Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"CLS did an excellent job painting our whole lake-house which included painting the paneling in the 2 story great room. Looks amazing!! They stayed on schedule & kept us informed of their progress."
Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We had some weathering along the bottom of our wood siding that Donâ s carpenter very effectively repaired. Between the repaired siding and the new paint, our two older cottages look brand new."
+125
Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"What a great experience working with JC Color Painting! Very professional and extremely quick service from start to finish. Will definitely have them back for future painting projects. Dave & Michele"
Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Ryanâ s been doing it for 20 years and we is very professional and knows his stuff"
+6
Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Chris has a great team, working for him. Tim, Brenden, & Magnus, work very well together Loved having them in our home My husband, always did our painting, but, a 2 story, lofted ceiling, was beyond his years Chris, went way and well beyond We praise him and his team Thank You Gary & Stephanie â £"
+17
Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"He painted the entire exterior of our home and powerwashed all the previous paint off and filled holes in the wood. He also restained the decks. It was a huge job. I would very much recommend him, he did an excellent job."
Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Mike from North Shore Stain was very prompt in responding to my query, looking over the project, and getting back to me with a bid. They completed the job as promised in a very timely fashion and the work is excellent."
+10
Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I hired a company highly reviewed on this site that walked off the job site prior to even starting, claiming he didn't charge enough as we negotiated the price. I waited 2 weeks to start this job and now I had no contractor. I called Dave Taylor early on a Monday afternoon for a quote, he showed up later that day. Monday evening he called and asked if he could start on Tuesday morning (!), when the other guy was to actually start painting. Dave and John showed up at 8:30 and the job was completed by noon on Wednesday. Taylor'd Painting was to start a 2 week job and he literally squeezed us in. I didn't feel I was in a position to negotiate a price, but we did I think we're both quite satisfied. I can't say enough about these guys, hire them today!"
Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Customers say: Terrific value
"Tarren completed several small painting projects. Interior and exterior. Worked patiently and promptly to accommodate our time frame. Clean up completed daily. Nice work at a fair price."
Serving Traverse City, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Joseph is a power cleaning maniac! Lol ! My house and garage look amazing. The house and garage look freshly painted! Sidewalks too. The gypsy moth caterpillars made a mess out of everything this year, and Joe, and his coworker did a great job"
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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