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Spiros Painting
4.7(
71
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Taneytown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The price was very reasonable and their attention to detail was incredible. They finished in under 2 days and even came back a third day when I wasn’t happy with the color in the basement (I originally asked them to simply touch up, but the paint didn’t match)."
Exterior Painting
Exterior Painting
Interior Painting
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Perfect Painters
4.5(
75
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallMetal Roofing - PaintExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Taneytown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently quoted out the painting of our front hallway (includes vaulted ceiling) to 4 different vendors. We chose Perfect Painters because they offered the same level of service (and paint quality) as the other three, but were the most competitively priced (two of the other vendors over-quoted us for a very straightforward project - walls were in great shape: it was just a refresh paint job on the upper walls above the chair rails and molding. One was $1,100 more expensive than Perfect Painters!). When I told these vendors that they had lost the bid due to pricing, both suggested that they were "very comfortable" with the prices they quoted us and suggested that we might be getting a lower quality job from Perfect Painters. I can assure you that was not the case - the team arrived on time and quickly got to work covering the area in tape and plastic. The team of three expanded to 4 or 5 in the afternoon to complete the job in about 6 hours (2 coats on walls, ceiling and crown molding). They did an excellent job and left the space as they found it. I have no hesitation in recommending them and will use them again for my next painting job. Beware of other vendors out there who will jack up the price and try to justify it by suggesting that the job is complicated by elevation (the ceiling is about 19 feet high at the highest point - its called a ladder!, or the fact that they have to tape the banister!) Next time, I won't waste my time and simply have Perfect Painters do the job for me. They are honest and straightforward and the crew who did the job were very friendly and efficient."
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+16

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Witte Custom Painting, Inc.
5.0(
8
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Taneytown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Witte Custom Painting painted the interior of our house along with our cabinets and kitchen island and we couldn't be happier with the quality or value. Matt was very responsive and his team was extremely professional. We highly recommend hiring Witte Custom Painting. We will definitely be using them again for our future painting needs."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Anderson Home Improvements, LLC
4.9(
43
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Taneytown, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Doug was very professional. He had done multiple jobs for us, the last one was a half bath remodel. We are thrilled with the results. Doug took his time to make sure all our requests were met with the highest quality work. Changes in paint color and little add on details throughout the project were met with a smile and no complaints. We will definitely use Anderson Home Improvementa again."
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cabinets,flooring
kitchen
flooring and cabinets
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+1

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Blue Built, Inc.
5.0(
6
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Interior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For BusinessExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Taneytown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

"Josh and his team did an amazing job painting the interior of our home. They took the time to protect all of our floors and furniture, repaired imperfections in the walls before painting, and left everything spotless at the end of each day. The paint lines are crisp, the finish looks great, and they were professional from start to finish. Communication was excellent throughout the project, and they completed everything on schedule. I would absolutely hire them again."
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+2

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FAQs for painting projects in Taneytown, MD

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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