Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
Free estimates
Customers say: Super punctual
"The Bella Casa painters did a great job. The workmanship was excellent. Cleanup was flawless. The price was very reasonable. We were 100% satisfied!"
+4
Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
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In business since 1992
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I wish I could give Steve an A+. After getting bids from 3 other painters I chose Steve Schultze to do the job. Steve came out to give me a free estimate and then deducted 10% off the job due to an Angie's List coupon. I needed the kitchen, master bathroom, and guest bathroom painted. First Steve had to remove all the wallpaper in the guest bathroom and repair and wash the walls.
He also helped me to choose a color for the kitchen. Steve is a perfectionist. He is a skilled painter. There is not one area that I would consider sloppily done or needing touch ups. He treats your house like his. He cleaned up after himself and didn't get any paint on woodwork, counters, etc..
He is very personable, professional, prompt, respectful, and considerate. While he was here my neighbor asked him if he would have time to remove some wallpaper borders in her bedroom. So while he was waiting for my paint to dry he went between the two condos and helped her out too. I can't say enough nice things about him. I am already telling everybody I know that when they need a painter they should call Steve.
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+10
Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1982
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Todd and his crew did an excellent job. Our interior had not been repainted in over 20 years, so there was a great deal of patching and prep needed. We couldn't be happier- they were meticulous, and the house looks new again. We will be using Shelton Painting again in the spring for kitchen cabinet refinishing."
Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They were there on time every day, they finished faster than they said they would, they did an awesome job, and they were friendly and easy to work with. I would recommend them to anyone needing paint!"
+50
Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Brian did the job well and efficiently. He is super kind to boot. He covered all the old ugly yellow paint in my staircase!"
+4
Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"We had Leo and his crew repair and stain our deck a few years ago, and had them back to paint our main level - bedrooms, bathroom, living room, family room, kitchen, and laundry. They also removed and refinished popcorn ceilings. Besides doing a great job. The guys from High Rollers are just fun to have around the house."
+18
Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Great Job This is the second time we have hired Jose and his colleague. We were so pleased with his work and exterior painting that we asked him back for interior painting 3 months later."
+50
Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Great timing and great work on our newlypurchased home. Jose and his crew removed popcorn ceiling from living, dining, bedroom and hallway, remudded it all and then painted. Professionally done every step. We are delighted with the results!"
Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
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Warranties offered
"Revel power-washed our entire house, painted all the exterior trim and garage doors, and stained our deck, all in under two days. All surfaces were scraped and prepped before painting. They even matched the color of our siding when buying paint for the garage doors. Crew members were very friendly and professional. Highly recommended!"
+11
Serving Saint Paul, MN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2012
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"David and Mike did a wonderful job. They actually painted an entire townhouse, kitchen cabinets and took wall paper down in 2 bathrooms and painted. It was a rather large project for a home prepping to go on the market. I've already shared that I plan on hiring them again for painting my home's living/kitchen areas. Great communication, easy to work with, work happened as plannedâ faster than I even expected. I took a chance and so happy I did for this project."
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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