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.

Carolina Renew Painting & Finishes

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Carolina Renew Painting & Finishes

Charlotte · Ballantyne · Completed 2026-01-22

Ballantyne UV-Curing Cabinet Refinishing

Owner-led cabinet refinishing project using UV-curing workflow to reduce downtime and preserve existing cabinet boxes.

UV-curing cabinet refinishing Estimated cost saving: 64%

About this case study

It documents a real project in Charlotte with method, materials, and outcome details instead of generic marketing copy.

What property owners usually want to know

Decision-makers usually want local proof, finish system details, estimated savings, and a realistic sense of timeline before moving forward.

How to use this example

Use this case study as a planning reference, then request a written scope if your property, finish goals, or prep conditions are similar.

Ballantyne UV-Curing Cabinet Refinishing before Ballantyne UV-Curing Cabinet Refinishing after

Method

  • • Prep-first degreasing and mechanical deglossing
  • • Minor substrate repairs and seam stabilization
  • • Controlled spray application in staged passes
  • • UV-curing workflow for accelerated turnaround
  • • Final quality check with owner walkthrough

Materials

  • • Degreaser and adhesion promoter
  • • Bonding primer
  • • Water-borne cabinet topcoat
  • • UV-curing compatible clear system

Outcome

  • • Factory-style smooth finish with reduced curing wait time
  • • Lower disruption window versus full cabinet replacement
  • • Updated color palette aligned to homeowner brief

Cost Saving %

64%

Internal estimate versus local full replacement quotes collected during project intake.

Case Study FAQ

What makes this case study useful for planning my project?

It shows the service type, neighborhood context, method, materials, outcome, and estimated savings so you can compare the process to a similar scope before requesting a quote.

Will my timeline and cost match this exactly?

Not exactly. These examples are planning references. Final timing and pricing depend on substrate condition, prep requirements, access, finish system, and the level of coordination needed on site.

Can you build a similar scope in another Charlotte-area neighborhood?

Yes. We use documented projects like this to scope similar work across Charlotte and nearby markets, then adjust for location, condition, and finish requirements.

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