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Star Painting & Decoration Inc
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Lake Hughes, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Star Painting and Decoration to stain a new fence I had put up on my property. Alvaro and his crew were fantastic! They always showed up on time and did a great job. The fence looks incredible. Will definitely hire again. Thanks Star Painting!"
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+17

Response time3 days
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Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Xander's Coats Specialists, INC
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Lake Hughes, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Founded in 2018 with over 18 years of industry experience Xander?s Coats Specialists provides quality painting and sealants services in California. Over the years we have worked closely with homeowners, property managers, project managers and architects in a variety of projects throughout the Golden State. Besides from getting background checked, our employees go through our Initial Hire Training Program to assure our clients always get the best service possible.

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Palm Construction, Inc.
5.0(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+16 more

Serving Lake Hughes, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We worked with Ali (sales manager) and Tony (project manager), who took the time to design a project that made sense for our property and our budget, made a number of suggestions and recommendations and were never pushy or tried to "sell" us on something. The crew really went above and beyond to provide top quality workmanship and overall we were in very good hands. Highly recommended!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Progressive Builders
5.0(
77
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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 Lake Hughes, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We needed to change the entire wood floors and decided to paint the interior and the exterior of the house. We met with Ben and closed with him right away he was so amazing and super professional the job was done in no time, and we are so happy with the outcome. Thank you progressive builders for the amazing customer service, and the amazing results."
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FAQs for painting projects in Lake Hughes, 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.

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