Shows that I haven't purchased my own paint in awhile since I've never reviewed Helm. I needed replacement paint for some touchup work at my house. I had the old cans (one was from 11 years ago) and brought them into Helm since that's who my painter had used. They took a quick look (rusty cans were not a deterrent) and said on you need X and Y. And with 15 minutes my colors were mixed and I was checked out and ready to go. Yes, the paint is pricey. 2 cans (one interior semi-gloss and one exterior) set me back $100 BUT the paint lasts. If I wasn't replacing doors, I probably still wouldn't have needed to repaint that back door. Staff was lovely and on it. Plus beaucoup parking out front. They even offered to carry my paint to the car, but I need to practice my Travolta from Saturday Night Fever walk. read more

Shoutout to Keith today for going above and beyond to help me acquire the right products for two different jobs! Sure, I could've gone to Lowe's but there would've been no one to help/guide and answer questions especially as I consider myself a layman at the beginning of my DIY era. Shop small, shop local! read more

This is the preferred paint suppliers my professional painters have used. High quality paint, helpful staff. They keep a database by house of what paint at what blending mixture ! I have even bought arts and crafts small batches and have found Hell to be helpful. Their patience with this, colorblind, customer was appreciated. read more

Good service and exact color mixing. Benjamin Moore paints are the finest I have ever used.

Don't expect Helm Paint to stand behind their advice. They sold me the wrong product to seal my travertine pool deck which ruined the expensive travertine. Joseph, the manager, agreed that they were liable and delivered several containers of a remover, along with scrapers and the tools necessary to remove the inappropriate coating then stiffed the labor when a bill was presented. They just flat out reniged paying the $4,000 labor costs after agreeing to cover the costs. I guess it got too expensive for them considering the "remover" was not strong enough to do the job. Every step of this process was led by Helm Paint's employees and I got stuck with the bill. We all need advice when it comes to projects we are not familiar with and need to be able to trust that advice. DO NOT trust Helm Paint and double check anything they tell you as their advice is useless and expensive. Just a TERRIBLE experience. Buy your paint elsewhere or risk getting stuck with a large bill. read more

I submitted a request for a consult for blinds. Never heard back. I guess my project was too small to bother with.

We have painted more surfaces than I care to think about, and I've bought paint just about every place in town. So I know what I'm talking about when I say this is the best place to get your paint. I almost went to a big box store to get paint to match existing fence boards. Luckily, we came to Helm; otherwise I wouldn't have known that what I was trying to match was not actually paint, but an opaque stain. In other words, they know their stuff, and, they won't sell you what you don't need. Their premium paints are more expensive, but they are absolutely the best on the market. If you don't want to pay for premium, ask about the contractor grade. It's still a superior paint, and the help you'll get on your project particulars from these experts is priceless. Don't hesitate to buy brushes and other supplies here as well. Their pricing is competitive when you compare the same quality as the big boxes. read more

Helm Paint and Supply - Paint Stores Near Me - New Orleans, Louisiana

We brought in a board from a glam bedroom set to match. Austin and Company were very welcoming and friendly. They took their time with us to perfect the closest match as the color was tricky. Their customer service is top notch and they gave a senior discount to our surprise. Don't pass this store up. Super bunch of guys!! read more

Mixed experiences lead to the three star review. This was my first time trying Helm Paint. I called the day before and had a Five Star discussion with an articulate, knowledgeable, and helpful man. Based on the call I went there but had a poor experience with the young man that I encountered. He was not very articulate, knowledgeable, or trying to help me. He told me wrong prices, always lower than what they eventually rang up to be. He was doing just the minimums to get me to go away. He came across as just going through the motions, uncaring, doing just enough to get a check... read more

We properly was sanded to the wood and painted with Ben Moore primer following with two coats lifetime paint. 3 coats total. It started fading in 6 months and was peeling in a year. The owners of Helm actually watched the painting and prep from the next door pub at 4141 St. Charles. They talked the talk, but never helped us at all. Ben Moore paint from Helm started failing within a year, they acknowledged all was done properly, kept saying they'd be helpful and did NOTHING WHATSOEVER. I now forbid any contractors from using Helm or Ben Moore... read more

This by far the best paint store in town. They have Benjamin Moore paint which is as good as it gets as well as all the typical stains and finishes. They also have a great selection of metallic and other decorative paints as well as accessories for faux finishes. Finally, and this is the best, your name and the paint you choose goes into their computer so if you go back and need a bucket of that awesome yellow you painted your kitchen but can't remember the name--they have it. This is especially handy on custom stain and paint mixes which they also do. They will have the proportions in their system as well. Oh and fair pricing as well and great service. Don't go nowhere else , dawlin'. Ya wastin' ya time. read more

Paint my house interior and exterior and Helm paint has the best prices and they were Very good at matching my paint colors.. There is good reason most painting contractors go to here.. the service is far better than Sherman Williams! read more

Very unprofessional. Everyone is always on their phones when I come into the store. Sometimes they are cursing behind the counter; and whoever is working in finance needs a reality check. VERY RUDE and VERY LOUD. read more

I went in to hopefully get some advise on how to paint some furniture, as well as get some good quality paint. Let me tell you... they are awesome over there. I found out some awesome knowledge about a primer that sticks to almost anything without sanding, AND bought some awesome paint. The guy was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. He helped my pick out the paint I needed ad the colors I liked. Also I went back because I made a mistake on the color of paint I wanted and they helped me out in replacing it. I would highly recommend them to everyone! The are busy so just be patient. They will get to you and they are very friendly. Don't let the busyness deter you; they will get to you and treat you well. I will go here from now on. They are Awesome. read more

Am working on a 100 yo oak table for a friend. Was very concerned about matching the stain Went to your Veterans store. Keith wrk with the color till he got it right on,,, Thanks, KEITH GREAT CUSTOMER SERVICE!! read more

After countless trips to home depot, and thousands of dollars spent there on paint, I realized that paying a little extra for super high quality paint goes a LONG way and ends up being cheaper in the long run. stop buying paint from the big box stores and get it here now. read more

All the Helm's Paint stores: Best paint and paint stores by far! They are always so knowledgeable and helpful. Amazing customer service. Too many little things to name. Just above and beyond. Benjamin Moore Paints go on beautifully with a richness of color and excellent coverage and are no more expensive than anything else. read more

By far the best paint & decorating store in the entire New Orleans & surrounding areas.. I hate to bash other companies, but I've done a lot of renovation & painting in my life and I can't think of a more well rounded and knowledgeable company that I've dealt with than Helm Paint. From Sherwin Williams to any big box stores, they all compare in comparison. I was suckered in by the promise of better prices from the other guys, only to find out that I was being price gouged the whole time. For example: I was told by the manager at Sherwin Williams that if I got an account, I'd be given a contractors discount.. But what I didn't know is that their prices were so overly inflated to start that even if they gave me a 50% discount I was still over paying. I went to Helm Paint and told them of my experience with the other guys and to my surprise, I got better service, knowledge, and way better prices without even needing an acct. I will never again shop for my paint at any other place. Hats off to the crew at Helm Paint... They're doing it right! read more

I want to claw my eyes out everytime I go there as I think they make the paint from scratch. And when I say from scratch, I dont mean just mixing it. read more

I'd like to thank Joe Helm. He sponsored 5 gallons of paint and rollers to cover the Grafitti in my neighborhood. It is a constant battle, but what a huge help with staying on top of the problem. You are a good man, who obviously cares about this community. Thank you!!! read more

They wrote "fag" on 4 of my paint cans. Not even kidding, and I have no idea why. There was no problem with my order, no argument, no reason why some employee might have been p!ssed off at me. My friend speculated it may have been because I was asking them to match a color from Lowes called "Lilac Mist," which is a kind of very light gray. I guess that seemed gay to them. I consider this pretty much beyond belief, so I wrote to Benjamin Moore, of which this store is a franchise. No response. Obviously, I will never go back. Go ahead and shop there if you like gratuitous abuse. read more

Great customer service and knowledgeable staff! Its the only paint I use for my business.

Haven't even used the products yet, but the customer service was so great I know I'll be going back!

I couldn't be happier with the service I received at Helm pain on Earhart Blvd. I went in one Friday after work and Mr. Ronnie Helm helped me find a paint color and reassured me that i would be able to tackle the project myself. Sure enough, he was correct. My new Kitchen color is beautiful. Great prices and Great Service. read more

Helm paint is everything you want in a paint store, quality paint, great customer service, and a great sales team that will spend the time with you to determine which type and color of paint will meet your specific needs. I have tried all of the different types of paint from the standard to the specialty Aura. They cover well and the Aura has been really good in the bathrooms. read more