Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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Emergency services offered
"Awesome young man named Jose, very good communication. He was able to come 1 day early than scheduled. Price was perfect! I already scheduled for him to stain my fence. Highly recommended Believe painting!"
+119
Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
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Emergency services offered
"We contracted with Chavez Painting to paint 3 large bedrooms, an upstairs hallway, and a stairwell with a high ceiling. They painted the walls, trim, doors and ceilings. When Mr. Chavez visited to provide a quote, he left us with a Sherwin Williams sample book of all their colors so we had plenty of time to select colors. He purchased the paint for us saving a trip to the paint store. Mr. Chavez and his team arrived on time, were very courteous and worked diligently. Before painting, they did a careful job fixing issues with the walls (nail pops, dings, gouges, and separating drywall seams). They covered our carpeting and all the furniture and sanded the walls before applying paint. They finished in two days and their work was beautifully done. We are very pleased with the result. A long problem seam we used to stare at every day going downstairs is gone! They repaired this difficult spot. We will use them again when we are ready to have the downstairs painted."
+161
Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2001
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"They did a very nice job painting for me, they came on time, they were very upfront to me, I have no problems with them and they were very honest."
+8
Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1998
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"I have used Manor Works multiple times for indoor and exterior painting. This time they refreshed my deck, which was in pretty bad shape, with a waterproof stain and sealant. Victor gave me a very reasonable estimate with options. Esmerelda and her crew did an outstanding job. She kept me apprised of everything they were doing and why. Her team was prompt, professional, and hard working. Esmerelda went out of her way to make sure the paint/stain matched my current color, which I had really wanted. I've always been happy with the various Manor Works teams and will continue to use them for all my painting needs."
+86
Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2012
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"Wow painted the interior of my home. They did an outstanding job and we can see the quality in their work. It looks great!!!"
+50
Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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Credit card accepted
"Excellent, second time in 11 years Solution Painting had done a terrific job painting the entire exterior of my home in Vienna, VA. I would give them SIX stars if I could. Do not hesitate."
+21
Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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"Rogelio and his team were awesome!! They painted all of the high traffic areas in our house over several days. They provided valued guidance on colors and paint types throughout. The walls look amazing, and they protected the floors and furniture and cleaned up every day. We are very happy with the results and will definitely be calling them again for any future work."
+10
Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2021
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Emergency services offered
"I had a great experience with Resolution Painting and would highly recommend them. They arrived right on time and did an amazing job preparing the wood siding, painting, and caulking. They really went above and beyond. The result looks wonderful, and I am looking forward to hiring them again!"
+60
Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1992
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Emergency services offered
"Gibbs Painting did a great job! They were professional and stayed on task to complete the job on time. I highly recommend them."
Serving Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
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"kitchen cabinet painting, painting, wall removal"
+30
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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