Who provides the paint colors and specs for a new construction commercial job?

Usually the architect, general contractor, or property manager provides a paint spec (colors, sheens, sometimes specific product lines) that the painting contractor follows, rather than the painter choosing colors independently.

Can commercial repainting be done without closing the business?

Yes, this is common. It's typically scheduled for evenings, overnights, or weekends, and done in phases so only part of the space is out of use at a time.

Does new construction painting need to pass an inspection?

On many commercial build-outs, yes, the painting is part of the broader punch list and final inspection process before the space can open, so timing usually needs to align with other trades finishing up.

New construction and tenant improvement painting for commercial spaces

Painting a brand-new build-out or a tenant improvement (TI) space before a business moves in is a different job than repainting a store, office, or restaurant that's already open and operating. New construction and TI painting happens on an empty shell: bare drywall needs priming, there's usually a paint spec from an architect or property manager to follow, and the work coordinates around other trades still finishing electrical, flooring, or ceiling work on the same schedule.

Repainting an occupied commercial space, by contrast, has to work around business hours, existing furniture and equipment, and minimizing downtime, which usually means evening, overnight, or weekend scheduling.

Both fall under commercial painting, but a contractor quoting a new construction or TI job will plan for different logistics, materials, and inspection sign-offs than one quoting a repaint of a space that's already in daily use.

What it costs

Pricing is driven by total square footage, the number of coats and paint spec required (architects and property managers often specify particular sheens or VOC-compliant products), and how tightly the painting has to be scheduled around other trades finishing the space. Occupied-space repaints add a premium for after-hours or weekend scheduling to avoid disrupting business.

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2. Robinson's Painting & Home Improvement LLC
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FAQ

Who provides the paint colors and specs for a new construction commercial job?: Usually the architect, general contractor, or property manager provides a paint spec (colors, sheens, sometimes specific product lines) that the painting contractor follows, rather than the painter choosing colors independently.
Can commercial repainting be done without closing the business?: Yes, this is common. It's typically scheduled for evenings, overnights, or weekends, and done in phases so only part of the space is out of use at a time.
Does new construction painting need to pass an inspection?: On many commercial build-outs, yes, the painting is part of the broader punch list and final inspection process before the space can open, so timing usually needs to align with other trades finishing up.

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