There are many residential and commercial painting franchises to choose from, but LIME Painting® has found several ways to stand out, becoming one of the most sought-after and award-winning brands in the market. By Nancy E. Williams
There are many residential and commercial painting franchises to choose from, but LIME Painting® has found several ways to stand out, becoming one of the most sought-after and award-winning brands in the market.
LIME Painting targets properties valued in the top third of the market, making it the nation’s first and only luxury painting brand, according to the company. The brand’s offerings include more than 40 vetted and standardized residential and commercial services, such as painting, coatings and surface restoration. Combined with its proprietary 10-step production model, LIME Painting yields an average ticket price of $19,414 – almost four times higher than the industry average.
With numbers like those, it’s clear to see that LIME Painting is growing.
“We always look for rock stars to join our ownership network,” said Darrin Crystal, vice president of operations. “The qualifications include being value-driven, hustle-minded and empire builders. That means value-based empire builders who want to dominate the luxury coatings market in their territory.”
So far, 2025 has been a strong year for LIME Painting franchisees. Locations in St. Louis, Missouri, and St. Petersburg, Florida, have added new territories. A new owner in North Miami has come on board, and an existing franchisee, with locations in Colorado and Salt Lake City, has added a third location in Sarasota, Florida.
Keeping that momentum going, Crystal praised Loraine Sanchez – a San Antonio franchisee who won the Women’s Franchise Rock Star Award in April 2025 – as an inspiring leader and dedicated member of the LIME Painting community.
“We are proud of the way we support women at LIME Painting,” said Crystal. “Our Ladies of LIME group is a unique network for women involved with the brand, including owners, employees and wives of owners. The group serves as a safe space for women to discuss their professional experiences, share achievements and support each other within the LIME Painting community.”
LIME Painting was ranked No. 318 in Entrepreneur’s 2025 Franchise 500, a recognition that highlights the brand’s growing influence in the broader franchise industry.
Nancy E. Williams