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TAF BUILDING & DESIGN INC
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Serving Cloverdale, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired them to do pest repair and paint the outside of my house as I was prepping for a sale. The quality of the work was excellent. I was informed at every step if something additional needed repair and given options. The paint job was superior. They let me know when the were coming, always showed up on time and didnâ t leave until the work was done. I highly recommend their company."
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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All Pro Painting
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Serving Cloverdale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well then I expected, very organized and always left our yard clean like they weren’tevdn here and the painting on our home looks like a different house very happy with the work they performed, yes I would hire them again!"
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Palm Construction, Inc.
5.0(
90
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Serving Cloverdale, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

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FAQs for painting projects in Cloverdale, 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.

The Cloverdale, CA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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