House Painting in Michiana, IN

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We Paint Everything

We paint across Beverly Shores, Bristol, and Chesterton with consistent prep, premium products, and a 3-year transferable warranty. Our Michiana crew specializes in interior repaints, exterior siding refresh, cabinet refinishing, deck staining, drywall repair, and limewash, all engineered to hold up against Indiana's freeze-thaw Midwestern climate.

Freshly painted interior living room with bright walls and clean trim work

Interior Painting

Transform your living spaces with flawless color and finish.

Interior Painting
Exterior house painting project with crisp siding and updated curb appeal

Exterior Painting

Curb appeal that lasts. Expert coatings for every climate.

Exterior Painting
Commercial painting project in a polished business interior

Commercial Painting

Professional-grade finishes that elevate your business space.

Commercial Painting
Kitchen cabinet painting project with a smooth factory-style finish

Cabinet Painting

Refresh your kitchen with a smooth, factory-quality finish.

Cabinet Painting
Limewash finish adding texture and depth to painted masonry

Limewash

Authentic European lime-based finishes for timeless texture and depth.

Limewash
Painted brick exterior with a durable updated finish

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.

Trusted Paint Partners

Sherwin-Williams
Benjamin Moore
Behr
PPG
Romabio
JUSTIN STECZ, locally owned and operated That 1 Painter Michiana franchise owner

We're Locally Owned

Owned by Justin Stecz, That 1 Painter Michiana brings local accountability and a 3-year warranty to every Beverly Shores, Bristol, and Chesterton project. We invest in our Michiana crew so the same painters finish what they start.

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 Michiana, Indiana

That 1 Painter Michiana is a locally owned and operated painting company led by JUSTIN STECZ, serving Michiana and surrounding communities with licensed, insured, background-checked crews and a 3-year transferable warranty.

Aerial view of Michiana Indiana residential neighborhoods served by That 1 Painter

Areas Served

We bring our Michiana painting crew to Beverly Shores, Bristol, Chesterton, and surrounding Indiana communities, same standards, same warranty, same crew on every job.

Contact Info

(574) 622-1143


South Bend, IN 46613

HoursMon - Fri 8am-6pm

Areas served by That 1 Painter Michiana

  • Beverly Shores, IN — ZIP 46301
  • Bristol, IN — ZIP 46507
  • Chesterton, IN — ZIP 46304
  • Donaldson, IN — ZIP 46513
  • Elkhart, IN — ZIP 46514, 46516, 46517
  • Foraker, IN — ZIP 46526
  • Gary, IN — ZIP 46403
  • Goshen, IN — ZIP 46528
  • Granger, IN — ZIP 46530
  • Grovertown, IN — ZIP 46531
  • Hamlet, IN — ZIP 46532
  • Hanna, IN — ZIP 46340
  • Hebron, IN — ZIP 46341
  • Hobart, IN — ZIP 46342
  • Kingsbury, IN — ZIP 46345
  • Kingsford Heights, IN — ZIP 46346
  • Kouts, IN — ZIP 46347
  • La Crosse, IN — ZIP 46348
  • La Paz, IN — ZIP 46537
  • La Porte, IN — ZIP 46350
  • Lake Station, IN — ZIP 46405
  • Lakeville, IN — ZIP 46536
  • Ligonier, IN — ZIP 46767
  • Middlebury, IN — ZIP 46540
  • Mill Creek, IN — ZIP 46365
  • Millersburg, IN — ZIP 46543
  • Mishawaka, IN — ZIP 46544, 46545
  • New Carlisle, IN — ZIP 46552
  • New Paris, IN — ZIP 46553
  • North Liberty, IN — ZIP 46554
  • Notre Dame, IN — ZIP 46556
  • Ober, IN — ZIP 46534
  • Osceola, IN — ZIP 46561
  • Plymouth, IN — ZIP 46563
  • Portage, IN — ZIP 46368
  • Pottawattamie Park, IN — ZIP 46360
  • Rolling Prairie, IN — ZIP 46371
  • Shipshewana, IN — ZIP 46565
  • South Bend, IN — ZIP 46601, 46613, 46614, 46615, 46616, 46617, 46619, 46628, 46635, 46637
  • Topeka, IN — ZIP 46571
  • Tyner, IN — ZIP 46572
  • Union Mills, IN — ZIP 46382
  • Valparaiso, IN — ZIP 46383, 46385
  • Wakarusa, IN — ZIP 46573
  • Walkerton, IN — ZIP 46574
  • Wanatah, IN — ZIP 46390
  • Westville, IN — ZIP 46391
  • Wheeler, IN — ZIP 46393

Recent Michiana Painting Projects

A look at the craftsmanship we bring to homes and businesses across Michiana. From full-home interior repaints and kitchen cabinet refinishing to exterior siding, stucco, and trim work, every Michiana painting project 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 Michiana trust us to deliver.

Cream Brick Two-Story Exterior Repaint in Michiana by That 1 Painter

Professional exterior painting project in Michiana by That 1 Painter
Exterior Painting

Olive Living Room Refresh in Michiana by That 1 Painter

Professional interior painting project in Michiana by That 1 Painter
Interior Painting

Brick & Stone Exterior Repaint in Michiana by That 1 Painter

Professional exterior painting project in Michiana by That 1 Painter
Exterior Painting

White Cabinet Kitchen Refinish in Michiana by That 1 Painter

Professional cabinet & interior painting project in Michiana by That 1 Painter
Cabinet & Interior Painting

Blue Siding Exterior Repaint in Michiana by That 1 Painter

Professional exterior painting project in Michiana by That 1 Painter
Exterior Painting

Open Concept Kitchen Refresh in Michiana by That 1 Painter

Professional interior painting project in Michiana by That 1 Painter
Interior Painting

That 1 Painter Michiana Portfolio

  • Cream Brick Two-Story Exterior Repaint
  • Olive Living Room Refresh
  • Brick & Stone Exterior Repaint
  • White Cabinet Kitchen Refinish
  • Blue Siding Exterior Repaint
  • Open Concept Kitchen Refresh
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Every year, our Austin 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 Michiana 2026 Guide

What painting really costs in Michiana, IN in 2026: this guide is built from completed jobs across Beverly Shores, Bristol, and Chesterton, priced for Indiana's freeze-thaw Midwestern climate and the prep depth it demands.

Project Type
Low
High
Average
Interior (per sq ft)
$2.50
$4.75
$3.50
Exterior (per sq ft)
$2.25
$4.50
$3.25
Cabinet Refinishing
$3,500
$7,500
$5,200
Single Room
$450
$1,200
$750
Whole-Home Interior
$5,000
$14,000
$8,500
Whole-Home Exterior
$4,000
$9,500
$6,500

* All prices include materials, labor, and prep. Based on 2026 Michiana averages.

Michiana Painting Cost Guide 2026

Michiana Painting Cost Per Square Foot, 2026 Pricing Guide: Professional interior painting in Michiana typically runs $2.50 to $4.75 per square foot in 2026, with most Michiana homeowners paying $3.25 to $3.75 for prep, two coats, and trim. A standard 2,200 sq ft home in Beverly Shores or Bristol usually lands between $6,200 and $9,800 fully painted. Pricing scales with ceiling height, trim package, and color-change complexity.

Optimal Painting Seasons for Michiana Homes: The best window for exterior painting in Michiana is May through September, avoiding the freeze line. We monitor dew point, surface temperature, and 72-hour rain probability before scheduling, a forecast number alone is not enough in Indiana. Interior projects run year-round in Beverly Shores and Bristol.

Realistic Paint Lifespan Expectations for Michiana Homes: In Michiana, expect 6 to 9 years exterior, with freeze-thaw the main wear driver. Interior paint typically holds 8–12 years in low-traffic rooms and 5–7 in kitchens, baths, and hallways. Premium products and proper prep are the two single biggest drivers of how long your repaint actually lasts in Indiana.

Moisture, Mildew, and Prep Pricing in Michiana, IN: Painting in Indiana requires aggressive moisture management. Michiana homes routinely show mildew on north-facing siding, swollen trim around bath fans, and chalking on south-facing brick. We allocate dedicated prep days for Beverly Shores and Bristol projects so paint bonds rather than blisters.

Wood Rot, Siding Repair, and Carpentry Add-Ons in Michiana: Most Michiana exterior estimates include a carpentry allowance because deep freeze-thaw cycles, humid summers, and storm season hail drive wood rot at fascia, sill nosings, and bottom siding courses. We carry a small-carpentry crew so Beverly Shores and Bristol projects don't stall waiting for a separate contractor. Typical rot allowance: $400–$1,500 per home.

Commercial Painting Costs and Scheduling in Michiana: Commercial painting in Michiana is priced on access, scheduling constraints, and finish spec, not just square footage. Retail and office work in Beverly Shores typically requires after-hours scheduling, low-VOC products, and dust containment, which we line-item on every Michiana commercial bid.

How Michiana Winters Affect Your Paint Job: Michiana winters drive freeze-thaw cycles that open caulk joints, lift trim paint, and expose bare wood at fascia and window casings. Our Michiana estimates always include a caulk and joint inspection, failed caulk is the #1 cause of premature exterior repaints across Indiana. We use elastomeric sealants rated for the freeze-thaw range common in Beverly Shores and Bristol.

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The Complete Michiana Painting Guide

Everything Michiana 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 Michiana team.

Our Michiana Painting Services

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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.

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.

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.

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