Interior Painting
Walls, ceilings, trim and millwork finished to gallery-grade smoothness.
Elevated painting from the coastline to the mountains.
Modern Bay Painting delivers refined interior and exterior finishes with craftsmanship, integrity, and an eye for detail.
Licensed · Bonded · Fully Insured CSLB #1146345 Locally Owned
Built on Trust. Finished with Pride.
Painting homes and businesses that shape the community.
At Modern Bay Painting, we deliver refined residential and commercial painting with a focus on quality, longevity, and detail. Every project begins with thoughtful planning, clear communication, and finishes tailored to the character of the space.
With over 25 years of experience serving Santa Cruz and surrounding communities, we create clean, lasting results for coastal homes, modern interiors, historic properties, and commercial spaces alike.
Meet Chad, our founderServices
Crafted for every surface.
Exterior Painting
Coastal-rated coatings engineered for salt air, fog, and California sun.
Cabinet Refinishing
Sprayed factory-quality finishes that transform kitchens and baths.
Luxury Finishes & Color
Limewash, lacquer, and curated palettes guided by professional consultation.
Victorian Restoration
Historic details brought back to life with respect and precision.
Commercial & Property Mgmt
Reliable repaints for offices, storefronts, HOAs, and apartment communities.
Transformations
Honest before. Beautiful after.
A few favorites from our recent portfolio — full restorations, exteriors brought back from weather, and interiors made luminous.
The Founder
Chad — 25 years elevating California homes.
"My goal is simple: to brighten and elevate part of someone's everyday life. We treat every home — modest or magnificent — with the same level of care, integrity, and attention to detail."
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Trusted from the coastline to the mountains.
"Modern Bay transformed our 1890s Victorian with extraordinary care. The detail work on the gingerbread trim is breathtaking."
"Chad's crew is professional, punctual, and meticulous. Our cabinets look factory-new. Worth every dollar."
"We use Modern Bay for all of our pre-market repaints. Our listings show beautifully and sell faster."
Partnership
Real Estate Agents
Pre-market refreshes that help homes show beautifully and sell faster.
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Property Managers
Reliable, scheduled repaints for HOAs, apartments, and rental portfolios.
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General Contractors
A trusted painting subcontractor that respects your timelines and standards.
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Proudly painting from the coastline to the mountains.
Based in Santa Cruz, serving the Monterey Bay, the Santa Cruz Mountains, and beyond.
View all service areas- Santa Cruz
- Aptos
- Soquel
- Scotts Valley
- Capitola
- Watsonville
- Los Gatos
- Santa Clara
- San Jose
- Bonny Doon
- Ben Lomond
- Boulder Creek
- Half Moon Bay
- Carmel-by-the-Sea
Let's Begin
Bring your vision to life.
Schedule a complimentary estimate and color consultation with our team. We'll walk your project, listen to your goals, and deliver a clear, detailed proposal.