Why Us

We’ve been in business since 1983. We pride ourselves on making sure your paint needs are not only met, but exceeded.

Our areas of expertise include, but are not limited to, epoxy coatings, rust encapsulation or prevention, floor preparation and coatings, low odor coatings for hospitals, schools, and restaurants, high performance coatings for manufacturing facilities, and waterproofing systems. Knowing the right product for the right situation is paramount to a successful job. If you don’t know what to use, we can also specify the products for your project. If you need technical advice, don’t hesitate to contact us and our technical expert can assess your personal situation and provide the information you need.

Minority Business Owner, OSHA Certified, Licensed and Insured
Quality you can Trust

David Tillem

Owner, Watergate Painting

David Tillem has been in business for over 39 years. David’s experience began as a structural steel painter, with a resume of painting the Matthews Bridge, Jacksonville, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, Annapolis, Maryland and other various structural steel projects. David played a key role in developing an industrial line for Benjamin Moore & Company. David’s wealth of knowledge in industrial, commercial, and residential coatings is well respected in the painting community throughout the area.

Darlene Tillem

Owner, Watergate Painting

Darlene Tillem has over 39 years’ experience in the paint industry, Darlene has been involved with Watergate Painting full time since 2000. Prior to that she was the Administrative Assistant to the Sales Department for Benjamin Moore & Co. while maintaining the bookkeeping, materials manager and office for Watergate. She became President in 2003 and became a certified minority for the State of Florida in 2013. Her hands-on approach, along with her husband, has made the company the success that it is today.

We offer flexible appointments to meet YOUR schedule.

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904-725-1949