Best Paint Deals Near Me
Thinking of painting your own home but don’t want to spend a fortune on paint? You’re not alone. Whether you’re freshening up a bedroom or tackling an entire home interior, we’ve got some real-world tips to help you save money—without sacrificing quality.
Table of Contents
- Watch for Paint Sales (Seriously, They’re Worth It)
- Sign Up for Rewards Programs
- Ask About Mistints (The Secret Paint Rack)
- Leverage Contractor Pricing (Yes, Even as a Homeowner)
- Buy in Bulk When It Makes Sense
- Don’t Skimp on Quality—It Pays Off
- Prep Smart to Stretch Every Gallon
- Cost Comparison Chart
- Final Thoughts
Watch for Paint Sales
Sherwin-Williams and JC Licht (a local Benjamin Moore retailer in Chicagoland) regularly run sales throughout the year. These deals often offer 30–40% off, and yes—sometimes they match contractor pricing.
📍 Sherwin-Williams Sales 📍 JC Licht (Benjamin Moore)
Follow their social media pages or visit their websites to stay in the loop. Some of the best sales happen around holidays or early spring.
Sign Up for Rewards Programs
Give your email to Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore stores, and you’ll get notified about sales, coupons, and loyalty discounts. These emails can unlock prices close to (or even equal to) what we pay as contractors.
Ask About Mistints (The Secret Paint Rack)
Every paint store has a mistint rack—where they stock gallons of paint that were tinted incorrectly or returned. We’ve scored premium paint for $10 a gallon from these sections.
🟡 Pro Tip: Crystal Lake’s Sherwin-Williams is a training store—they tend to have more mistints than others. Call ahead and ask what they’ve got!
Leverage Contractor Pricing
If you’ve worked with a painter or contractor in the past (like us 😉), ask if they can order paint for you under their account. We do this often for friends and family—you still pay for the paint, but benefit from our bulk pricing.
🧠 Example: We’ve ordered paint for family in Ohio through Sherwin-Williams in Illinois—contractor perks apply nationally.
Buy in Bulk When It Makes Sense
If you’re doing ceilings or large spaces, buying in 5-gallon buckets is often cheaper per gallon than buying individual cans.
📐 Rule of thumb: 4 gallons ≈ 1 five-gallon bucket in price. If you’re already close, just go big—you’ll have leftovers for touch-ups anyway.
Don’t Skimp on Quality—It Pays Off
Yes, premium paint costs more upfront, but it covers better and lasts longer. That means:
- Fewer coats
- Less paint used overall
- Better finish
🎯 One gallon of Emerald or Regal may cover more—and better—than two gallons of bargain-basement paint. And don’t even get us started on white paints. (Actually, we did: Here’s our blog on white paint struggles).
Prep Smart to Stretch Every Gallon
Prep is everything. If your walls are patched, primed, and clean, your paint will go further. Dirty or unprimed surfaces soak up paint like a sponge—and that’s money down the drain.
📌 Planning to paint white? Prime first. Always. Most whites have less titanium dioxide these days, so they don’t cover well without help.
Cost Comparison Chart
| Paint Type | Avg. Cost | Coverage | Ideal For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contractor-Grade Flat | $20–$30 | 250–300 sq ft | Ceilings, low-traffic walls | Cheap, but usually needs 2+ coats |
| Mid-Tier Latex | $35–$45 | 300–350 sq ft | Bedrooms, rentals | OK for budget projects |
| Premium (Regal, Emerald) | $60–$75 | 350–450 sq ft | Main areas, higher-end homes | Covers better, lasts longer |
| Mistints | $5–$15 | Varies | Playrooms, closets | Huge savings, limited color choice |
Final Thoughts
Saving money on paint isn’t just about snagging a sale—it’s about choosing smarter. Whether it’s knowing when to buy, what brand to trust, or how to prep your surfaces, these tips can save you real money and frustration.
🎨 Want more painting tips? Check out our YouTube channel or shoot us a message with your questions—we love turning your paint problems into practical solutions.
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