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Jay's Painting Service
4.9(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+1 more

Serving Thornton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jay’s painting crew did a phenomenal job prepping and painting our house. They were very meticulously organized and looked at details that needed work before painting. They found dry rots that I didn’t even know it was there until they pointed it out. I really appreciate that they were very honest on the pricing of everything they replaced. Jay even helped us and suggested painting option. They catered to all the things we asked for and more. Overall work was fantastic and price was great! I give Jays paint services 5 full star!!!"
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Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Journey's Painting
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Thornton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Journey was very thorough in his prep and painting of our exterior 2-story house. We chose a dark color and it turned out wonderfully! Very pleasant and easy to discuss project with. Loved the work so much, that we've hired him for 2 more projects (interior painting and staining of pergola). Next project will be our front door."
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Cabinets Finished
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3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Caldwell Construction & Handyman Svcs
4.4(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+10 more

Serving Thornton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He arrived close to the time I was told and checked out the work to be done. He then left for about an hour to get supplies and when he returned he fixed the problem of the 1/4" gap between my floor and the threshold. He also replaced the casing on the left side of my door and painted it to match the rest of the frame."
Drywall By Caldwell Construction.
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Drywall By Caldwell Construction.
Full Bathroom Remodel By Caldwell Construction.

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Smith Coatings
3.9(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessMetal Roofing - PaintMetal Roofing - Paint- For Business

Serving Thornton, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1955

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Established by Fred Smith, Sr., in 1938 and relocated and expanded by Fred Smith, Jr., in 1955 in the Central Valley, and now working with his Son Fred and his Grandson. We have four generations of collective knowledge and experience that give us a unique advantage in providing professional services and knowledge to our customers. Here at Smith Fred Quality Roofing & Painting & Specialty Coatings we are able to provide the most value and innovation per dollar spent by providing satisfaction for every service that we provide to our customers.

Response time7 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
T.L.C.PAINTING COMPANY
4.5(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Thornton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! We have vaulted ceilings, and we refreshed the walls, ceilings, and trim throughout the interior. Tom suggested painting the outdated 80's wood fireplace trim a fresh white to modernize the look, and it looks great! The crew finished the work in two days, and were respectful and prompt. Would hire again next time we need paint-work."
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+6

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Custom Applications Painting
4.8(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Thornton, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was our second experience with Custom Application Painting. We had worked with them originally in July to repaint the interior of our home. I was so happy with the work they had done for us before, I couldn't wait to work with them again. Like before Custom Applications Painting took the time to understand what we wanted and made helpful suggestions. Because they did work on the inside of the home they were able to compliment the outside with new colors that tied the look of the home together. We have had several compliments from our neighbors on how nice the house looks. We will be working with Custom Applications Painting again!"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Thornton, CA

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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