Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Customers say: True professional
"Our experience with Paul’s Ideal Painting was extremely pleasant from start to finish. Paul and his team were professional throughout the whole job and made sure to answer any and all questions I had. I would highly recommend this company to anyone looking for any painting needs. 10/10 experience"
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Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Kodra Painting is amazing, we hired them for our house after they painted our parents? condo, and we couldn?t be happier with the work"
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Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent work from start to finish. The team was professional, on time, and the quality of the painting was outstanding. Everything looks perfect. Highly recommend!"
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Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Jon communicated well and was very professional. Josh and Jon helped paint few rooms and they did a good job. Jon was kind enough to come back and repaint the accent walls with the correct paint and color. I would definitely recommend Working Class Painting."
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Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent! Came in did a great job,already thinking about another project and looking in there number. Painted my whole house. Painting Pros the right name"
Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"My walls are now smooth and just like new after being repaired and painted. One of the painters repaired and painted my front door which is now flawless. This saved me the expense from having to purchase a new door. Also, the painters were always punctual, courteous, and respectful. I now have a new home since the painting and will be calling them back for additional painting in the future."
Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Scheduling was easy, I did everything over email. It was a little while before the crew came out - in 2 trips, one was for power washing prep, and 1 for the actual painting, but this was due to weather. The power washing I assumed would just be of the surfaces to be painted, but it looked like he removed the mold/mildew on the back siding of my house which was a pleasant surprise. The painting crew came about a week later and worked from 9am to about 7pm, completing the job. It turned out really nice, the wood was caulked and the painting made it look new again. I have no complaints and I'm happy with the results."
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Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Refresh Painting performed exceptional work on exterior and interior paint repair and finishing. Vinny is thoughtful and careful in his work. I highly recommend Refresh Painting! Will be using this service again this spring."
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Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1993
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Very happy with the results of my interior paint work. Brian made sure that I was happy with the color. Very happy with the way my paint job turned out, paint looks amazing. They made sure that the material was out of the way at the end of the day and went above and beyond on cleaning up everything. I would recommend to anyone and everyone!"
Serving Livonia, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"They have done a great job on painting my house. Very nice company"
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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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