Our Process

From Prep to Final Coat, DANCO Delivers Proven Results

Expect the Best From DANCO Commercial Painters!

For us, painting a commercial building involves much more than a fresh coat. Our experts understand how to bring out the best in your new paint job by supporting its application with a comprehensive foundation of prep and restoration work.

  • Father & Son Team: 35+ Years of Experience
  • Expert Wall/Building Restoration & Detailed Prep
  • Premium Paint From Trusted Brands
  • Long-Lasting Interior & Exterior Finishes
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Our Process Goes Far Beyond Painting

Partner with DANCO Commercial Painters to protect your investment and present your building in the best light! With over 35 years of experience, our generational family business has developed a reliable, repeatable process to ensure every project is completed with care, precision, and long-lasting results.

Here’s how we achieve all those five-star reviews – and complete projects on time, on budget, and to your exact specifications.

1. Initial Consultation & Site Walkthrough

Every project begins with a collaborative walkthrough. We assess the condition of your building’s walls – inside or out – and identify any surface issues that need attention, such as cracks, holes, moisture damage, or peeling paint.

Our team explains what kind of prep work, repairs, or coatings your building may require, and we’ll provide a free rendering to help you visualize the transformation.

2. Wall Design & Appearance Planning

Once we understand the scope, we shift our focus to the look and feel of your space. Whether you're after a sleek, modern finish or a brand-aligned color scheme, our experts guide you through paint types, coatings, finishes, and color choices tailored to your goals and your building's. Free renderings available!

This stage is where form meets function – and where your vision takes shape.

3. Surface Prep & Wall Restoration

Behind every high-quality paint job is solid prep work. Before applying a single coat, we repair damaged drywall, patch cracks and holes, perform tuckpointing (if necessary), caulk joints, and pressure wash the surfaces.

This step is crucial for ensuring proper paint adhesion, durability, and a smooth, professional finish, particularly in high-traffic or older buildings.

4. Painting & Protective Coating

Now the transformation begins! Using commercial-grade tools and trusted products from reputable brands like Sherwin-Williams and PPG, we apply primers, topcoats, or specialized coatings tailored to your building’s unique environment.

Our team works efficiently and neatly, delivering a weather-resistant, high-performance finish that stands the test of time.

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DANCO Commercial Painters proudly serves Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the greater Twin Cities area with expert commercial painting, drywall repair, pressure washing, and surface restoration services. From schools and retail spaces to barns, municipal buildings, and industrial facilities, we’re ready to help you restore and protect your space, inside and out.

Call 612-598-3864 or email office@commercialpaintersmn.com to schedule your free consultation today!

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Our Process

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Chevron Right Icon Initial Consultation

Every commercial project begins with a walkthrough and conversation to align on scope, timeline, and expectations. The team evaluates your space, identifies surface conditions, and notes any repairs or prep work needed to ensure a seamless result. Free renderings are available to help you visualize the finished look before any work begins.

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Chevron Right Icon Wall Design & Overall Appearance

Once the scope is defined, attention shifts to the visual impact. This phase involves selecting the appropriate colors, finishes, and protective coatings that align with the building’s function, branding, and long-term maintenance requirements. Expert guidance ensures a cohesive and professional appearance from every angle.

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Chevron Right Icon Wall Renovation & Paint Preparation

Commercial spaces often require more than a fresh coat. Surfaces are carefully cleaned, patched, and restored – whether through drywall repair, pressure washing, or sanding – to create the proper foundation for paint. Thorough prep ensures maximum adhesion, durability, and a longer-lasting finish.

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Chevron Right Icon Painting & Coating Your Walls

With prep complete, the transformation begins. High-performance coatings are applied with precision using commercial-grade tools and techniques that have been honed over decades. Expect a clean, polished finish that enhances and protects your space for years to come!