Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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"They did an amazing job painting the interior, highly recommend them."
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Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Emergency services offered
"This group of men are very professional and very friendly. Come to find out, they can almost do anything you want them to do. I am so happy to have come across this company. Job well done and very quick."
Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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"These guys are the best, very professional! If you want your painting done right then hire USA Paint Masters"
+26
Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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GM Painting has been dedicated to offer painting services throughout Northern Kentucky and the greater Cincinnati area since 2017. Our goal is to always render dependable residential or commercial to house owners, renters and business owners that have trusted us to take care of their painting projects start to finish. We are knowledgeable in exceeding all of the interior painting and exterior painting. Contact us at (859)-640-9101
+31
Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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"Greg is great to work with and did an amazing job painting the entire main floor of our home. The pricing is more than fair and he got it all done in a good timeline. Would highly recommend Greg for any painting you may have to do."
+15
Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"Great work with painting and re working old Drywall always recommend them for the great job they do."
+21
Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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"Reasonably priced. Work completed on time. Did a great job. Would hire again for any paint projects."
+13
Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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"This company is the absolute best. I will use them again as needed and refer them to everyone I know. Mike, the owner is an artist with a roller. He runs his company the way it's supposed to be. He is experienced, neat, respectful and kind. Did I mention an excellent painter? Hire him and I guarantee you will not be disappointed in any way. It is hard to find a painter that is a perfectionist. I'm grateful that I did."
Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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"NCABRERAS Painting LLC did a great job. Picked up my table and refinished it in a couple of days. The table has never looked better. Very friendly and professional. I will definitely use them for my next project."
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Serving Union, KY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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"They did a great job and the painting was perfect! They did a great clean-up when finished."
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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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