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Platinum Painting
4.9(
35
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+16 more

Serving Nags Head, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Platinum Painting is a very professional, knowledgeable and passionate company. They provided updates as the job progressed and always communicate any issues or concerns they find during job. They have a network of professional who will come make any repairs to unforeseen issues during job. I met with and received over 15 different quotes from painting companies in the OBX and Platinum Painting wasn't the lowest or highest quote but their knowledge and passion for doing a professional job sold me. Best decision I could of made."
Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Silva Painting Company, LLC
4.7(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+8 more

Serving Nags Head, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Was very pleased with work done. Friendly and courteous employees. Will use Silva painting for next job, approximately two weeks in the future."
Silva Painting Company
Silva Painting Company
Silva Painting Company
Silva Painting Company
Silva Painting Company

+98

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Adrian's Painting
5.0(
5
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+5 more

Serving Nags Head, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

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"Adrian’s Painting definitely got the job done right! I had my bedrooms, game room, bathroom , living room, dining room and kitchen repainted. Then decided I wanted my kitchen cabinets painted. The crew did a fantastic job, was on time and very tidy! I felt the job was all that I would expect from professionals!"
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Gibbs Daughters NC, LLC
4.7(
64
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+7 more

Serving Nags Head, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had a lightning strike which damaged the exterior and the interior. His team responded quickly to weather proof the damage. They followed up with window replacement, siding and roof repair, interior drywall and trim repair, painting and finish work. While they were there and doing such a good job, we had a door replaced. We discovered water damage caused by undetected leaks. This lead to a complete replacement of the cedar shake siding, window and door flashing replacement and exterior painting. All with a hurricane breathing down our necks. The work was completed in a very short window and was done at a high quality level. We are hoping to have the firm back to do other exterior work in the off season."
New Siding
New Siding and Cedar Shakes
New Cedar Shakes
New Cedar Shakes
New Siding

+56

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A to Z Renovations, LLC
4.7(
34
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+10 more

Serving Nags Head, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are extremely pleased with A to Z Renovations & plan to have them come back to do more painting & drywall repair. They painted the ceilings, walls & trim for our whole downstairs area. Also repaired drywall before painting. The job took a few days to complete & each day before they left they completely cleaned their work area & moved furniture back. So professional & also easy to talk with. I was impressed when he used his own time to help me with a small paint project I was working on. I initially chose them for their price & rating & know we made the right choice. I asked them for business cards for my neighbors. Great guys!"
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+46

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Nags Head, 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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