Historic renovation and painting for older buildings
Older buildings need specialized knowledge to preserve their character while adding modern protection.
- California license #1010296
- Seven Bohemian Best Of awards
- Free, no-obligation estimates
Respecting the past, protecting the future
Victorian trim, old-growth wood siding and century-old churches can't be treated like new construction. They need gentle, careful prep, colors that suit the period, and finishes that protect the original materials instead of trapping moisture.
From Victorian homes in Santa Rosa to coastal cottages in Bodega Bay and heritage buildings like Saint Teresa of Avila Church in Bodega, Coy Brown Painting is trusted for respectful, detailed restoration.
What's included
- Historical color matching
- Delicate surface prep
- Wood restoration
- Compliant finishing systems
- Ornate trim and detail work
- Victorian and period homes
- Churches and heritage buildings
- Lodges and timber buildings
How we approach a historic renovation
Every project starts with a free, no-obligation estimate and ends with a clean site and a final walk through.
Study the building
We look closely at the materials, existing finishes and details that give the building its character.
Choose colors and products
We help you choose period-appropriate colors and finishes suited to older materials.
Careful prep and repair
We prepare surfaces gently and restore damaged wood rather than replacing details where possible.
Detailed finishing
Trim, ornament and siding are painted with the care the building deserves.
Historic renovation projects
Victorians, churches, lodges and heritage buildings we've restored and painted. Tap any photo to see it full size.
Saint Teresa of Avila Church, Bodega
Saint Teresa of Avila Church has watched over Bodega since the 1800s and became famous on screen in Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 film. When it was time for a new exterior, our crew prepped and repainted the historic wood church, using a boom lift to reach all the way to the cross at the top of the steeple.
The makeover was covered by The Press Democrat.
Historic renovation across the North Bay
Based in Santa Rosa, our crews work throughout Sonoma, Marin and Napa counties, with projects as far as Bodega Bay, San Francisco and the East Bay.
- Santa Rosa
- Petaluma
- San Rafael
- Napa
- Bodega Bay
- Sonoma County
- Marin County
- Napa County
- San Francisco
- East Bay
Common questions
Do you work on Victorian homes?
Yes. We regularly paint Victorian and period homes, including ornate trim, turrets and wraparound porches.
Can you match historic colors?
Yes. Historical color matching is part of our service, and we can help you choose colors that suit the age and style of the building.
Do you repair old wood instead of replacing it?
Where possible, yes. We restore damaged wood to keep the original character of the building.
Have you worked on churches and heritage buildings?
Yes, including Saint Teresa of Avila Church in Bodega, whose exterior repaint was covered by The Press Democrat.
What does historic renovation painting include?
Our historic renovation work includes historical color matching, delicate surface prep, wood restoration and detailed finishing of trim and ornament.
Related services
Many projects combine more than one service. See all our services.
