Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very efficient. Painting done without mess. Looks great."
+123
Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1989
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Excellent, they had wonderful workmen here. They did absolutely perfect precision on everything. You can't even tell there's not a speck of paint where it doesn't belong. The lines were all followed perfectly and they just did a fabulous job. Very skilled."
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Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We used Prisma to paint the exterior of our house. Sandoval was our painter and he did a beautiful job. He was thorough, meticulous, neat- very professional. I would highly recommend them and will use them again when we are ready to paint inside."
+49
Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"A Norton Painting returned all my calls, showed up on time, workers completed job on time and they were reasonably priced. I found them to be easy to work with, honest. We hired them to sand, stain and polyurethane our pew benches. They covered and protected our floors and carpet nicely and cleaned up after themselves. I would hire them again."
+4
Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Extremely reliable & professional. Great attention to detail. Great attention to proper prep work prior to painting. Meticulous application of the paint. Highly recommend!"
Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"From start to finish William and James were top notch. They were very communicative and punctual. They Painted the entire inside of our townhome and it came out perfect. On top of that, the cleanliness was next to none. We have used several contractors in our homes and itâ s usually standard they leave behind a little mess. Not William and James! They vacuumed and mopped the floors when they were done! Highly, highly recommend these guys for any paint job! We will be using them again! Thank you William and James!"
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Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Magical Painting did a great job of caulking, patching and painting my interior walls, ceiling and trim . They were quick to respond, professional, & cleaned up afterwards. I will have them do my exterior project next year!"
+30
Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Edgar and his crew were very professional; arrived on time and did an amazing job. I will definitely hire Best Painting Services again for any future painting job."
Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We started at the garage, and then moved to paint our entire interior, Wonder Painting is a great company and they hold customer service to a high standard."
+37
Serving Margate, FL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Gonzalez Painting was great. They were always on time and very profesional."
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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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