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Top-Rated Painters in Forest Lake - Updated Nov 2026

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Schultze Painting
5.0(
93
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steve did a tremendous job on our project. He painted the walls in our great room which has very high walls, our kitchen and our master bedroom (walls and ceiling). His work was of the highest quality. He worked quickly yet carefully, was very neat and always made sure that his equipment was out of the way at the end of the work day. I would hire him for any interior paint job that I had."
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+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Highrollers Painting, Inc
4.9(
88
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"When I met Leo of HighRollers Painting I hired him because I could sense his integrity. His crew was very kind, efficient, and helpful. They also stained my deck and painted the foundation of my house. The worst part of the ordeal was me having to pick the colors for the paint and stain. Leo’s estimate of what it would cost was in the ballpark of what I was willing to spend. I give Leo and his crew five stars for their service ."
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+18

Response time1 day
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Revel Painting
4.8(
158
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a great experience with Revel Painting. From our free estimate with Joe, our time and schedule updates with Will to the stain finishing with Fred. We had a great experience and the deck looks great! Highly recommend them for their quality of work, their professional communication and their timely updates for our project!"
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A Touch of Color to a New Build Exterior
Pergola and Gazebo Staining
Modern Twist to Full Exterior
Modern Twist to Full Exterior

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mike's Old World Painting, Inc.
5.0(
33
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and Mike did a wonderful job. They actually painted an entire townhouse, kitchen cabinets and took wall paper down in 2 bathrooms and painted. It was a rather large project for a home prepping to go on the market. I've already shared that I plan on hiring them again for painting my home's living/kitchen areas. Great communication, easy to work with, work happened as plannedâ faster than I even expected. I took a chance and so happy I did for this project."
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
David's Painting & Decorating
5.0(
8
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects+1 more

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1970

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired Davids Painting to clean and restain our 2 level deck. Each level is 10' X 20" with cedar shake wall along the lower level. They were professional, thorough and kept us informed on the progress of the project. They kept the area clean and neat all the while they were here and were very pleasant to work with. I would give Davids Painting a 5 Star Review and would reccomend them to anyone."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Mj lopez painting and cleaning service
4.9(
13
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+4 more

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Professional painting with a quick response time, attention to detail, and a fair price. Victor and Edwin painted my house to prepare for market and did a beautiful job. They walked through the house with me, gave a fair quote; and did the work the same day. Highly recommend. Top notch customer service and communication and superior quality work."
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Classic Finishes, LLC
4.5(
45
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+6 more

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Evan and his project manager were very prompt and courteous. Carlos and his team of painters came in and completed a quality job quickly. The patched the walls an were able to match my existing paint perfectly. I have other rooms in the house in need of some fresh paint and Classic Finishes will be the first contractor I contact."
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+54

Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Forest Lake, MN

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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