Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1975
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Warranties offered
"For anyone who needs a recommendation. King of Painters!!! We live in a log home outside of Julian that has never been finished the way it should until now. The quality work, people, and professionalism are as outstanding as their final product."
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Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Credit card accepted
"Nile Schmidt is a true professional. I had him paint the outside and inside of a rehab I purchased in late 2008. Almost 1 decade later and the paint job has held up very, very well as I had a contractor over recently who thought the work had been done in the last 2 years (prompting me to write this review). Nile is great and easy to work with and his team is prompt and meticulous. If you want quality work done in a timely fashion at a reasonable price, I can't recommend anyone better than Nile and The Painting Company!"
Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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Emergency services offered
"Geoff and his team were very meticulous, professional, experienced and really good people. We were very impressed with all the prep work done before the actual painting of the exterior was started. We highly, very highly recommend Adesion painting and plan to use them for future projects."
+56
Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Small jobs welcome
"We can not speak highly enough about Ben Lypps, both as a professional and as an individual. He does stellar work, paying very close attention to detail and going over and above to ensure the job is done correctly. Our home required a great deal of preparation and repair work prior to painting, which turned out to be more than Ben had originally anticipated, but he honored the price on the contract. He never complained about the extra work. Ben is super conscientious about showing up on time, and cleaning up after he left. He is a quiet, kind and considerate man, making him a pleasure to be around. We will use Ben for all of our future painting needs!"
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Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
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Credit card accepted
"Saul and his crew did an excellent job painting the exterior of our house. They were clean, fast and paid attention to details. They power washed, repaired stucco, caulked all joints, masked, used drop clothes everywhere and painted stucco and trim. All painted lines were sharp and clean. They didn’t even damage any roof tiles. Couldn’t be happier and I highly recommend them."
+43
Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1993
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Warranties offered
"apon our interview process I found New Life Painting Steve Ouradnik owner to be the kind of person I would want to handle my up and coming projects. At this time I am putting together these projects and have no other rating to give. I will before long have New Life Painting produce their magic. I will up date later."
+6
Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Credit card accepted
"I'm always a little nervous hiring a new contractor but I had a good feeling about Bryan and I could not be happier with how things turned out. We had some bedrooms painted and new baseboards installed, and also some drywall repair and everything looks great. They covered furniture and flooring well while they were working and were very professional."
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Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Customers say: Quality work
"Francisco did a fantastic job on our baseboards, doors and wall & ceiling touchups! He’s a real craftsman that takes pride in his work. He showed up on time every day, communicated well and was very focused when working. We enjoyed working with him."
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Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I was incredibly impressed with Jorge and his team. They really went above and beyond to deliver a flawless interior paint job with a super tight turnaround. I highly recommend Jorge and will absolutely use him for future jobs as well. If I could have given him 10 stars out of 5, I would have."
+43
Serving San Luis Rey, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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Emergency services offered
"We recently had the exterior of our house painted, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. The crew was professional, punctual, and paid close attention to every detail. They took the time to properly prepare the surfaces, protect our landscaping, and kept the work area clean throughout the project. The finished paint job looks fantastic and has completely transformed the appearance of our home. The quality of workmanship is outstanding, and the team was friendly and easy to communicate with from start to finish. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking for high-quality exterior house painting. Five stars all the way!"
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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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