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J & A Painting Ltd
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Serving Akron, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"I am very happy with the job Jacob has done. My house is big so it wasn't easy. Jacob painted my house and shop in less then a day. He was very kind and courteous. He explained what he was doing for each step he did, even pressure washing my house the day before. He kept a very clean job site and became good friends with my dogs. He even went and bought them snacks. I have never had any contractors be so professional and helpful before. I highly recommend Jacob and his crew for any job you need. I will be calling him in the future for more of my projects I need help with. Thank you again Jacob you did an AMAZING job on my house. P.S. I'm so glad I don't have to look at that horrible blue color anymore.."
Response time30 mins
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Specialists Painting Colorado LLC
5.0(
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Serving Akron, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We take pride in our company's reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n

Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
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Soldier Ink Design
5.0(
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Serving Akron, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Credit card accepted

Soldier Ink Design, we specialize in custom artwork, tailored to your specific design interests. I have been designing for over 20 years. My passion is to create, and to make this world a brighter place, one canvas at a time!

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Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Blank Canvas LA LLC
New to Angi

Serving Akron, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

WE UPHOLD OUR CREATIVE INTEGRITY BY DELIVERING THE HIGHEST QUALITY HAND - PAINTED MURALS FOR OUR CLIENTS. WHETHER SUPPORTING AN EXISTING CAMPAIGN OR DEVELOPING A CUSTOM PROJECT, OUR PROCESS BEGINS WITH A PERSONALIZED DESIGN CONSULTATION. FROM CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT TO PRODUCTION AND FINAL INSTALLATION, WE GUIDE YOU THROUGH EACH STAGE TO ENSURE YOUR VISION IS BROUGHT TO LIFE WITH PRECISION AND IMPACT.\n\n?Everything starts with a blank canvas: unleash your imagination.?

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FAQs for painting projects in Akron, CO

Most homeowners opt for semi-gloss or high-gloss paint to make the baseboards stand out against the walls. If you’d rather keep things subtle, matching the wall sheen with eggshell or satin also works well. When your trim has nicks or dents, reach for a flatter, matte finish—it hides minor imperfections better than a shiny coat.

Stripping old paint from trim costs $1 to $3 per linear foot. Pros use specialized tools and techniques to lift away existing layers without gouging the wood, then prep the surface for a fresh finish. While it adds to your budget, proper removal protects the molding and sets the stage for a smoother, longer-lasting paint job.

Tackling the baseboards first often leads to crisper lines. Painting trim first lets you tape off the boards instead of the walls, so you’re less likely to splatter color where you don’t want it. Any stray marks on the wall get covered when you roll on the final coat, making the whole process faster and tidier.

You can absolutely paint baseboards in place. Leaving them installed avoids the risk of cracking or misaligning the boards when they’re reattached. With thorough cleaning, light sanding, and careful taping, a pro—or an experienced DIYer—can achieve a sharp, factory-smooth finish while saving you the hassle of prying off and reinstalling trim.

Painting almost always beats replacement in cost. Swapping out baseboards runs about $150 in DIY materials or roughly $1,100 with a pro, while repainting costs about $50 in supplies and $1 to $5 per square foot for labor. Unless the boards are warped or severely damaged, a fresh coat delivers the same visual upgrade for a fraction of the price.

Paintable caulk and wood filler are the go-to fixes for nail holes in baseboards. Wood filler sands flush for a glass-smooth surface, while caulk provides a flexible seal that won’t crack as the house settles. Either way, patching those tiny divots before you prime ensures your finished baseboards look seamless.

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