Homes and businesses
Exterior Painting
Every exterior is washed, scraped, sanded, primed and caulked by hand before it is painted. We do not spray. Every exterior job comes with a 10-year guarantee.
House & Commercial Painting in Greater Boston
Stanley Painting is the name you can rely on since 1984 for the best quality in Commercial, Residential and Historical Home Painting services across Greater Boston. Every surface is carefully prepped, sanded and primed by hand. We do not spray.
5.0on GoogleHand-prepped. Never sprayed. Since 1984.
Our Specialties
The work Joe's crew is known for, from Greater Boston homes to historic churches.
Churches and period homes
Historic & Woodwork Restoration
Old paint stripped with orbital sanders, wood filled and primed, and original trim, windows and doors brought back, keeping each building's style and character.
House, Commercial and Historic Painting Across Greater Boston
Exterior and interior painting, historic and woodwork restoration, commercial painting and drywall for homes and businesses across Greater Boston, the North Shore, the South Shore and MetroWest.
See all services →01Exterior PaintingWashed, scraped, sanded, primed and caulked by hand. 10-year guarantee.
02Commercial ExteriorsStorefronts and building exteriors, prepped by hand and planned around your business.
03Historic & Wood RestorationChurches, period homes and original woodwork restored to their original character.
04Interior PaintingWalls, ceilings, trim and woodwork, with cleanup at the end of each day.
05Commercial PaintingHotels, restaurants and bars, offices, medical facilities and retail stores.
06DrywallAll phases, from small repairs to large remodels and new construction.
02Commercial ExteriorsStorefronts and building exteriors, prepped by hand and planned around your business.03Historic & Wood RestorationChurches, period homes and original woodwork restored to their original character.04Interior PaintingWalls, ceilings, trim and woodwork, with cleanup at the end of each day.05Commercial PaintingHotels, restaurants and bars, offices, medical facilities and retail stores.06DrywallAll phases, from small repairs to large remodels and new construction.
Owner-run since 1984
Every Job Is Prepped by Hand. That's Why Our Paint Lasts.
Rated 5.0 on Google
Why prep matters
“A roll of plastic tape and a spray gun is not preparation.”
Most painters skip prep to win the bid and move fast. We scrape, sand, prime and seal every surface before a brush touches it.
See what skipped prep does →
Sprayed by others · 2 yrsStanley Painting · 10 yrs
Drag to compare. Left: a sprayed, unprimed exterior by another contractor, two years later. Right: a house Stanley Painting prepped by hand, ten years later.
Typical Spray Job
- Windows wrapped in plastic
- Sprayed over old, loose paint
- No primer on bare wood
- Peeling within 1 to 2 years
Stanley Painting
- Washed, scraped and sanded by hand
- Oil-based primer on bare wood
- Seams filled and caulked
- 10-year exterior guarantee
Recent Painting Projects Around Greater Boston
Houses, storefronts and historic buildings painted by Joe's crew across Greater Boston, the North Shore, the South Shore and MetroWest.
See the full gallery →
About Joe Stanley
45+ Years in the Trade. Owner-Run Since 1984.
Joe Stanley has been in the painting business for over 45 years and has owned his own business since 1984. He currently employs several professionals to handle painting, drywall, and historic restoration needs.
- Prompt, friendly repliesYou can expect a quick, friendly response to every inquiry.
- Attention to detailJoe prides himself on careful, detailed work.
- Finished on timeTimely completion of work, as promised.
How We Paint a House, in Five Steps
Why prep matters →- 1
Wash
The whole exterior is washed so primer and paint can bond to a clean surface.
- 2
Scrape and Sand
Loose and failing paint comes off, using orbital sanders where needed. Nothing gets buried underneath.
- 3
Prime
A good oil-based primer seals bare and weathered wood.
- 4
Fill and Caulk
Open seams and imperfections are filled and caulked so moisture can't get behind the paint.
- 5
Finish
Premium paint, applied by hand. Then a 10-year guarantee.
Your Local Painting Contractor in Greater Boston
Stanley Painting is based at 141 School Street in Woburn. Since 1984, owner Joe Stanley and his crew have painted house interiors and exteriors, finished drywall, painted stores and restaurants, and restored historic buildings for homeowners and businesses across Greater Boston, the North Shore, the South Shore and MetroWest.
Recent work includes an 1846 house on Sunset Road in Winchester, a Back Bay brownstone in Boston, and St. Mary's church in Charlestown. Every exterior is hand-prepped and carries a 10-year guarantee, and Joe is EPA Lead-Safe certified for older homes with lead paint.
- Greater Boston
- North Shore
- South Shore
- MetroWest
Stanley Painting
141 School Street
Woburn, MA 01801
(781) 933-0469
Joe@stanleypainting.com
Mon–Fri, 8 AM–5 PM
Get a free estimateReady for Paint That Lasts?
Joe will walk the job with you, explain the prep it needs and give you a clear price.
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers about how Joe and his crew work.
How long has Stanley Painting been in business?
Joe Stanley has been in the painting business for over 45 years and has owned his own painting company since 1984.
Do you spray paint house exteriors?
No. Spraying over plastic-wrapped windows skips the prep that makes paint last. We wash, scrape, sand, prime and caulk every surface, then paint by hand.
Do you guarantee exterior paint jobs?
Yes. Every Stanley Painting exterior job comes with a 10-year guarantee. If it fails early, we come back.
Are you licensed and lead-safe certified?
Massachusetts does not require a license for painting. Joe Stanley is EPA Lead-Safe certified, so older homes with lead paint are prepped and painted following the EPA's lead-safe work practices.
What kinds of painting do you do?
Exterior and interior house painting, historic and woodwork restoration, commercial painting for hotels, restaurants and bars, offices, medical facilities and retail stores, drywall, and commercial floor coatings. Our specialties are exteriors and historic restoration.
Are estimates free?
Yes. Call 781-933-0469 or send the estimate form and we will set up a free consultation and estimate.
What towns do you serve?
Stanley Painting paints homes and businesses across Greater Boston, the North Shore, the South Shore and MetroWest, including Boston, Cambridge, Newton, Lexington, Arlington, Winchester and Burlington.
Do you paint older and historic homes?
Yes. Older homes need careful scraping, oil-based priming and patient repair. Our work includes an 1846 house on Sunset Road in Winchester, St. Mary's church in Charlestown and the Parish House at Saint John's Episcopal Church.
Do you do commercial painting?
Yes. We paint commercial exteriors, hotels, restaurants and bars, offices, medical facilities and retail stores, and we do commercial, industrial and warehouse floor coatings.
What are your business hours?
Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Call 781-933-0469 or send the estimate form any time and Joe will get back to you.