At Tejas Contractors, Inc., we believe that every interior space is an opportunity — a blank canvas with potential to become something impressive, functional, and lasting. With decades of experience in commercial construction and tenant improvements, our team specializes in delivering turnkey solutions across drywall installation, painting, acoustical systems, interior design, and full-scale renovation. From initial planning through final punch-list, we manage the process with precision, care, and an eye for quality.
In this article, we’ll unpack our approach to a full-service interior build-out, highlight key services, examine recent project work in drywall, painting, acoustical and interior design/renovation, and explain why partnering with us ensures you get more than just “walls and paint” — you get an environment built to perform and impress.
Why Choose Tejas Contractors
A Single Source for Interior Finishes
Commercial projects often involve multiple trades — drywallers, painters, acoustical ceiling installers, interior designers, and finish carpenters. We simplify the process. By offering all major interior finish trades under one roof, we provide:
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Streamlined coordination (fewer hand-offs, fewer misunderstandings)
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Consistent workmanship and material standards across trades
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A unified schedule and budget framework, reducing the risk of delays or cost overruns
Deep Experience in Commercial and Retail Build-Outs
Since our founding in 1987, our company has focused on commercial interior construction — especially retail, office, and tenant improvement markets. We understand the constraints of schedule, the importance of finish quality, and the value of a well-executed space in generating business performance for our clients.
Full‐Service from Frame to Finish
Our offerings cover the entire finish stage: from drywall framing and installation, through acoustical ceiling systems, interior painting and coatings, to design considerations that drive brand identity and occupant experience. See our detailed breakdown of services here: Our Services and explore our completed work in the Portfolio section.
Focus on Quality, Durability and Aesthetics
Commercial interiors must look great — and hold up under use. That means selecting the right drywall systems, moisture‐resistant assemblies, proper acoustical solutions, high-performance paints and coatings, and design elements that combine form and function. We take the extra step to ensure long-term performance, not just short-term appearance.
Our Core Service Areas
1. Drywall Installation & Finish
Drywall is the backbone of any interior fit-out. Our drywall services include: metal stud framing, gypsum board installation, fire-rated assemblies, point-load ceilings, taping and finishing, wall assemblies for tenant improvements, surface repair, and specialty substrates.
We ensure that wall conditions are plumb and true, joints are properly finished (no telegraphing), and the substrate is ready for paints, wall coverings, or other finishes. In retail and office situations, we deliver tight tolerances and clean transitions between rooms, maximizing the visual impact of the final space.
2. Acoustical Ceilings & Acoustic Treatments
In today’s commercial build-outs, acoustics matter — open offices, retail spaces, and restaurants all contend with noise, echo, and occupant comfort. Our acoustical services include: suspended acoustical ceilings, direct-applied acoustical finish systems, acoustic wall treatments, sound isolation walls and ceilings, and integrated lighting or HVAC coordination.
By installing the right systems and coordinating trades correctly, we help create spaces that not only look good, but sound good.
3. Painting & Coatings
A fresh coat of paint can dramatically transform a space — but commercial painting requires more than picking a color. We offer: surface preparation, elastomeric coatings, high-performance commercial paints, decorative finish options, and full interior painting after other trades are complete.
We handle the entire paint sequence, from priming drywall, coordinating with HVAC/lights, to final finish and clean-up.
4. Interior Design & Renovation
Whether you’re updating an existing space or building new, how the space is configured, how finishes flow, how lighting, flooring, wall surfaces, and ceiling heights interact — it all matters. Our interior design and renovation services include space planning, finish selection, coordination of MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) interfaces, tenant upgrades, and full interior refurbishing.
Our complete approach is shown in our portfolio — we don’t just build walls, we build environments.
Highlighted Project Snapshots
Project A – High-End Retail Storefront
Scope: Tenant-improvement for a flagship retail location.
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Full metal stud and drywall system with fire-rated walls between storage and public areas.
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Suspension of acoustical ceilings throughout public space, back-of-house, and employee zones, with integrated lighting and speakers.
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Painting of all surfaces with brand-specific colors, including decorative accent walls and high-traffic zones with durable finishes.
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Interior design touch: custom wall panels, integrated display niches, sleek transitions between ceiling zones and floor zones.
Outcome: Delivered on schedule, the finished space reflected the brand’s aesthetic — crisp, modern, clean lines — while the acoustical solution improved ambient noise levels in a high-energy shopping environment.
Project B – Large Office Fit-Out
Scope: Conversion of a 20,000 sq ft shell into a multi-tenant office space with coworking facility.
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Framing and drywall for private offices, conference rooms, and open-plan collaborative zones.
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Acoustical ceilings installed with varying heights, including open grid systems in lounge areas and splayed cloud-ceiling panels in meeting rooms for improved acoustics.
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Painting of primary and accent walls, floor-to-ceiling glass walls flanked by drywall and painted surfaces, color-coded by department.
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Renovation elements included new reception area, break-out rooms, and interior finishes that support modern upscale workplace aesthetics.
Outcome: The project turned a generic shell into a bespoke, premium workplace environment — with high-end finishes, a cohesive design language, and acoustic comfort for occupants.
Project C – Restaurant Interior Renovation
Scope: Interior renovation of an existing restaurant space, including wall re-configuration, acoustical upgrades, and complete finish overhaul.
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Removal of existing partitions, replacement with new drywall and sound-reducing assemblies between dining and bar zones.
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Acoustical treatments included textured wall panels and ceiling baffles to improve voice clarity and reduce reverberation.
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Painting of walls and ceilings with high-traffic coatings, custom murals, and accent color zones to reflect brand identity.
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Full interior design refresh: new lighting, upgraded finishes, layout improvements, and integration of acoustical design for enhanced dining experience.
Outcome: The finished restaurant gained a premium feel, acoustical performance improved guest comfort, and the paint/finish package elevated the ambiance — supporting increased dwell time and guest satisfaction.
The Tejas Difference: What Sets Us Apart
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Integrated Teamwork: Because we manage drywall, acoustical, painting, and interior renovation services under one roof, you avoid the fragmentation common in multi-subcontractor setups.
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Design‐Informed Construction: We don’t just follow drawings — we offer input on constructability, finish compatibility, acoustical implications, and timeline-sensitive coordination.
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Quality Focus: From properly installed gypsum board to seamless taping, from correct ceiling suspension to high-performance paint application, the details matter.
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Schedule & Budget Conscious: Commercial tenant improvements often have aggressive schedules. Our organized approach keeps you on track.
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Full Transparency: We provide clear scopes, material choices, phases, and quality checkpoints — helping you know exactly what you’re getting and when.
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Post‐completion Support: Once you hand the space over, we stand behind our work and help with any finish adjustments or warranty service.
How We Work with Clients: Our Process
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Initial Consultation & Scope Definition
We meet with you to understand your brand, your schedule, your budget, and your functional requirements. We discuss whether you need only finish work (drywall/paint) or a full interior renovation. -
Design Coordination & Pre-construction
– Review architectural drawings, interior design intent, mechanical/electrical layout.
– Select materials: drywall type, acoustical ceiling panels, paint/finish systems.
– Develop schedule: sequencing drywall → ceilings → painting → finish work.
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Construction & Trade Coordination
– Drywall framing and board installation begins.
– Acoustical ceiling systems installed once the rough MEP overhead is complete.
– Surface preparation and painting begin.
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Quality Assurance & Final Finish
– We inspect drywall joints, ceiling suspension alignment, paint uniformity, and finish interface details.
– We punch out issues, coordinate cleaning, and perform final inspections.
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Post-occupancy Support
– We remain available for warranty items, touch-ups, or future phase roll-out.
– Our goal is not just a great finish, but a satisfied client and a space that continues to perform.
Why Our Services Matter for Commercial Interiors
In today’s commercial real estate climate, the interior environment plays an outsized role in brand perception, occupant comfort, leasing velocity, and long-term value. Key considerations:
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Drywall and wall systems determine spatial configuration, flexibility for future changes, and fire and acoustic performance.
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Acoustical ceilings and treatments impact occupant health, productivity, and noise levels — particularly important in open-plan offices, retail, or hospitality settings.
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Painting and coatings influence aesthetics, durability, and ease of maintenance.
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Interior design and renovation translate brand identity into physical space, driving occupant experience and customer retention.
By offering all four disciplines—drywall, acoustical, painting, and interior renovation—Tejas Contractors positions our clients for success across functionality, aesthetics, and long-term value.
Why Our Portfolio Speaks for Itself
We invite you to explore our project gallery via the Portfolio section of our website. Each project reveals how we integrate trades, manage finishes, and deliver on time. Case studies demonstrate our adaptability — whether completely new fit-outs or challenging renovation deadlines in occupied spaces.
We’ve completed projects such as specialty retail build-outs with complex ceiling geometries, multi-tenant office spaces with demanding floor-plate needs, and high-end hospitality interiors requiring durability without sacrificing design intent. These examples showcase our mastery in drywall and acoustical systems, our painting and coating finesse, and our capability to coordinate full interior changes.
A Closer Look: Drywall + Painting + Acoustical + Interior Design In Action
Drywall: Foundation of Finish
In one retail project, we constructed a 10,000 sq ft tenant space with a perimeter of fire-rated walls, display alcoves, and custom infills. Our drywall team coordinated structural penetrations, sprinkler drops, and lighting rough-ins to deliver flat, smooth surfaces ready for finish. We used high-impact drywall in back-of-house zones to withstand equipment movement. The result: clean visual planes, crisp edge conditions, and no remediation required post-occupancy.
Acoustical: Comfort and Clarity
In an open-plan office project, we installed suspended acoustical ceiling tile systems in the general work zone and ceiling cloud panels in the collaboration rooms. Sound-absorbing wall panels flanked the conference room glass walls to control reverberation. The outcome was a spatial environment where speech flowed better, ambient noise was reduced, and occupant satisfaction improved.
Painting: Durable Aesthetics
In a restaurant renovation, our painting division prepared and coated surfaces in a high-traffic zone with a scrub-resistant commercial paint. Accent walls received a custom mural finish; ceilings got matched tonal paint to mask ductwork and sprinkler heads. The effect: the space looked premium, fit the brand, and held up under heavy use.
Interior Renovation & Design: Bringing It Together
In a boutique office fit-out, we combined finish trades with interior design: the drywall work created island pods and lounge walls; acoustical ceiling islands defined zones; painting reinforced departmental branding; interior design elements like millwork and built-in seating merged seamlessly. The finished environment felt purposeful, branded, and responsive to how the occupants worked.
Sustainability, Safety & Future Considerations
We integrate modern best practices: selecting low-VOC paints, installing acoustical systems that use recycled content, and using drywall assemblies that support future reconfiguration. Safety is paramount: our on-site teams follow stringent protocols, maintain clean job sites, and coordinate with all trades for minimal disruption. Because our work often happens in active commercial settings, we schedule carefully to avoid business interruption.
How to Get Started with Tejas Contractors
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Visit our Services page to review our full suite of offerings — drywall, acoustical, painting, interior design, and renovation.
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Contact us to schedule a consultation — we’ll review your space, timeline, and budget, and provide an informed plan.
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Explore our Portfolio to see our completed work and finish standards.
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Let us develop a scope, schedule, and budget, and guide you through design coordination to project completion.
We’re ready to partner with you on your next commercial interior project — whether it’s a retail build-out, office renovation, hospitality refresh, or multi-tenant fit-up. With Tejas Contractors, you’re choosing a team that values craftsmanship, coordination, and end-user experience.
In Closing
Your interior space is more than just walls and ceilings. It’s the environment where your customers engage, where your employees perform, and where your brand lives. By focusing on drywall, acoustical systems, painting, and interior renovation — all under one roof — we help you create spaces that not only look great, but function effectively, deliver value, and stand the test of time.
Thank you for considering Tejas Contractors, Inc. We look forward to collaborating with you on your next project and bringing your vision to life with craftsmanship, coordination, and quality.
For inquiries or to schedule your initial consultation, please contact us directly. Together, let’s build interiors that make a difference.
