Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Nick and team painted our white trim with SW Emerald paint..looks great. Great price for solid work!"
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Customers say: True professional
"Paul?s Ideal Painting painted the interior of my home and did an amazing job. The work was clean, detailed, and very professional from start to finish. Everything was prepped properly, and the final result looks perfect. Highly recommend"
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1991
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Warranties offered
"WOW 1 Day Painting Metro Detroit did an excellent job. The only challenge was Mother Nature... Jason was very good to work with on scheduling as we had to postpone a couple times due to poor weather, but it worked out well. Daniel and his team did a stellar job and clean up. I am very please and so happy..! I highly recommend WOW Painting and will use these folks again for other projects."
Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2006
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Warranties offered
"They did an excellent job, the paint looks amazing. But we were also impressed with their attention to detail with caulking and protecting our windows and brick before painting. They were fast and cleaned up afterwards. Would definitely hire them again."
Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2013
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Emergency services offered
"Pasco did an absolutely fantastic job painting the entire interior of our house. Great communication and great work for a great price. HIGHLY recommended!"
+124
Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"James was outstanding and did everything he quoted and was on time for the quote, power washing and paint job. He was east to work with and even did more work than he quoted and save us from having to paint one wall ourselves. We did the lower part of the house and he did the upper parts, dormers and chimney. I only wish we had more painting needing to be done because I will be going back to him and in the future. I will definitely refer my family and friends to have James quite for their painting projects. A++++ in my book."
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Customers say: Quick response
"Hiring contractors can be stressful but EA painting has made this a good experience from everything from: quality, cost, professionalism, timely, etc. They arrived on time, cost was very competitive (we priced out with four painters), quality of work was great and they were very respectful and nice. They are finishing up with our job tomorrow and I am already thinking of having them paint additional work for us in future. Would recommend and use them again. Thanks!"
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1988
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"This team is a well oiled machine that worked smoothly and efficiently. They can provide an alternative colour palatte upon request for all paints and stains."
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Emergency services offered
"The owner and the whole team at Kodra Painting did an amazing job. They painted my kitchen and I couldnâ t be happier. I already told all my friends and family. Canâ t wait to use them in the summer for some exterior painting."
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Serving Auburn Hills, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1985
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"This is the third time we've used Somerset Painting and I will continue to use them and recommend them to others. They first stained our banister, then painted our entire interior, and now our basement. We've had a different team of painters each time and each team was prompt, professional, performed quality work, and were trustworthy. We have been completely satisfied with each project and felt they were very fair with their pricing. Thank you Somerset Painting!"
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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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