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Painting by Tibi Inc
4.9(
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tibi called back the same afternoon and came out with his father the next day to give us an estimate. Very pleasant young man, easy to work with. Came in mid range of 4 estimates. They were able to start the next week. Pressure washed the house, driveway and patio the first day. Second day did caulking and prep which included fixing cracks in the stucco. Two more days to paint soffit/fascia with sprayer and roller the stucco. Couldn’t be more pleased! Everything looks beautiful! Tibi’s father was the true craftsman on this job. He does fantastic work and is efficient, neat and thorough."
Painting - Exterior Project
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+64

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Be Frank Painting
4.9(
103
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great communication....always on time....reliable....the interior paint job was done very well...will hire again and would recommend to others!!!"
Repaint pool deck
Knockdown texture
Lani ceiling repair
Accent walls
Accent walls

+2

Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Southern Painting
4.9(
41
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Southern Painting to paint the interior of our Siesta Key Condo and could not be happier with the work performed, They were on time, worked quickly and efficiently. Finished ahead of schedule, The work was superb. Ryan even went out of his way to find a paint color that was no longer available. Would highly recommend."
Jones Exterior
Bishop Interior
Gladitsch Interior
Parish Interior
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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That 1 Painter Tampa
5.0(
6
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The painters did an excellent job! They painting my whole home, walls and ceiling. They also degreased, sanded and painted my kitchen cabinets. That 1 Painter got everything done perfectly AND within my time frame. Would highly recommend!"
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Advance Painting LI
5.0(
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Serving Longboat Key, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Used advanced painting LI for 2 bedrooms to be painted. Also had them renovate, sand and stain my back deck (3 years later the deck still looks like the day they did it) . Great work, very professional, would definitely recommend 👍"
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Deck Renovation

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Response time2 hrs
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FAQs for painting projects in Longboat Key, FL

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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