Painting Services in Raleigh, NC2026-10-05T18:20:31-04:00

The Triangle’s Premier Painters since 2007

A Painting Company That Shows Up On Time

Your home says a lot about you, and a painting job says just as much about the crew who did it. Maybe the siding is fading. Maybe the walls look dated. Maybe the trim just needs some attention. Whatever it is, you want the job done right the first time. That starts with a crew that shows up on time, prices the work honestly, and leaves your home as clean as they found it.

Matrix Painting Inc. has served homeowners and businesses across Raleigh, Cary, Apex, Wake Forest, Garner, and the Greater Triangle Area since 2007. Owner, Ryan Critoria, started the company after learning to paint from his father, and Matrix has since completed more than 1,000 projects across the region. Every project includes a written, transferable 2-year workmanship warranty, so you know exactly what you’re getting before we put a single drop of paint on your walls.

  • Free Estimates
  • Onsite/Instant Estimates
  • Clear, Transparent, Daily Communication
  • Always On-Time
  • Locally Owned and Operated
  • Fully Licensed & Insured

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How It Works

From Estimate to Project Completion

You shouldn’t have to guess what a paint job will cost, how long it will take, or who is showing up at your door: from your first phone call to the final walkthrough, we will assist you. We do our very best to plan around your schedule. Here is what working with Matrix Painting Inc. actually looks like, from the first estimate to the last coat of paint.

Estimate

Call 984-262-9819, text, or fill out our online form to request a free estimate. Our team will set up a time to walk your property, review your project scope, and answer your questions in person.

Plan

You will get a detailed, written proposal that spells out the full scope of work and the full price. There are no vague line items once the crew arrives, so you can decide with real numbers in front
of you. Your proposal includes prep, carpentry repairs (if needed), and cleanup.

Execution

Our team schedules your project and gets to work. The crew will protect your furniture and floors, keep you updated daily, and do a final walkthrough with you before calling the job done. We make
sure you are completely satisfied with the final results.

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Residential Painting

Interior House Painters

The inside of your home should be expertly finished – not rushed. Our interior painting crews cover walls, ceilings, trim, and doors. Every project starts with the same prep work: covering floors and furniture, patching holes, and sanding surfaces smooth before painting. We also handle cabinet painting, popcorn ceiling removal, wallpaper removal, and free color consultations, all under one roof. Whether you’re refreshing one room or repainting the whole house, you’ll get a crew that treats your space with care and respect.

Exterior Protection

Exterior House Painters

Exterior painting starts with the right prep, not just a fresh coat of paint. Sun, humidity, and pollen all affect the longevity of exterior paint. Our crews pressure wash surfaces, handle carpentry repairs on rotten or damaged wood, and prep every surface before painting begins. We work on siding, trim, shutters, soffits, garage doors, front doors, and handrails. We schedule around pollen season and temperature so the paint has the conditions it needs to hold up effectively. Every exterior project includes a free color consultation.

Local, Licensed, and Insured

Painting for Raleigh and the Surrounding Triangle Area

Matrix Painting Inc. is locally owned and operated. Our team has completed more than 1,000 projects and used more than 50,000 gallons of paint across the Triangle. We are a fully licensed business. We carry General Liability/Workers’ Comp insurance, and we are EPA Lead-Safe Certified. Every project includes a written, transferable 2-year workmanship warranty that covers defects in workmanship and paint adhesion.

Locally Owned & Operated

Ryan and his crew run every job, not a call center or a subcontractor bidding on your project.

Free Color Consultation

Every project includes a free consultation to help you pick colors that fit your home.

Why Choose Matrix Painting Inc.

  • 2 Year Workmanship Warranty

  • Detailed Preparation

  • Complete Cleanup after Project

  • Always On-time

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You Don’t Have to Wonder If You Hired the Right Painting Company

Since 2007, Matrix Painting Inc. has put the customer first on every job. You get a free estimate with a written price, a professional crew, and a written warranty on the finished work. We keep you updated from the first call to the final walkthrough. After more than 1,000 projects, our goal is still simple: a home you’re proud of and a team you’d happily recommend.

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Interior Commercial Painters

Our commercial interior crews work around your schedule, including nights and weekends when needed, so you can keep your business open while we work. We handle store rebranding, walls, doors, stairwells, ceilings, trim, wallpaper removal and installation, popcorn ceiling removal, cabinet painting, and drywall repair for offices, medical clinics, schools, and other facilities across the Triangle. Every commercial estimate includes a written scope of work, so your team knows the scope and schedule before we show up.

Exterior Commercial Painters

The outside of your building is the first thing customers, patients, or tenants see. Faded paint, cracked stucco, or peeling trim sends a message before anyone steps inside. Our exterior commercial crews work on storefronts, offices, schools, medical facilities, religious buildings, gyms, restaurants, industrial buildings, and warehouses. We handle siding, gutters, doors, decks, railings, fences, electrical box painting, and carpentry repairs, all scheduled to work around your hours of operation. You’ll get a formal written proposal before any work starts, so your budget is set before the first coat goes on.

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Cabinet Painting & Refinishing

Replacing kitchen cabinets can cost more than painting them. Our cabinet painting process starts with masking off your kitchen and removing every door, drawer front, and piece of hardware. We label each one so it goes back exactly where it came from. We clean surfaces, fill imperfections, and lightly sand everything. Then we apply an oil-based primer with an airless sprayer for a smooth, even coat. Two coats of high-grade urethane enamel give your cabinets a hard, durable surface built to handle daily use.

Professional Painting FAQs from Raleigh, NC

Start by checking three things: how long the company has been in business, whether they’re licensed and insured, and what their actual customers say.

Matrix Painting Inc. has served Raleigh and the Triangle since 2007 and is fully licensed and insured with liability/workers’ comp insurance. We are also an NC-certified Lead Safe professional company. We have over 145 five-star Google reviews. Every estimate is free, and every proposal is written out, so you can compare us with any other company using real numbers, not just a sales pitch. Ask to see a license and proof of insurance before you hire anyone.

The cost depends on your home’s size, how much prep work is needed, and the paint products used. As a starting point, our minimum project size is $2,000 for exterior projects and $1,500 for interior projects. Most full home projects run higher once square footage, trim detail, and carpentry repairs are factored in. We give every customer a free, on-site estimate with a written price before any work begins, so you know the full cost upfront instead of getting a number that changes once the crew arrives. Ask us for a breakdown of labor, materials, and prep during your estimate.

Fresh interior paint is one of the most cost-effective home improvements, offering an average return on investment of over 100% while making spaces feel clean, modern, and well-maintained.

Exterior painting works best in mild, dry weather, generally from spring through fall in the Triangle. We avoid scheduling exterior work during the height of pollen season each spring, since pollen can settle into wet paint and affect the finish. We closely monitor temperature and rain forecasts before starting any outdoor project. Interior painting can happen any time of year since it isn’t weather-dependent. If you’re planning an exterior project, booking a few weeks ahead during peak season (spring and early fall) gives you more scheduling flexibility. We’ll always tell you upfront if the weather isn’t right for your project.

Sheen affects both looks and durability. Satin and low-sheen finishes are common siding choices because they hide small surface imperfections. Gloss is often used on trim, shutters, and doors because it wipes clean easily and lasts longer. We primarily use Sherwin-Williams exterior products, including Duration and Emerald. Both are built for Triangle weather conditions like humidity and UV exposure. During your estimate, we’ll walk you through sheen options based on your home’s needs.
Off-whites can look very different depending on your home’s lighting, flooring, and trim color. This is why a particular color on a paint store wall often looks different once it’s on your own walls. Warm off-whites tend to pair well with wood floors and warmer light, while cooler off-whites work better in rooms with a lot of natural light or cooler-toned finishes. This is exactly what our free color consultation is for. We’ll bring samples to your home, look at your lighting and existing finishes, and help you narrow down options before you commit to a full room.

In most cases, yes. Replacing cabinets means new boxes, doors, and installation labor, which usually costs several times more than refinishing your existing cabinets. Painting your existing cabinets keeps the layout and structure you already know works, while giving you a new look and color. Our cabinet painting process includes removing doors and hardware, priming with an oil-based primer, and applying two coats of a high-grade urethane enamel finish built to handle daily kitchen use. It’s a good option if your cabinet boxes are still structurally sound and you mainly want to update the color or finish.

In most cases, yes. We schedule commercial projects around your operating hours, including early mornings, evenings, or weekends when needed. This way, your business, school, or clinic can stay open while we work. Before any project starts, we walk the property with you, review your schedule, and put together a written plan for how we’ll phase the work to minimize disruption. This is standard for the facilities managers and property owners we work with regularly, from medical offices to retail storefronts. Ask us about a phased schedule when you request a commercial estimate.

Most full exterior house painting projects take about 5 days from start to finish. This includes pressure washing, prep, carpentry repairs, and two top coats of paint. Interior projects follow a similar timeline: usually 4 to 5 days, depending on the number of rooms and how much prep work is needed. Larger homes, extensive carpentry repairs, or multiple colors can add time. We’ll give you a specific timeline during your estimate based on the actual scope of your project. We’ll update you throughout the job so you always know where things stand and when to expect the final walkthrough.

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Ready When You Are

Your Next Painting Project Starts With One Phone Call

Whether you need a single room refreshed or a full commercial repaint, we are ready to help. Every project starts with a free, on-site estimate and a written price, so you know exactly what to expect before any work begins. We handle exterior house painting, interior house painting, cabinet refinishing, deck and fence staining, wallpaper removal, popcorn ceiling removal, drywall repair, and commercial painting for offices, medical facilities, schools, and retail spaces across the Triangle. Every job is backed by a written, transferable 2-year workmanship warranty and a free color and design consultation. Call 984-262-9819 or request your free estimate online to get started today.