Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It went great, very friendly. All this was only 6,500. Would reccomend to anyone needing some painting done"
+33
Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Painter Mike completed staining our outside wooden deck and stair entrance as promised both quickly and efficiently. After giving us a very reasonable proposal he was able to start on time and finish as agreed upon. He made suggestions we liked and clean up was thorough. Mike is very neat and did an excellent job. We will hire him again when we need painting done."
Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They were great to work with! They kept in touch about when the work could be done and when they came to do the work they consistently worked until it was finished! They did an incredible job, cost was extremely reasonable, and they were dependable! Would recommend them to anyone! Will be keeping them in mind for future projects!"
+12
Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Brindley was incredible! I'm not sure I have ever seen anyone as industrious and thorough. He stayed true to his estimate. He prepped the deck, replaced the weather damaged planks and spindles. Everything was done in a timely manner. I could not be more pleased. Photos available."
+46
Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Very professional. Did a great job at a fair price. Have used them on several occasions for painting and power washing."
+23
Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Communication on a job is key and Jordan was excellent at it."
Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I would highly recommend Dean’s painting for the quality of workmanship that they had performed for me and my family. As we were ready to put our family home on the market, we contacted Dean’s painting and they came out gave us a quote which was well below other competitors. They were able to get the whole house completed in a quick and timely fashion with attention to details. Again, we highly recommend Dean’s painting for all of your painting needs."
+55
Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Our room was used for music so we had lots of places were the drywall came off when we took the sound pads off. He patches all the places sanded it. The wall was super smooth and you could not tell were any of the places were. If had great customer service. Always took our calls and was very professional. I would not hesitate to hire him for any job."
+36
Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Everyone I interacted with were pleasant, polite, helpful, honest and very professional. From the initial sales call, to the finished product, I was well pleased. What a great small company and I would recommend their services to anyone who would like to have their home painted permanentally!"
+27
Serving Saint Meinrad, IN and surrounding areas
In business since 1997
Free estimates
"The guys with Portee Painting did a fabulous job on the exterior trim of our home. No mess, no fuss, just good quality workmanship at a reasonable piece. Will definitely hire them again."
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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