Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Professional, clean, and dependable. Rogall Painting did exactly what they said they would and left my place spotless. I am already planning to have them back in spring."
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Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"Prompt and professional. Did a great job."
Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Mark came out to give us an estimate on the exterior of our house he responded quickly and answered all of our questions we felt comfortable with him. They did a great job I'm very happy with the results! They are reasonable compared to others. Would definitely hire again. Thanks again Taylor's Painting"
Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I had Jose and his crew do two painting jobs for me, the interior of my home and an exterior block wall. They did a great job, very thorough, very neat. They arrived on time, worked hard and left a very clean space when they were done. I would hire them again!"
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Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
"Pacific Edge Painting did an outstanding job painting the exterior of our home. The crew demonstrated exceptional skill, attention to details, showed up when they promised, and were very organized and tidy. They went above and beyond in responding to additional work that was required to complete the job. Overall we had an outstanding experience in working with Pacific Edge Painting. I would highly recommend using them and will call them again for our next project."
Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Great, I love the job GIOVANNI and his crew did. I highly recommend him. I would hire GIOVANNI again if I need more painting done"
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Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
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Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Xander’s Coats Specialists prepped and painted and repaired the exterior of my house and shop. The work was done with excellent detail."
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Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Everything went well, the work was completed as promised. I live out of town and only saw the finished product. My neighbors commented to me that the painters worked hard each day they were on the job site working on the mobile home. They also commented they were respectful of adjoining mobile homes. They did a great job and can be trusted!"
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Serving San Simeon, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2011
Free estimates
"Great experience. Soto painting was very thoughtful and communicative. Soto painting strives for excellence and wants to make sure they do an excellent job. Helped out with all the details of the exterior painting including helping with rotten wood and gutter problems. The paint job was amazing and already have received a lot of compliments. I am so happy with the work and great full that I was able to connect and hire Soto Painting Co."
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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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