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King of the Painters Inc
4.7(
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Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

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

Recommended by89%of homeowners
The Painting Company, LLC
4.5(
159
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Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Nile Schmidt is a true professional. I had him paint the outside and inside of a rehab I purchased in late 2008. Almost 1 decade later and the paint job has held up very, very well as I had a contractor over recently who thought the work had been done in the last 2 years (prompting me to write this review). Nile is great and easy to work with and his team is prompt and meticulous. If you want quality work done in a timely fashion at a reasonable price, I can't recommend anyone better than Nile and The Painting Company!"
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Adhesion Painting
4.6(
38
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Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found them messy, left a lot paint on floor and did not clean after themselves. Also had a small repair on stucco, instead it became a major repair, and where they had scaffold to clean windows, they broke the stucco fence in driveway. that cost me $6,000.00"
Ext. Stairwell Windows
Garage Door (Redwood)
Front Entry Gate
West Facing Door & Threshold
Redwood Windows 2x2

+56

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Painting Company, LLC
4.7(
83
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Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am very pleased with the outcome of the painting work on my house. I receive positive comments from neighbors about how nice my house looks. Everyone I dealt with at The Painting Company were courteous and helpful. The painters showed up on time and did a fantastic job."
Exterior Project
Ocean Beach Exterior
Commercial Building Exterior
Garage Epoxy Flooring
Interior Painting

+121

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Golden State Paint Service
5.0(
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Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

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Warranties offered

"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

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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California Coatings Painting Company, Inc.
4.9(
39
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Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Eric painted the interior of our home. He charged a fair price for the job, arrived on time, is knowledgeable about the different types of paint, is pleasant to work with and did the job in a resonable time frame."
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ortiz Quality Painting Services
4.8(
111
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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

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dynamic Pro Painter
5.0(
37
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Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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Warranties offered

"This company is a family business. As soon as you meet Marcos you can tell he understands exactly what the customer needs. Marcos, his brother Ruben, and Diego gave us the neatest paint job possible. Their attention to details is amazing. They took the greatest care painting most of the inside of our house while we lived in it. At all times they treated us and our home with respect instead of a construction site. Donâ t hesitate to hire them for your paint job, youâ ll get a good deal of value for your money on every level."
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+18

Response time50 mins
Response rate95%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
New Life Painting
4.9(
32
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Serving Cardiff By The Sea, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steve was very friendly and polite. He took a lot of extra care even though it wasn't a big project. He communicated when he would be around, cleanned up after each day so you wouldn't even know he was there except for the extra stain on the front door frame and his quality of work was exceptional. I would strongly recommend him for any job; in fact, I'll be calling him in a year or so to paint the exterior of the house."
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 Bedroom- Red Accent
Elegant Dining Room
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Dining Room

+6

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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