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Noren's Deluxe Pro Painting
5.0(
21
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great! Noreen’s performed professionally and flawlessly each day until the interior painting was complete. This paint job included prepping and spraying custom interior Millwork trims, as well as ceiling and wall painting. The cut lines were razor sharp. They cleaned up well and even took the Ram Board that was on the floor before they started. This was phase one and they are coming back for phase two."
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Interior Painting Project and cabinets painting
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+327

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Rubumco Painting
5.0(
184
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have nothing but good things to say about Rubumco Painting. We found them to be prompt, responsive, friendly, careful and thorough. We have a lot of wood fencing on landscaped acreage. Although we had trimmed back plants from touching the fence, these guys were so careful about plantings, draping them in coverings for protection. Part of the fence and garden area have panels of galvanized hog wire with wood trim, and I watched as they painstakingly masked off the hog wire everywhere so it didnâ t get painted. Amazing! The guys also stained a massive cedar arbor on the front of the house. Thank goodness they questioned the color I had chosen, and showed me the actual paint stain color. In reality, the color I picked was a garish orange! The guys were so patient with me and really helped to find the color I was going for. This is not our first time using Rubumco, as they also painted our homeâ s exterior, as well as the interior, several years ago. And Iâ m sure we will use them again on any future jobs. You get what you pay for: they are not the cheapest, but they are reasonable. You are paying for a quality job, customer service, and the knowledge Rubumco brings to the table! They just do it right!"
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 Camano Residence
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+21

Recommended by90%of homeowners
Northwest Accurate Painting, LLC
5.0(
34
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The high ratings did not disappoint. Miguel is very professional and thorough from the quote process to making sure you are satisfied with the end results. We had new railings stained, stairs millwork and wainscoting painted which all turned out beautiful."
COLOR CHANGE TO THIS BEAUTIFUL RAMBLER!
COLOR CHANGE TO THIS BEAUTIFUL RAMBLER!
New Siding = Fresh  Paint!
New Siding = Fresh  Paint!
New Siding = Fresh  Paint!

+37

Response time7 hrs
Response rate85%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Back Country Painting
4.9(
18
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Shawn and his team were great to work with. They painted, in 2018, house interior. We have 18-foot ceilings which made it challenging and they got it done. They painted new kitchen cabinets and 80-year-old hutch. Everything looked great. We will be using them for exterior paint job this summer 2019."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Esclavo Y Amo Painting Llc
5.0(
24
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Mr. Padilla and his crew were Professional and friendly. They scrapped paint in some areas. Nailed & sealed some boards. Then painted the exterior. They did an excellent job. My wife and I love the new paint."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project

+34

Recommended by70%of homeowners
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American Shades, LLC
5.0(
40
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Highly recommend!!! So glad we were found Shawn and American Shades Painting. He is our go to for any painting needs. We couldn’t be happier with the completed work he has done for us. We have used Shawn for full scale exterior and multiple full scale interior work. High quality and extremely fair pricing."
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Before and after kitchen
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Before and after living room

+27

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Paint Per Hue
5.0(
1
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Serving Arlington, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"He was amazing.. Meticulous and detail oriented.. Understood colors and design.. He primed painted and installed new millworkers.. He was always communicating with me .. Very pleasant young man to work with.. I definitely recommend him.."
Front Exterior
Kitchen Remodel
Living Room Flooring
Dining Room Flooring
Kitchen Flooring

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FAQs for painting projects in Arlington, WA

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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