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Avatar for GOLDEN STAR PAINTING INC
GOLDEN STAR PAINTING INC
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+5 more

Serving Livingston, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Golden Star Painting INC did an amazing job painting the exterior of my house. The price was reasonable and amazing personality towards thier customers. I highly recommend them to whoever is looking for a painting company, located in Merced And surrounding areas. Good pricing, and finished the job just how the contract stated I highly recommend them!"
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Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Aggressive Painting Services, Inc.
5.0(
4
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Livingston, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We?ve hired Aggressive Painting Services for a couple of projects. Entire exterior home paint job and more recently entire interior painting We are extremely pleased with the interior painting work completed by Edgar and his crew. From start to finish, they were professional, courteous, and accommodating to our needs. Their attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship truly exceeded our expectations. The team was reliable, respectful of our home, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. The finished results are beautiful, and the transformation of our home is remarkable. We are thrilled with how everything turned out and we have received many compliments on the work. I highly recommend Aggressive Painting Services to anyone looking for skilled painters who take pride in delivering outstanding results. Thank you for a job well done Aggressive Painting Services!"
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Recommended by25%of homeowners
Avatar for 247 Painting LLC
247 Painting LLC
5.0(
6
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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 Livingston, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The process went smoothly from start to finish. 247 Painting did an excellent job painting my house. Since I bought the house it had never been painted so I really needed a freshen up and they went above and beyond. Every line is so crisp and I’m so much more happier with my house now."
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+22

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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47 Painting Inc
5.0(
8
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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 Livingston, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

"Very professional painting service. Absolutely love the results and would strongly recommend this business for any painting needs! He painted my house and my in-law’s house and both of us were pleased. He paid close attention to detail and make sure we were completely satisfied when the job was complete. Thank you again!!"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
R Belasco
4.9(
15
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+5 more

Serving Livingston, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had use this co once before. They are absolutely the best. They cover every surface that is not suppose to be painted. Furniture that is left in the room is completely sealed. All light fixtures are covered. They have now painted my entire house although this time it was two large bathrooms and the master bedroom. The did an amazing job. You can barely tell where I had light boxes. It took one day to cover and mask everything and a day and a half to paint. The crew is quiet and respectful. R Belasco, the owner is such a gentlemen. He was so accommodating to what I wanted. I would not hesitate to hire him again."
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Livingston, 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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