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Avatar for King of the Painters Inc
King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1975

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Warranties offered

"This was an exemplary and professional job. The staff, painters, carpenters and managers were on the job until complete. Constant contact, updates and suggestions. Ernesto, Alberto and Gian were central to the success of this project. They truly are King of the Painters, bar non. Hard workers, diligent worker and professional workers. Work well together and helped each other achieve maximum performance and effect. My wife and I loved the end results and so do my neighbors. Thank you, The King of Painters, a job well done!"
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
The Painting Company, LLC
4.5(
159
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+13 more

Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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Credit card accepted

"Five years later, the Painting Company's job is holding up remarkably well. No peeling, no fading. We still get compliments on how nice the house looks."
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Golden State Paint Service
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint RemovalExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+14 more

Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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"Very professional painting service with great knowledge about what paint would be the most durable and excellent painting skills. Plus, their communication was very good, and I was happy to have them here at our property. My home looks like new now. Would highly recommend this company. You can count on their word and skill for your painting needs. The price we paid was what we were quoted."
Repainted porch and railing
Front entry before power wash, paint and stain
Painting - Exterior Project
New color
Painting - Interior Project

+27

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Ortiz Quality Painting Services
4.8(
111
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+11 more

Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Saul and his crew did an excellent job painting the exterior of our house. They were clean, fast and paid attention to details. They power washed, repaired stucco, caulked all joints, masked, used drop clothes everywhere and painted stucco and trim. All painted lines were sharp and clean. They didn’t even damage any roof tiles. Couldn’t be happier and I highly recommend them."
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+43

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
New Life Painting
4.9(
32
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+12 more

Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1993

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Warranties offered

"Excellent, on time every day, beautiful work, true professionals excellent communication everything completed exactly as described. Steve and his crew were a joy to work with. Need a painter? I highly recommend Steve and New Life Painting."
 Before- Painted Door
 Bedroom- Red Accent
Elegant Dining Room
 After Initial Graining
Dining Room

+6

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Cardiff By The Sea, CA

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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