About 216Pintura
When a century-old cedar-sided home needs more than a quick coat of paint, the difference between a lasting finish and peeling regret comes down to preparation. 216 Pintura, a Cleveland-based painting team led by Alex Rodas, has built its reputation on solving exactly that problem. Since 2020, the crew handles residential and commercial projects across Greater Cleveland's west side, from full-home exteriors in Rocky River to kitchen cabinet transformations in Fairview Park.
The approach leans heavily on surface prep, with crews spending days on sanding, caulking, and priming before a brush touches the wall. Interior work spans bedrooms, basements, and hallways, while the cabinet refinishing side has become a signature service, turning dated oak and tired laminate into factory-fresh finishes.
Alex, alongside painters Juan and Alfonso, runs an in-house operation rather than brokering jobs to subcontractors. That hands-on structure means the person who quotes the project is the same person overseeing the final walkthrough, a detail that shows up repeatedly in how customers describe the experience.
Updated: 05-21-2026
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How does 216 Pintura handle the prep work that most painters skip or rush through?
Prep is where this crew separates itself. Sean G described a project on a 95-year-old cedar house where the team spent an entire week on preparation before picking up a paintbrush, including pressure washing, caulking, and surface repair. Connected PT & Wellness noted similar care on aluminum awnings, where Alex pressure washed everything and sealed holes before painting. Rebecca Carte's 1911 home received extensive prep plus carpentry, including staining a ceiling patch and replacing a broken porch banister cap. The pattern across projects is consistent with no shortcuts on the front end.
What makes the cabinet refinishing process different from a standard repaint?
Cabinet work requires a different level of precision than wall painting, and customers describe results that look factory-applied rather than brushed on. Allison Batt noted that the team painted cabinets with diligent care and many coats while preserving black trim detail. Julie Schaefer Doskocz said her old oak cabinets came out looking brand new. Don Carlson called the spray-painted woodwork amazingly beautiful and like new. Luke Staab also mentioned that 216 Pintura provided a color consultation expert for his cabinet project.
Can 216 Pintura handle large-scope interior projects without dragging the timeline?
Multiple customers confirm fast turnaround on sizable jobs. Kyle Williams had a boys room, living room, kitchen, upstairs, plus all trim painted in under five days. Liz Palma had nearly her entire home painted in five business days. Julia Brookover had three rooms done in a single day, all in dark colors requiring three coats. Michelle Burgess had an entire basement finished including walls, ceiling, and trim. Joan Mcauliffe noted the crew put in 10-hour days.
How responsive is Alex when project details or timelines need to change?
Flexibility comes up frequently. Jason Strike described changing project details and start dates multiple times, noting the crew was very patient and able to work around his schedule. Liz Palma changed her timeframe several times due to other construction, and Alex was considerate and understanding, even returning months later to finish painting around a newly installed door. Shannon Ramdhan highlighted the check-in text the first evening to confirm everything was going well.
Does 216 Pintura handle older homes with challenging exteriors?
Older homes are a recurring project type. Sean G's 95-year-old cedar house, B FR's 80-plus-year-old home, marcia hall's 100-year-old house getting its cedar siding painted for the first time, and Rebecca Carte's 1911 home with carpentry repairs all demonstrate comfort with aging materials. The exterior painting page also features Amarilis Garcia-Wright's aluminum-sided home where Alex replaced rotted wood before painting.
What do customers say about how the crew treats their home during the project?
Respect for the living space is a consistent theme. George Easton noted the crew did a great job protecting surfaces and furniture. Heidi Nicklaus Saganey described them prepping the home and protecting furniture and possessions. Jose Jacobo emphasized that every night they cleaned up after themselves. Julie Schaefer Doskocz said the team was great with her kids and crazy dog. Joy Krankowski trusted them to paint while her family was on vacation.
Is 216 Pintura a licensed and registered business in Ohio?
Ohio does not require a state-level painting contractor license. The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board covers only electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration trades. Cleveland explicitly exempts painting from permit requirements. 216 Pintura LLC is registered with the Ohio Secretary of State as Entity No. 4817727, filed February 11, 2022, with Active status.
-Verification Sources: Ohio Secretary of State Business Search, Ohio CILB, Cleveland Dept. of Building & Housing