Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Customers say: Super punctual
"Brian did an exceptional job painting the complete exterior of a wooden three story home. Quality work and within the agreed price. Highly recommended."
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Small jobs welcome
"They kept us informed of any changes in schedule. Cleaned up, painted what we asked for and more. Fantastic job. Inside of house looked brand new. I arranged this long distance then went to house."
Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Outstanding Work and Professional Service! I recently hired Cape Lookout Solutions to paint the interior of my home, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. From the very beginning, Matthew was professional, punctual, and easy to communicate with. He took the time to understand exactly what I wanted and offered helpful suggestions along the way. The quality of the work was exceptional. Every wall, trim, and corner was painted with precision and care. He paid great attention to detail and left everything spotless when the job was done. What really stood out to me was his dedication to getting the job done right. He was respectful of my home and completed the project on time and within budget. It’s clear he takes pride in his work, and it truly shows in the final result. I highly recommend Matthew to anyone looking for a reliable, skilled, and trustworthy painter. I’ll definitely be using him for future projects."
Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 1998
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Small jobs welcome
"They did a great painting job. I highly recommend them. They were prompt, efficient, clean, and professional."
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
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Emergency services offered
"What a wonderful job he done for and he cleaned up when he was done thanks once again"
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Small jobs welcome
"Excellent work! 3 coats, well sanded and a clean site when he was done."
Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
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Emergency services offered
"Did a very good job! Yard looked great!"
Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"They are polite, kind, walked us through every step and their prices are exceptional."
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Customers say: Quick response
"Adam is very professional, on time, thorough. Estimated completion of painting ceilings and walls in three bedrooms, dining room, kitchen, livingroom was 5 days. Job was completed in 3 days."
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Serving Morehead City, NC and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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Emergency services offered
Transform Your Home with Riverside Coating Painting Services! \n\nIs your home in need of a fresh, vibrant look? Whether it?s the inside or the outside, Riverside Coating has you covered! Our professional team provides top-quality interior and exterior painting services that will make your home shine like new.
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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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