Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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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
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In business since 1991
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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
"I had just bought a house in Santa Fe that desperately needed new paint throughout to brighten the interior. There was just over a week between close and when I'd be arriving with my furniture. Several larger painting companies were booked into early next year. I found Harald on Angi-- he gave me a fair estimate and *guaranteed* he could do the whole job in a week. He started the morning after close and worked every day to get it done, even applying two coats to most walls. He was particularly adept at finding the right color that would brighten the walls/ceilings while still speaking to the stained wood doors and trim. The new paint has made a world of difference, the house looks and feels so much better. I would recommend Harald to anyone looking for someone reliable who does good quality work."
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Eric and his team are great! The communication and customer service they provided was top tier! They completed my big project sooner than we agreed and even went out of their way to educate me to make a wiser paint chose! I highly recommend them for any painting or proxy needs and I will definitely be back! The Galileo Team"
+4
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
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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
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
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"We had work done to the inside of my house we had painting done which was a two-tone also my kitchen cabinets were stained I'm also going to give them a call to do the exterior of my house"
+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
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Free estimates
"Van Meter Painting did an excellent, efficient, and professional job repainting my home. The owner - Mike - was courteous and professional, and was clearly knowledgeable about paint and was able to provide some valuable advice and recommendations. They were able to complete the job for a fair price within the expected time frame. I will be using Van Meter for all of my future painting needs. They run an honest business and were a pleasure to work with."
+4
Serving Placitas, NM and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Eli’s attention to detail was exceptional. I’ve never had anyone work on my home who was so meticulous, from the quality of the work itself to thoroughly cleaning up when the project was finished. He clearly takes pride in his work, and it shows. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire him again in a heartbeat!"
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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