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Pronto Painting LLC
5.0(
6
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Clayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We are very pleased with the job Pronto Painting crew did to our house. They did a very excellent job, accomplished what they promise to do, and finished their work way ahead of time stated in the contract. The whole crew were very professional, friendly, happy, and courteous. Excellent job! Thank You."
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ed Normile
4.5(
132
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Metal Roofing - Paint

Serving Clayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Joe did an awesome job repairing, preparing the wood, and painting my decks. He made sure I was satisfied and even came back after I paid him to pressure wash some overspray that accidentally got on the vinyl siding of the house. He even gave me the leftover paint! I recommend this company!"
Finished roof
Driveway job
Driveway job
Deck job
Deck job

+46

Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Edward Hanson Renovations LLC
4.9(
9
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Clayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Mr. House and his team did an outstanding job with the interior painting of my home. They were professional, punctual, respectful, and paid close attention to detail throughout the entire project. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations, and my home looks absolutely beautiful. I truly appreciate their hard work, cleanliness, and dedication to getting the job done right. I would highly recommend Edward Hanson, LLC to anyone looking for excellent painting services."
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The Mobile Arc LLC
5.0(
17
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Clayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle did a fantastic job restoring my old rusted porch glider. His work ethic and the pride he takes in a job well done he goes above and beyond. I would happily recommend him to anyone."
Realtor sign
Custom railing
Custom railing
Custom Railing Install
Finished product

+2

Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tri State Complete Home Repair and Maintenance
4.4(
94
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+17 more

Serving Clayton, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initially hired Tim's firm to replace deck flooring, rails and stairs. His crew did a good job and we were satisfied. Tim & Amy inspected the work and found some issues that he wasn't satisfied with. He fixed the issues to his satisfaction, which exceeded our expectations, and did so voluntarily at no extra cost. Se were so pleased with Tim's professionalism that we had him do more projects. One crew came to repair drywall and prep several areas for painting. Another crew did the painting of 2 bedrooms, laundry room, basement ceiling, front door and garage. We were having flooring installed by another company at the same time. They found water and termite damage near our front door, and couldn't complete the flooring until it was repaired. I called Tim in a panic and explained the problem. He and Amy came the same day and worked until 9:30 pm to repair the problem so the installers could complete their work on schedule. Tim & Amy also did repairs to a crawl space. Tim & his crews are professional, thorough and efficient. Tim follows up and inspects every project to assure that we are completely satisfied. We have more projects scheduled based on the excellent work done so far. If I could award more than 5 stars, I would."
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Response time1 day
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Clayton, OH

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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