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Your Trusted Partner for Painting Solutions in Manchester
At Ray Diana Painting, we combine decades of hands-on experience with a meticulous approach to deliver exceptional residential painting results. Our team prioritizes quality through thorough preparation, premium materials like Benjamin Moore paint, and direct owner involvement in every project. Founded by Ray Diana, whose transition from accounting to painting brought a unique focus on precision and client communication, we specialize in interior and exterior residential painting, cabinet refinishing, and trim work.

Our process emphasizes transparency, with clear timelines and on-site consultations to ensure client expectations are met. With a two-man crew operating since 2013, we maintain efficiency while delivering personalized service that has earned us a reputation as one of Connecticut's most trusted painting contractors.
Services
Interior Residential Painting Exterior Residential Painting Cabinet Painting Residential Painting Painting Services
Details
  • Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
  • We have over 20 years of combined experience in residential painting
  • Our team uses only Benjamin Moore paint for superior results
  • We offer personalized service with direct owner involvement
  • Our meticulous preparation ensures long-lasting finishes
  • We provide transparent communication throughout the project
Services
Interior Residential Painting
Transform your home's interior with our professional painting services. We use premium Benjamin Moore paint and meticulous preparation techniques to ensure flawless finishes that last. Our team handles walls, ceilings, trim, and moldings while maintaining clean workspaces throughout the process. Clients receive personalized color consultations and transparent timelines for project completion.
Exterior Residential Painting
Enhance your home's curb appeal with our exterior painting expertise. We prepare surfaces by scraping, priming, and repairing siding, shingles, and trim before applying two topcoats of high-quality paint. Our weather-resistant finishes protect homes while improving aesthetics. We handle projects of all sizes, from single-room touch-ups to full-house transformations.
Cabinet Painting
Modernize your kitchen or bathroom with professional cabinet painting. We use durable, chip-resistant paint in custom colors to match your style. Our process includes thorough surface preparation, precise application, and protective topcoats for lasting results. Clients receive expert color guidance and can choose from multiple finish options for their cabinetry.
People
Ray Diana
Owner
With over 20 years of combined experience in accounting and painting, Ray Diana founded the company in 2000. His meticulous nature and client-focused approach have built a reputation for quality. He personally oversees every project, ensuring exceptional results and clear communication throughout the process.
Steve Dakin
Lead Painter
Steve Dakin has worked alongside Ray Diana for nearly a decade. Their partnership combines technical skill with consistent quality, completing projects efficiently while maintaining attention to detail. Together, they form a reliable team that handles all aspects of residential painting projects.
Questions
How many coats of paint do you apply?
We apply two coats on both interior and exterior surfaces. For interior, we use primer and topcoat, while exterior applications include spot priming followed by two topcoats with primer-integrated paint.
What painting methods do you use?
We use both airless sprayers and traditional brush/roller methods, selecting the appropriate technique based on weather conditions and surface requirements to ensure optimal results.
Who will work on my project?
Our core team consists of owner Ray Diana and Steve Dakin, with 40 combined years of experience. This proven crew handles all projects directly, ensuring consistent quality and efficient execution.
How do you handle payment?
We accept cash, check, and credit card payments. The first half is processed through QuickBooks online, while final payments can be made in person at the job site using any preferred method.
When will my project start?
Start dates are communicated one week in advance due to our two-person crew scheduling. We maintain open communication about potential delays and often extend projects based on client satisfaction with additional work requests.
How soon will I receive an estimate?
Estimates are typically prepared within one week of the initial property visit. During high-demand seasons like spring, we communicate expected timelines upfront while prioritizing accuracy and detail.