Exterior Painting
Exterior painting built for Bay Area weather
Stucco, wood siding, trim, decks, and complete exterior repaints. Fifty years of exterior painting expertise in Contra Costa County.
What comes with every exterior project
Bay Area Weather Expertise
Fifty years of understanding what California sun, coastal moisture, and seasonal shifts do to exterior paint.
Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior
Standard exterior line. Rated for durability and color retention in California conditions.
Full Prep Documented
Wash, scrape, sand, prime bare wood, caulk gaps. Each step documented in your proposal.
Multi-Year Written Warranty
Exterior warranties are longer than interior. Terms documented before we start.
Exterior painting, explained
What exterior painting includes
Painting By Ken provides exterior painting services throughout Contra Costa County, including Walnut Creek, Alamo, Danville, and Lafayette. Exterior painting covers stucco, wood siding, trim, decks, and fences, with prep and materials matched to Bay Area weather conditions. Painting By Ken has provided exterior painting services in the area since 1974, with every project backed by a written workmanship warranty.
Exterior painting services
Six specialized service categories, all coordinated by the same crew.
Stucco Painting
Elastomeric coatings for California stucco. Long-lasting, weather-resistant.
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Wood Siding Painting
Cedar, redwood, and composite siding. Prep-heavy work done right.
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Trim and Fascia
Sharp lines around windows, doors, eaves, and rooflines.
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Deck Staining and Sealing
Restore weathered decks. Multiple stain options and sealers.
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Fence Painting
Wood, metal, or composite fencing. Sealed and finished for longevity.
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Whole-Home Exterior
Complete exterior repaints coordinated as a single project.
Learn MoreOur exterior painting process
Every exterior project follows the same six-step foundation.
Pressure wash
Complete exterior cleaning to remove dirt, chalk, and mildew.
Scrape and sand
Loose paint removed. Rough surfaces smoothed.
Repair wood rot
Damaged wood addressed before painting begins.
Caulk and prime
Gaps sealed. Bare wood and repairs primed.
Protect landscaping
Plants, walkways, and features covered before spraying.
Apply two coats
Standard is two coats for California weather protection.
Pressure wash
Complete exterior cleaning to remove dirt, chalk, and mildew.
Scrape and sand
Loose paint removed. Rough surfaces smoothed.
Repair wood rot
Damaged wood addressed before painting begins.
Caulk and prime
Gaps sealed. Bare wood and repairs primed.
Protect landscaping
Plants, walkways, and features covered before spraying.
Apply two coats
Standard is two coats for California weather protection.
What homeowners say about our exterior work
"Exterior repaint on our two-story stucco home. The prep took a week and the paint job took two days. Four years later still looks brand new."
"Ken fixed wood rot around three windows before painting. That work alone was worth what we paid the last painter who missed it entirely."
"Whole exterior refresh including trim, fascia, and deck. Coordinated as one project, done in ten days."
Common questions about exterior painting
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Ready to refresh your exterior?
Free estimate. Written proposal. Weather-tested prep.