Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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"Responsive, able to meet our needs on short notice, pleasure to work with, high quality painting"
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
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Emergency services offered
"Julio and his team have done a wonderful job for our exterior painting and deck painting. He is very workable and approachable. I am very pleased about their work and will definitely hire them again for the interior painting."
+67
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1986
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"Patrick was very patient and provided quick responses to ALL my questions. I had many since this was the first time for us to paint/stain the exterior of our house. He provided great suggestions for paint/stain color and explained the process /steps that would be taken to complete the project. Because the exterior of my house is wood shingles, it was a more complicated process to pressure wash and treat the wood before staining and painting. Patrick's team was very professional, courteous and did outstanding work. They completed the work in the estimated time and cleaned up very well when they were finished. I would definitely hire them again."
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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"A+ painting was quick to respond, completed the work in a quick time frame, was flexible with changes to scope, and communicated timeline updates and few changes for scope changes in real time. They did a great job with the paint and would definitely hire them again."
+97
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2020
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"Omar and his crew at green oak painting are professionals and know how to paint. They painted our exterior which has lots of nooks and difficult to reach areas. I am very impressed and pleased with the work they did. Would hire them again in a heartbeat."
+242
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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"Rolando wants to provide the best results and makes excellent recommendations that you should consider and discuss. Lower cost (cheaper paints) don’t necessarily give you the best or lasting results. His team is very meticulous and does a great job in prepping and cleanup."
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2021
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"Luis and his crew transformed my two bedrooms from all beige/faux textured walls and ceilings to absolutely beautiful spaces. They smoothed walls and ceilings, and painted with my color choices. They also painted the trims and doors. My rooms are so beautiful now and the work was excellent. Luis communicated with me the entire process, and made sure the work was completed to my approval. Not only are they a local small business, but the estimate was accurate and affordable. I will definitely call Lobato Painting again for future projects, and highly recommend them!!!"
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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"The absolute best!! So professional and wonderful to work with. Priced so fair and provides stellar service. Highly recommend! Our go to for all our painting needs!"
+36
Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
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"Timoteo and his team are excellent painters! They're professional, conscientious and always on time. I've used many painters over the years and the quality and knowledge is top notch. They work quickly and thoroughly while keeping the work area clean. My go-to painters for sure!"
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Serving San Francisco, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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Emergency services offered
"I never take the time to write a review but in this case I had to recommend Dan, his team and their outstanding work. The attention to detail, cleanliness, and work ethic were of the highest quality. I have had painting done before in my home and I am now looking to have Dan re-do this work because when I compare his work to the work done previously there is really no comparison - Dan's work is superior in every way. Last I would say that in addition to his top quality work, very competitive prices, and cleanliness Dan is a really good guy."
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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