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W. R. painting
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsMetal Roofing - PaintExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+18 more

Serving Alexandria, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We highly recommend W.R. Painting! We hired them to paint our Shed, and our Decks, as well to replace some rotten wood on our Shed. Their attention to detail was terrific. Customer service was excellent, and their workmanship was top notch. They were a little pricey, but well worth the dollars spent. Thank you, W.R. Painting for a job well done!"
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+4

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Blue Chip Painting
5.0(
14
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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 Alexandria, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Everything was great! Ralph did an excellent job painting my walls & ceiling. They look all refreshed. He was very neat & clean during the process making sure there was no paint on anything that it wasn’t supposed to be. Very courteous & job was completed in a timely manner. Would recommend!"
Interior Painting Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Interior Painting Project

+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Deer Creek Painting
4.8(
59
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+3 more

Serving Alexandria, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"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."
Big Red Barn
Big Red Barn
Big Red Barn
Big Red Barn
Big Red Barn

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Five Star Painting of Erlanger
4.9(
8
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Alexandria, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Five Star team went above and beyond what I expected. I expected a great paint job but the house now looks ten years younger. Very professional customer service and painting team. I could not be happier. Arrived exactly when they said they would and an excellent price for the quality of work performed."
Five Star
Five Star
Five Star
Five Star
Five Star

+5

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paint EZ of Cinicinnati
5.0(
7
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Alexandria, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Michaels team were great and easy to work with. They showed up when they said they would and tackled our wall and cabinet painting, it looks fantastic. Low stress team, would recommend!"
Half Bath Wallpaper
Half Bath Wallpaper
Bath Wallpaper
Bath Wallpaper
Bath Wallpaper

+30

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ardon Painting LLC
5.0(
2
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+2 more

Serving Alexandria, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With several years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest. Call today!

Blue ash
Blue ash
Blue ash
Blue ash
Blue ash

+15

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FAQs for painting projects in Alexandria, KY

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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