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PaintPros of Napa Valley
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"Kenneth and his team at PaintPros are THE BEST! I thought I knew something about paint but after meeting with Kenneth to discuss my project, it was clear who the expert was. PaintPros knows their stuff. They did an amazing job painting the entire interior of my home, including the ceilings, doors, and windows. I was out of town while the project was happening, so communication was very important. Kenneth kept me updated through text and video every step of the way. Amazing! If you want a paint job done right, hire PaintPros! Thanks, Kenneth and team :)"
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SOCO PAINTING
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Small jobs welcome

"Daniel and his team at Soco Painting did a fantastic job on the exterior paint job. They were quick, thorough and communicative including tackling some minor dry rot repair and shutter replacement plus final touch ups. All for a far price. A+ No complaints."
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Platinum Painting & Upgrades
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Serving Rutherford, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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Offers commercial services

"Needed to get about 150 feet of railing prepped and painted, as well as 6 pieces of outdoor wicker furniture. Platinum Painting did a very good job and promptly arrived each morning first thing. Excellent clean up each day. Very satisfied."
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FAQs for painting projects in Rutherford, CA

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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