Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1994
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Customers say: True professional
"1451 Dale Painting did exceptional work on our house. Their attention to detail from prep to final painting was fantastic. I will be referring to everyone we know that is looking for a painting contractor."
Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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"Culver's painting did a great job. They had the fence completed in one day with a crew of 4. We needed them to come back to do some touch up staining that they had missed, and they were back within a week to complete the job. I would definitely hire them again."
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Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2011
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Customers say: True professional
"Wonderful group, having them paint exterior of house and fence next spring/summer"
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Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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Small jobs welcome
"Nick was professional did a great job painting out old kitchen cabinets."
Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"The crew of Devon and Pierce were knowledgeable, pleasant and patient as I interrupted them with questions about the steps in the painting process. That was appreciated as much as the beautiful work completed. Dependable. Would use their service again as well as refer others to them."
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Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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BMPAITNING LLC is a high-quality painting business delivering satisfaction guaranteed to our customers for over a decade. We cover any painting services while delivering the best prices for the best quality job attainable. Give a call today commitment free for a free estimate.
Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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Offers commercial services
"They were quick and efficiently"
Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1971
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"The entire Certa Pro team supervised by Mario Mesa, was very polite, professional, extremely cooperative and very meticulous when it came to painting our home. We could not have asked for a better crew. They did an outstanding job. We would also like to thank Matt Unger our sales representative."
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Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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"They finished the project sooner than I expected and cleaned up very well. Garrett was especially helpful working with me on making it fit our budget and even helping which colors to choose. It turned out great and was a wonderful experience. I will definitely have them back to paint my exterior when it's needed."
Serving Hartford, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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"Amazing work. Bob and team are awesome people. They do great work and are easy to collaborate with on any project. Hire them right away!"
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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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