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Avatar for Platinum Painting & Restoration
Platinum Painting & Restoration
5.0(
37
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Stanwood, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I found Brian on thumbtack after striking out calling businesses from internet searches. None of them returned my queries. He responded quickly and provided a quote within a couple days. He was easy to work with and did a good job on our painting project. He also noticed a pantry door our dogs chewed a hole in and offered to replace that as well. He does quality work at a reasonable price. I'm having him come back in the spring to stain our deck. No better recommendation than repeat business."
Dinning Area
Front Enterance
Living Room
kitchen
Office 1

+225

Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Gutted to Glory
4.5(
47
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Stanwood, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

It can be a daunting task looking for not only the right contractor for your job but also the right contractor for you. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules. We're not only here to turn your ideas into reality but to make it a memorable experience every step of the way. Call us right now, no matter where you are in the planning process.

Business Cards
Business Cards
Business Cards
Business Cards
Coretec Plus

+85

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Chris Miller Contracting LLC
Chris Miller Contracting LLC
4.8(
6
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Stanwood, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I am pleased to refer Chris Miller for any home painting project, from simple to detailed, that you may be considering. Chris painted my villa condo's large deck, railing, and pergola with excellent preparation and skill. He left the site tidy while work was in progress and cleaned up after himself when the job was completed. I was very pleased with the results of Chris's work and hired him to come back a few weeks later to do a few other small painting projects for me. Based on my experience, I would highly recommend Chris Miller Contracting LLC to anyone looking for a friendly professional painter. tidy while the work was in progress and made sure to clean up after the job was completed. I was very pleased with the results of Chris's work and hired him to come back a few weeks later to do a few other small painting projects for me. I would highly recommend Chris Miller Contracting LLC to anyone looking for a friendly professional painter."
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project photos
Drywall finishing
Avatar for CertaPro Painters
CertaPro Painters
4.8(
12
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+7 more

Serving Stanwood, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At CertaPro Painters® of Cedar Rapids IA, we know that finding the right team for your painting project can be overwhelming. We want you to have the best experience as we help your property come to life and we strive to deliver on our promise of care and quality. With our professionals by your side, the process will be easy and convenient — leaving you time for what matters most. Watch how we do it. We Do Painting. You Do Life.®

Exterior Repaint
Exterior home
Exterior Repaint
Cabinet upgrade
Fence or Decks

+3

Response time2 days
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Mae Woods Properties
5.0(
4
)
Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Stanwood, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Was able to help mount our tv and hang up a painting in under two hours. Had great communication in scheduling a time to come and worked very efficiently and gave us their info if we ever need anything or if anything happens to the objects they hung"
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Adonay’s General Construction
Adonay’s General Construction
5.0(
3
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Stanwood, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship, and complete customer satisfaction, from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large, or small the job. Call us today!\n

Roof installation
Roof installation
Painting
Painting
Painting

+2

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for TS Construction
TS Construction
5.0(
3
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Stanwood, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Ts construction is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and\ncraftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide\nour employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

Landscaping
Landscaping
Landscaping
Unit clean out
Unit clean out

+6

Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Christopher White
Christopher White
New to Angi
Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Stanwood, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

I've been doing handyman, construction, carpentry work for 16 years now. Over that time I've learned how to do countless different jobs and overcome various different snags and setbacks. Efficiency and dedication drive me and I will work as much as needed to meet a deadline.

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FAQs for painting projects in Stanwood, IA

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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