Old World Painting brings a craftsman-first philosophy to every residential and commercial painting project across Greater Philadelphia. Owner Apostoli Matsikas and Project Manager DJ Dorsey lead in-house crews through interior repaints, full exterior transformations, kitchen cabinet refinishing, deck staining, plaster ceiling restoration, and light carpentry. The team regularly works on homes spanning 100 to 200 years of age, navigating layered wallpaper, settling cracks, and aging wood trim with hands-on rolling and brushing rather than spray techniques.
Customers in Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties, along with Philadelphia neighborhoods like East Falls, Chestnut Hill, and Jenkintown, describe thorough surface preparation, daily communication from the owner, and crews who leave work areas clean at the end of each visit. Repeat clients return for multi-phase projects, citing transparent pricing and the willingness to coach homeowners through color selection.
Updated: 06-03-2026
Reviewers consistently highlight the team's thorough prep work on aging homes. Susan W described how the crew "inspects and sands the walls and properly re-plasters any damage" before rolling and brushing, avoiding spray techniques entirely. John Grube's 80-year-old home had walls that had been wallpapered multiple times, and the team identified the underlying flaws and provided a reasonable upgrade proposal. Kelly Raskauskas noted the crew was "meticulous in finding and replacing rotted boards, trim" before exterior painting could begin.
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Communication is the most frequently cited strength across reviews. Ziggy Whitman described "direct contact with the owner, proactive correspondence on his part, including group texting" to coordinate schedules. B G found Apostoli "reliable, checked in with us, and always made himself available for a call." Patrick Printz called him a "thoughtful collaborator" who shared his experience to guide decisions rather than simply executing requests. Multiple reviewers note the owner operates outside standard business hours.
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Several reviews describe how the team navigates surprises. Christopher B. recalled that Apostoli's crew "uncovered about four layers of wallpaper" in the dining room and handled the extra work while still delivering "amazing" results. Elizabeth Mark's 100-year-old home had significant plaster damage from a roof leak, and the team "took the time to closely review the rooms, identify where there might be challenges, and then offered solutions." John Grube received a reasonable upgrade proposal when hidden wall damage was found.
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Several customers have returned for additional work. Mary Jo Shields wrote that this was the "second time I've used Old World Painting and will do so in the future." dorothy childers, also a repeat client, praised Apostoli's patience and noted the team handled extra carpentry to ensure seamless results. Elizabeth Mark planned a third project after two successful interior jobs, and Emily Klinger was already looking forward to phase two after a basement painting.
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Lynn Meaney noted the crew was "impeccably clean and detailed" and moved all furniture back to its original position. Sabrina McGurrin described painters who "quietly took off faceplates, lowered ceiling lamps and moved duct covers" before beginning work. Dan Luner emphasized they "showed up on time, kept things clean, and made the whole process stress-free." Luke Sullivan credited five crew members by name for their steady, professional work on a 100-year-old garage.
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Two negative reviews exist. Hakan Bezek left a 1-star rating, and the owner responded that the company had never worked with him and requested removal. Pankaj Kalra described a wood-trim dispute, and the owner responded with a detailed explanation of the original scope, the aging wood conditions, and an offer to repaint repairs free of charge once carpentry was completed. Both responses demonstrate willingness to address concerns publicly and propose resolutions.
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The company name itself reflects an old-world craftsmanship ethos. Jen J. from Angi praised a "stellar" paint job on a 200-year-old home, noting they "clearly know their way around" older properties. Ron Scinto valued the "historic color guidance Apostoli offered" for his home in Black Rock. Jane Rondepierre, an artist and designer with high standards, found the team's ceiling replastering "perfect." The team uses traditional rolling and brushing over spray methods, respecting the character of period architecture.
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Updated: 06-03-2026