Hansell Painting Co

I cannot recommend Hansell Painting Company enough! I have used them for several projects over the past 2 decades, ranging from interior work, to extensive, exterior painting jobs. Most recently over the late summer of 2025 a complete outside painting of our 1926 large colonial wood house. What sets them apart is their exceedingly high-quality work and unwavering professionalism. They are true craftsmen who take immense pride in good quality work. They are professionals from the initial estimate to the final walk-through. Their crew is courteous, efficient, and keeps the job site clean, treating our home with the utmost respect. Whether it was painting our living room and fixing old plaster walls or tackling the exterior siding, the attention to detail has been top-notch every single time. The project manager checked in with me close to daily to give me updates, timeline, status reports etc. If you are looking for a trustworthy company in the Durham area that delivers superior quality and stands behind their work, look no further.

I had a very disappointing experience with Hansell Paints in Raleigh/Durham. First, the pricing was absolutely outlandish. I understand that specialty finishes like Portola limewash come at a premium, but the quotes felt inflated well beyond reasonable market value. $4,800 for one bedroom. Really? Does the paint have gold in it? I think not. Second, the sales representative, Travis, was extremely pushy and came across as pompous. Rather than providing guidance or education about the product, the tone felt condescending and sales-drive as if I should feel honored to have them paint my house. It made what should have been a collaborative design decision feel uncomfortable. Most importantly, the actual Portola limewash finish they completed for Kennon Construction (the builder of the home I purchased) is, at best, average. The edges around the windows are already showing white through the gray limewash. The coverage is inconsistent in several areas, and the finish is very difficult—if not impossible—to properly touch up without it looking patched. For a company positioning itself as premium, the execution simply does not justify the cost or the attitude. I would strongly recommend going with someone else.

What a professional and thoroughly delightful business! Everyone involved in my interior painting project from sales, manager and painters was so helpful and so kind. They guided me through color and material choices. I appreciate their expertise. I truly felt 100% comfortable leaving things in their hands. The work itself is astoundingly perfect. I guess I never knew what a difference using a company who know their stuff and take pride in their work could make! Outstanding company, people and work! Thank you.