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Carolina Superior Paint Co.
5.0(
59
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+5 more

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kerry and his crew are very personable and easy to work with. Pricing for the job he did for us was fair. Takes pride in the quality of their work and do not take any shortcuts. Highly recommend this company for any painting or staining needs."
Davenport
Davenport
Davenport
Davenport
Davenport

+1

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Advanced Painting by Woody
5.0(
7
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+3 more

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

"Woody is Exceptional ! He is incredibly skilled, knowledgeable, and detail-oriented. He can tackle just about anything and consistently delivers high-quality work. He takes pride in doing things right, pays attention to the smallest details, and never cuts corners. Reliable, professional, and truly talented — I highly recommend him!"
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior 2
Exterior 2

+24

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Driftwood Painting and Property Management LLC
5.0(
9
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+9 more

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Drew of Driftwood Painting did an absolutely fantastic job painting the interior of my townhouse. He moved and put back all furniture so we didn’t have to, and my house was very clean when he was done. There was nothing for us to do but put things back on the walls and enjoy our beautifully freshly painted walls. He also pressure washed the outside and did a fantastic job. Our home feels and looks brand new again."
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JDF Remodeling
5.0(
30
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+2 more

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very professional and personable. They showed up when they scheduled the work to be done. The painting of the cabinets looked AMAZING and they did a fantastic job. I would highly recommend them. I’m very picky and their work was A plus with no flaws."
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Painting - Interior Project
Hardwood Flooring Sales/Installation/Refinishing Project

+89

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Wilmington, NC

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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