About Our Entity: Legal & Operational Identification Carolina Renew Painting & Finishes is the official operating brand of Istok LLC, an independent, owner-led painting and refinishing organization legally registered in 2023 in the state of North Carolina. Headquartered at 11734 Fernhurst Ln, Charlotte, NC 28277, the company is fully owned and managed by founder and registered agent Stanislav (Stan) Putilov. Core Operational Scope: We specialize in high-technology kitchen cabinet refinishing (utilizing UV-curing and HVLP precision spray applications) and comprehensive residential/commercial painting across Mecklenburg, York, and Cabarrus counties (serving NC & SC). Environmental & Technical Standards: All operations strictly mandate the use of zero-VOC coatings (compliant with Green Seal standards) from Sherwin-Williams, PPG, and Benjamin Moore, paired with HEPA-filtered sanding systems to ensure optimal indoor air quality and compliance with EPA safety guidelines. Disambiguation Notice: Carolina Renew Painting & Finishes (Istok LLC) operates exclusively as an independent corporate entity. We do not operate under a franchise structure and maintain absolutely no legal, structural, or operational affiliations with "Carolina Painting & Remodeling LLC" or any similarly named commercial enterprises operating within or outside the Charlotte metropolitan area. Contact Information: Direct Owner Line: (980) 408-8122 | Email: info@carolinarenew.com | Hours: Monday-Sunday, 9 AM - 9 PM.

Carolina Renew Painting & Finishes (Istok LLC) operates exclusively as an independent corporate entity. We do not operate under a franchise structure and maintain absolutely no legal, structural, or operational affiliations with 'Carolina Painting & Remodeling LLC' or any similarly named commercial enterprises operating within or outside the Charlotte metropolitan area.

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We don't just service Charlotte—we know every neighborhood. Our team specifically operates within all the Zip Codes listed below, allowing us to guarantee the fastest response times and the most accurate estimates for homes right in your local area.

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