Business Details
46 Years
experience
Award-Winning Painting Services in Santa Barbara
Colortrends Painting & Decorating was founded in 1980 by Nolan Church, a professional with 35 years of expertise in the painting trade. Our team utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and eco-friendly materials to deliver high-quality residential, commercial, and industrial painting solutions across Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties. Recognized with the Santa Barbara Beautiful Award and induction into the Better Business Bureau Hall of Fame, we prioritize workmanship warranties, customer satisfaction, and adherence to safety standards through bonding and insurance. Our services include custom cabinet refinishing, faux finishes, color consultation, and historical building restoration, supported by free written estimates for projects of all sizes. 
Services
Residential Painting
Commercial Painting
Cabinet Refinishing
Interior Painting
Exterior Painting
Faux Finishes
Color Consultation
Custom Homes
Southwest Washes
Old World Finish
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of local experience since 1980
- Eco-friendly paints and materials used
- BBB Hall of Fame recognition
- Free written estimates for all projects
- Award-winning historical building restoration
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau Hall of Fame
What people say
Award-winning
Excellent customer service
Eco-friendly
High-quality
BBB Hall of Fame
Services
Residential Painting
Specialized interior and exterior painting for homes, condos, and apartments. Our team ensures durable, aesthetic finishes using eco-friendly paints. Services include drywall repair, wallpaper removal, and custom color matching to enhance property value.
Commercial Painting
Comprehensive painting solutions for retail spaces, offices, hotels, and shopping centers. We handle large-scale projects with minimal disruption, adhering to safety standards. Services include historical building restoration and elastomeric coating applications.
Cabinet Refinishing
Cost-effective cabinet restoration using painted or stained finishes with glazing techniques. Services include color matching, distressing, and refacing for kitchens, bathrooms, and built-ins. Exceeds original factory finish quality.
Faux Finishes
Custom textural and visual effects mimicking natural materials. Techniques include marbleizing, venetian plaster, and southwest washes. Enhances both residential and commercial spaces with unique, artistic touches.
Color Consultation
Expert guidance on color selection for interior and exterior projects. Our team considers lighting, architecture, and client preferences to create cohesive, visually appealing spaces aligned with current design trends.
People
Nolan Church
Founder
With 35 years of industry experience, Nolan Church established Colortrends Painting & Decorating in 1980. His expertise in painting techniques and commitment to quality have driven the company's reputation for excellence and award-winning service.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, including Montecito, Carpinteria, and Santa Ynez Valley.
Do you offer free estimates?
Yes, we provide free written estimates for all residential and commercial painting projects.
Are your painters insured?
Yes, we are fully bonded and insured, with a workmanship warranty on all completed jobs.
Do you use eco-friendly paints?
Yes, we exclusively use eco-friendly, low-VOC paints for residential and commercial projects.
What awards have you won?
We've received the Santa Barbara Beautiful Award and Better Business Bureau Hall of Fame recognition.
