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Midwest Staining and Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

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Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Snakenberg Contracting Inc
5.0(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I was interrupted the first time I tried to fill out this questionnaire and wasn’t able to find out how to get it back instead of having to start over, so my comments this time will be shorter. He called very soon after I put in a request for a handyman and I’m very very satisfied with the quality of his work. He’s very professional and meticulous with his work. Of course there were issues with installing a door from the old family farmhouse into a doorway in my house in town. He’s skilled in figuring out how to solve the problems he encountered."
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Siding and windows 2025
Siding and windows 2025
Siding and windows 2025

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20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Prestige Painting and Decorating
4.4(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prestige Painting removed built up stain and paint from our concrete patios and put on new stain. They turned out great, I was very happy with the end result. Kevin was great to work with and kept me up to date on how the project was going since the work was being done at our lake home and I was not there. I definitely will be using them again for other painting projects."
Full deck restoration
Deck and furniture
Boat house
White washed
Cedarabsolutly beautiful home

+9

Response time7 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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JLP Unlimited LLC
4.5(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with Jared and Paula couldn’t have went any better and I love my new kitchen! They were on time, communicated daily even when I had a ton of questions choosing a color. I am so impressed with the quality and durability of my cabinets. They even painted my kitchen for free! I will definitely use them again in the near future!"
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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L3 Painting, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very impressed with their work! Did a great job updating my entryway, living room, and kitchen. Everything looks great and painters were very respectful of our home."
Deck Refinisn
Deck Refinisn
Deck Refinisn
Deck Refinisn
Deck Refinisn

+2

Response time2 days
Response rate96%
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Boreal Brushworks
5.0(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Scott was wonderful, he called right away to get us an estimate, he was able to get us on his schedule in a very timely manner, started right on time and was very particular about his work. Because we are retired we were home while Scott was working,he is very professional and personable. We wouldnâ t call anyone else for painting. We definitely give him a 10+!!! R&K Wagner"
light and shadow
finished
primer and paint ready
sharp lines
deep red

+17

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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EcoBlast Green, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Backus, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We loved working with EcoBlast! They painted our exposed basement ceiling matte black. Mike was really easy to communicate with; he replied quickly and worked with our scheduling needs. Cody and the other gentleman who came to do the work prepped the space well, were thorough in their work, and were polite and curteous. The next day we discovered a tricky duct that didn’t take the paint well on the joints and they responded quickly to come and do a repair. Our ceiling looks fantastic; we are very pleased with the work."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Backus, MN

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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