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Adobe Painting & Decorating Inc
4.9(
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I got a response from Brian within about 2 days. He and his counterpart, Larry, came over and evaluated our home's needs. Brian explained the process and gave me an estimate for the work that they felt needed to be done. Brian emailed me the prices and the work that they would do. I felt informed and was treated with complete respect and courtesy (Note: this was important to me because folks in the building field have often been patronizing and rude to me. I have attributed it to my gender after watching them be more appropriate with my husband.) When I was ready they were here within about another 2 days. My house now looks almost new and we are very pleased! I had received estimates from about 4 or 5 other companies, prior to this, and their estimates were 2 to 6 times what Adobe Painting quoted me. This and the fact that the Angie's list rating for Adobe was A+ persuaded me to hire them. I'm glad that I did!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Harald Christiansen
5.0(
164
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Harald painted a bedroom, hallway and garage for us. He was accommodating when changed what we wanted done several times. Gave us a reasonable price and we are happy with the results."
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Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Polanco Home Services
5.0(
12
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Luis and his team did an excellent job mudding and painting three rooms - living room, bathroom, and utility room. He was professional, courteous, on-time, communicative, and did an outstanding job. I highly recommend Polanco Home Services for their high work ethic and dedication to providing a quick, fair, and satisfactory experience."
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Response time1 day
Response rate98%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Martinez Painting LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I'm so glad I found this company. They were quick to respond to my request. On time and got to work right away. We had them do a paint job and ended up having them do some stucco patch work as well. Both jobs turned out great. They are professional, friendly, and reasonable. We will definitely be working with them in the future."
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Adobe Painting and Decorating, Inc.
4.3(
41
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My partner and I hired Brian and his team to paint our stucco home with elastomeric paint. We are VERY happy with the results. Brian and his team did a thorough job of repairing cracks in our stucco, preparing EVERYTHING very thoroughly and then spraying and bankrolling the entire home. Every aspect was professional!!!"
Ext. Acid stain floor
Proper sealer is the key
Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Alex Pro Painting LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Alex Pro Painting Painting to paint our home interior. He was very professional, knowledgeable and attentive to detail. He and his workers were very respectful, clean and careful with our furniture. I recommend Alex Pro Painting to everyone I know. We were very pleased with his work!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JJJ Painting LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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+11

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Van Meter Painting
5.0(
6
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Serving Santa Fe, NM and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"Van Meter Painting did an excellent, efficient, and professional job repainting my home. The owner - Mike - was courteous and professional, and was clearly knowledgeable about paint and was able to provide some valuable advice and recommendations. They were able to complete the job for a fair price within the expected time frame. I will be using Van Meter for all of my future painting needs. They run an honest business and were a pleasure to work with."
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+4

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FAQs for painting projects in Santa Fe, NM

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.

The Santa Fe, NM homeowners’ guide to painting services

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.