Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"MDT Painting did a great job painting my bedroom! I was impressed by how clean of a job he did, and would definitely Hire him again!"
+25
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1991
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"I got a response from Brian within about 2 days. He and his counterpart, Larry, came over and evaluated our home's needs. Brian explained the process and gave me an estimate for the work that they felt needed to be done. Brian emailed me the prices and the work that they would do. I felt informed and was treated with complete respect and courtesy (Note: this was important to me because folks in the building field have often been patronizing and rude to me. I have attributed it to my gender after watching them be more appropriate with my husband.) When I was ready they were here within about another 2 days. My house now looks almost new and we are very pleased! I had received estimates from about 4 or 5 other companies, prior to this, and their estimates were 2 to 6 times what Adobe Painting quoted me. This and the fact that the Angie's list rating for Adobe was A+ persuaded me to hire them. I'm glad that I did!"
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1979
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Harald is great! He was able to accommodate my quick timeline. He painted the entire house and it looks wonderful. He was always willing to offer opinions on what would look best and what kind of paint/sheen to use. He was reasonably priced and pays a lot of attention to details. I would definitely hire again."
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Erik and his guys were great! They worked efficiently and professionally. Clean cut lines and friendly smiles throughout the whole project! I recommend them for every paint job!"
+4
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"I plan to hire them to paint the interior of my home as well."
+4
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Interior painting project was completed fast and exactly the way I wanted. They thought of detail things I didn't and finished it off nicely. No mess afterwards. The crew was friendly and worked hard."
+8
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The project was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The quote was reasonable and consistent with market cost. He painted 3000+ sq. ft. of our home. The miracle was that our home was painted 5/6 different vibrant colors and he turned what was someone else's home into OUR home. Final project turned out great! Will be using Arthur again and for some additional home improvement task."
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My painting project looks great. They made sure that everything looked right."
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Max came and stained all my vegas and tongue and groove ceiling on the outside of my house , he was very professional and I am very happy with his work"
+6
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Obtuve un excelente servicio muy buena atención 100% recomendado"
+11
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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