Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were exceptional from start to finish in painting my whole interior of our house. Absolutely one of the best contractors I have worked with in over 40 years of home ownership."
+83
Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Sergio and his team of quality painters did a great job painting our house. There was a lot of cutting and painting, they did a great job! I recommend Artwork Painting!"
Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Power washed a front concrete porch and a very stained wood deck. The deck in particular came out like new. Excellent work and very pleasant people. The only inconvenience was that the appointment time was changed several times."
+3
Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Everything was carried out professionally and beyond my expectations! Painting and trim was perfection and they left me a little paint for touchups.Price was fair and they were very pleasant to have around!! Would definitely recommend ????"
+29
Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"It was great! Everything went smoothly and it all came out perfect. Vivid Colors was super professional, accommodating and a great company to work with. Absolutely amazing paint job and carpet cleaning work."
+27
Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"The final look was absolutely beautiful. A certain color i picked didn’t look how i expected it to & they were more than willing to paint over and redo that section with a different color of my choice. Everyone was very respectful & professional. I will be calling back for more inside work!"
Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I use Sunrise Painting several times a year for both my clients I refer them to and for my own properties. He gets my quotes completed quickly and more importantly he gets the projects completed promptly. I also appreciate the owner, Halil, follows up each completion with his own final touch ups and cleanup. I think he and his firm are the best."
Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Louis provided the house exterior cleaning. He was very professional and his work was excellent, he also cleaned areas that were not in our agreement without any exta costs. I would definitely refer his services to anyone looking for power washing services."
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Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Hard working and did a great job with painting and drywall"
Serving Seaford, DE and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"Called them and he came by to look at the project area, gave me a verbal estimate at that time. The next day I received a written estimate (which was a little cheaper) and they completed the work within two days. Did what they said and it was pretty good work. Would hire them again."
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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