house painted?

Do you have photos of prior exterior painting jobs?

We do. Please check out the Before And After

Should I paint rusty metal instead of replacing it?

How much will it cost to have the exterior of my house painted?

Commercial Painting Related Questions

Do you provide commercial painting services after hours?

Yes.

How can I get an estimate for commercial painting needs?

What is the best type of paint for commercial painting?

Sherwin Williams has a number of great options for commercial painting needs.

Should I paint commercial properties during business hours?

It depends on how convenient that will be. Dreams Painting accommodates your business hours and environment to meet your commercial painting requirements.

Can I have commercial painting done fast?

Dreams Painting provides customized commercial painting services to meet our customer's demands. We can work overnight, after hours and can work with a large crew to complete the job fast.

Should I paint commercial properties after hours?

Painting your commercial property after hours can provide a more pleasant experience to your customers and staff during your business hours, however, after-hour work will slightly increase the total cost.

Siobhan Costain - Manager

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