Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Customers say: Super punctual
"I run a new home construction crew and had Austin Come.in to my personal home and paint I am very impressed On how it turned out I will be using him for all my painting Jobs on time and done in very timely manner"
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Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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Customers say: Quick response
"Project: Painting exterior trim and removal of the gutters. Touching up on upper part of the house paint. Dave is thorough, professional and very kind. He is very fair on his estimates. This is our first time using Home Adviser. We are so pleased we found Dave! We would definitely hire him again. We would highly recommend him."
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Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1988
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Customers say: Quality work
"If you are looking for quality work and dependability then Paul Beck is the person for your project! The entire interior of our home was professionally painted by Paul. We recommend Accents Painting 100%."
+54
Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Small jobs welcome
"Brian and Platinum Painting did a terrific job with our interior painting project. The finished product is perfect and they finished ahead of schedule! Brian is a prompt and professional communicator and I would highly recommend him to anyone interested in a high quality painting experience. His rates are competitive as well!"
+225
Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Emergency services offered
"Not only did we find a great contractor but made new friends. I was very happy to find someone to get some repairs and painting done before winter. Very satisfied with the job. We will hire again for more repair and painting. Laura and Orlando were a delight to work with."
+236
Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Credit card accepted
"Owner responded immediately to my request. Scheduled to fit my time table. Thoroughly explained what had happened and why I needed the tile repair. Would hire him again."
+85
Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
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Credit card accepted
"Amazing work. Very professional. Great customer service and looks great!"
+3
Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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Emergency services offered
"They did an excellent job of painting our garage. It was an extremely cold day, but they remained positive. Cleanup was good. Very professional!"
+8
Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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Emergency services offered
"Cade was quick to respond to my posting and finished the job within a week. He was polite, responsive and a professional. He trimmed out two windows and installed baseboard in my lower level to my satisfaction. I highly recommend him and will absolutely hire him again!"
+48
Serving Marion, IA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Warranties offered
"Will was quick with an estimate and quick with finishing the project. Looks great!"
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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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