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Avatar for Culver's Painting LLC
Culver's Painting LLC
4.7(
58
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+5 more

Serving Wales, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Culver's painting did a great job. They had the fence completed in one day with a crew of 4. We needed them to come back to do some touch up staining that they had missed, and they were back within a week to complete the job. I would definitely hire them again."
Original kitchen Cabinets
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+12

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Culver's Painting, LLC
4.9(
119
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+2 more

Serving Wales, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Had new kitchen cabinet doors and drawer fronts supplied by me painted by Culver's painting. Quote was fast, informative and professionally done, appreciated the onsite personal touch. Complementary color design expert was a huge help to us to decide on our final color of the cabinets and kitchen wall, Debra was great. Scheduling was very easy and personable. the cabinet doors and drawer fronts were painted to my expectations and delivered by the actual person who painted them. Overall well done painting experience."
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Victorian Exterior - In Process
Victorian Exterior - After
Victorian Exterior - After

+5

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Five Star Painting of Waukesha
4.8(
151
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+5 more

Serving Wales, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Five Star Painting did a positively excellent job for me! They came when they said they would, were very neat and tidy, and worked quite professionally. I would highly recommend Five Star Painting for your next interior or exterior paint/stain project!"
Before and After
Before and After
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Before and After
Before and After

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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Valencia Painting & More LLC
Valencia Painting & More LLC
5.0(
14
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+4 more

Serving Wales, WI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They painted our basement walls and floors. They also painted the foyer, stairway and upstairs hall. Excellent work. Very neat and sharp work, they were quick and they cleaned up nice afterwards. The crew was friendly and professional."
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney
Courtney

+27

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Wales, WI

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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