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Avatar for Custom Painting of Asheville Inc.
Custom Painting of Asheville Inc.
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+18 more

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If you are looking for a professional painting company, I would without hesitation recommend (Dario) of Custom Painting of Asheville. I have hired Dario and his team many times to paint our homes interior, remove popcorn from the ceilings and to stain our exterior decks. With every project we were extremely pleased with the company's quality and professionalism. His crew always worked together as a team to get the job accomplished in a timely manner with beautiful results. Bill Smoak"
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Response time1 day
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for PaintAsheville.com, LLC
PaintAsheville.com, LLC
4.8(
161
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+5 more

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The PaintAsheville team was very professional during our first meeting and explained in detail their process. They made recommendations regarding product and coloring, as well as a contractor to repair siding prior to paint. In addition, Crystal (one of the owners) assisted us with stain samples that helped finalize a color and finish. The painting crew was on-time, courteous and very responsive to questions and requests. We are extremely happy with the results. Overall, the PaintAsheville team delivered a superior product for a very competitive price. Weâ ll definitely consider them for any future painting projects!"
Pressure Washing
Wood Defender
From Dull to WOW
Better Than Ever
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+12

Response time1 day
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Asheville Paint & Decorating Co
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1962

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I contacted Asheville Paint and Decorating owner, Bobby Brown, the end of May. He came to the house and we discussed what needed to be done. He told me the brand of paint to use when we selected our colors and suggested that we get samples and paint a portion of the wall to be sure of the color was what we wanted and explained how colors could look different at different times of day in different lights. Several days later, he sent me a contract which specified the work to be done and the cost.
I told him we were not locked into a specific time frame to get the work done. (Of course, you should set up a work schedule before you sign a contract if time is a factor for you.) Later in the summer we had family coming unexpectedly and we asked him if he could possibly get the guest bathroom done before they came. He very graciously came and got that part of the job done. Also, I decided to have more work done that we had originally contracted and he was agreeable to making the changes. He completed the work in late November.
Mr. Brown came when he said he would. He and his crew were very easy to work with. They moved all the furniture into the center of the rooms where they worked and covered it with tarps or plastic wrap to keep everything clean. We did not have to do anything except remove any fragile items. They cleaned up after painting and put the furniture back before they left in the evenings each day so that we were able to live in our house while they worked.
I would highly recommend Asheville Paint and Decorating for residential or commercial work.
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Response time2 days
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Artisan Systems Painting
4.7(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+4 more

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We pride our company on reliability, great communication,\nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best\nto keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look\nforward to earning your business!\n

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Biltmore Park
Biltmore Park
Black Mountain

+20

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Custom Painting of Asheville, Inc.
4.7(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+3 more

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"This is our second time to use custom painting, and they were just as great as the last time. They are very professional, careful, with tremendous attention to detail. I could not be happier and strongly endorse them for any type of painting, both inside and outside."
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+135

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Affordable Painting Services of WNC, LLC
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Mills River, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ronny and team were courteous and professional. They completed drywall repair and painted the kitchen at a very reasonable price. I am sure I will be using Affordable Painting Services of WNC again!"
Response time40 mins
Response rate97%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Mills River, NC

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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