Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1985
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Emergency services offered
"Brian was helpful, timely and friendly. He did an excellent job painting the exterior trim, doors, breezeway, and patching and painting the foundation. The job was finished sooner than expected and cleaned up. We definitely recommend Soppa Painting!"
Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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"Jake at Northshore Painting delivered an exceptional experience from start to finish. His attention to detail, professionalism, and craftsmanship really stand out. The prep work was thorough, the lines are perfect, and the overall finish looks amazing. I’m extremely pleased with the results and would wholeheartedly recommend Northshore Painting to anyone seeking high-quality painting services."
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Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"Professional painting with a quick response time, attention to detail, and a fair price. Victor and Edwin painted my house to prepare for market and did a beautiful job. They walked through the house with me, gave a fair quote; and did the work the same day. Highly recommend. Top notch customer service and communication and superior quality work."
Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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Small jobs welcome
"Very satisfied. Can not be happier. Price is great. Highly recommended if you want painting done right, Husby Painting services is the right way to go."
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Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Small jobs welcome
"Jerry's Painting team was outstanding and professional. Communication was great, choosing colors was easy. I changed my mind last minute on the stain for our porch. The company worked seamisly to make sure our home was exactly as we envisioned. Careful attention to detail was given. We would recommend this company 5 out of 5 stars."
+21
Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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"We are very pleased with the overall experience with Tommy and his crew. They were prompt, polite, and showed attention to detail. We had our cedar sided cottage and outbuildings stained and sealed. There was some damage from woodpeckers that they repaired. It looks refreshed! We highly recommend them!"
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Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 1998
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"Tad is a hard working, honest guy. His work is exceptional. I had him paint my cupboards, install flooring, hang lights and various other repairs around my home. My dog thought he was great too:) I highly recommend him."
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Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Small jobs welcome
"Josh does amazing work and the closest to his price was $600 more. Some were almost $8,000 more."
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Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Small jobs welcome
"Easy to work with and very clean!"
Serving Menomonie, WI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"They replaced 5 interior doors for me. They showed up when they said they would. They made sure the work areas were clean before they left. The communication was great and they were very courteous. I will definitely be using them again on future projects."
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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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