Expert Painting Services: Specializing in Victorian, Historic, Custom Modern Homes & LEED Projects

Howard McKenzie, Founder, Owner & Operator Since 1999

Serving the Greater Bay Area

Elevate your residential or commercial building with bespoke interior and exterior painting, custom colors and finishes, waterproofing, restoration or remodeling.

Complete Solutions: Fully Licensed, Bonded, & Insured

Exterior Painting

Comprehensive exterior painting services that go beyond traditional firms. We know how important attention to detail is. From repairing the exterior, to prepping the surface, washing, caulking and filling any gaps, and finally priming and painting, our years of experience ensure we can provide a beautiful result on a wide range of projects and needs. As a company with a full C-33 Painting License and a B-General Building License, we provide a one-stop solution for all your painting needs.
Interior Painting

Our comprehensive approach encompasses thorough surface preparation, strategic masking, and the application of premium-quality undercoats and topcoats, all executed with the utmost precision.
Restoration

Offering restoring and renovating of historical homes, including siding repair and wood refinishing, paint stripping, grinding and sanding, as well as dry rot repair.
Remodeling

We're your one-stop solution for all remodeling needs such as kitchens and bathrooms. Whether it's upgrading windows, doors, flooring, roofs, or addressing plumbing and electrical issues, our experienced team brings your vision to life.
LEED Projects

Enhancing sustainable design and construction, ensuring adherence to environmental standards while delivering superior quality and craftsmanship.
Gold, Copper & Silver Leafing

The art of gilding gold leaf dates back to the Ancient Greeks & the Egyptians. We use genuine 23k yellow gold leaf or 14k white gold leaf as well as copper and silver leaf for gilding on wood, plaster casts, or metal.
Finishing

Specializing in wood finishes, our team delivers impeccable craftsmanship and attention to detail for both interior and exterior surfaces.
Waterproofing

Our tailored approach to address your waterproofing needs includes caulking and sealants to custom fabrication of flashings and sheet metals, deck coatings, and more to safeguard your property against water damage.

Portfolio of Projects

Our Commitment to LEED-Certified Projects

We Provide Painting & Finishing Options Using Environmentally Friendly, No VOC and Non-Toxic Products

“McKenzie Finishes is one of the finest, most organized, flexible, and competitive subcontractors in our arsenal. Howard and his team have a ‘ get it done’ attitude, and do what they say, when they say it, and are excellent with the client interaction, I can’t recommend them highly enough.”

— Mike McDonald, LEED ® AP, Award winning green builder & developer

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Indoor Environmental Quality

Adequate ventilation and air exchange rates to maintain healthy indoor air quality, and using materials with low levels of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to reduce health risks.

Sustainable Sites

Choosing a location that minimizes environmental impact and promote biodiversity.

Water Efficiency

Installing high-efficiency plumbing fixtures and using drought-tolerant landscaping and efficient irrigation systems to minimize water usage.

Building Materials

Sustainable materials that are locally sourced, recycled, or have low environmental impact.

Innovation & Design Process

Incorporating innovative strategies and technologies into the design process, and involving all stakeholders early in the project to optimize overall building performance.

Energy & Atmosphere

Designing buildings to be highly energy-efficient, and incorporating renewable energy sources to reduce dependence on non-renewable energy.