Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Awesome young man named Jose, very good communication. He was able to come 1 day early than scheduled. Price was perfect! I already scheduled for him to stain my fence. Highly recommended Believe painting!"
+119
Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We contracted with Chavez Painting to paint 3 large bedrooms, an upstairs hallway, and a stairwell with a high ceiling. They painted the walls, trim, doors and ceilings. When Mr. Chavez visited to provide a quote, he left us with a Sherwin Williams sample book of all their colors so we had plenty of time to select colors. He purchased the paint for us saving a trip to the paint store. Mr. Chavez and his team arrived on time, were very courteous and worked diligently. Before painting, they did a careful job fixing issues with the walls (nail pops, dings, gouges, and separating drywall seams). They covered our carpeting and all the furniture and sanded the walls before applying paint. They finished in two days and their work was beautifully done. We are very pleased with the result. A long problem seam we used to stare at every day going downstairs is gone! They repaired this difficult spot. We will use them again when we are ready to have the downstairs painted."
+161
Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They did a very nice job painting for me, they came on time, they were very upfront to me, I have no problems with them and they were very honest."
+8
Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The whole process went very smoothly and efficiently. I had used Manor Works to paint the exterior of my house 10 years ago and so I was familiar with their process. I contacted Victor Tirondola and scheduled an appointment to discuss what I wanted done. It was nice to see him again. He provided me with a quote that included power washing the house, replacing rotted wood with composite, caulking all exterior windows, and using a double coating of Sherwin Williams Duration paint (I upgraded the paint). I was pleased to see the same gentleman, Francisco, who painted my house 10 years earlier was still with this family run company. It was nice to see him again too. They do an excellent job on everything. I am very pleased with the results and would highly recommend them to others."
+86
Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Wow painted the interior of my home. They did an outstanding job and we can see the quality in their work. It looks great!!!"
+50
Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"This is the 4th time we have hired Solution Painting. The crew is always prompt, and professional and the work is fantastic. Their attention to detail and their diligence in cleaning up makes them stand out in their field. I will hire them again when I have another room that needs to be painted."
+21
Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Excellent painting service. Work was done well with attention to preparation, protection and quality. Touch ups afterwards were taken care of quickly and professionally. Kitchen cabinet doors were spray painted in a temporary "paint booth" in the garage and now look better than new."
+10
Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Antonio and his team were amazing! They worked so hard and did such an exceptional job! They were professional and did exactly what we had asked for. Would highly recommend Antonio and his team to anyone. Would definitely use Resolution Painting in the future for sure!"
+60
Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1992
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Our bathroom was remodeled down to the studs! The bathroom had new dry wall and the new paint tied everything together! (Used two different colors for the walls and ceiling for a custom touch). Our interior doors were also replaced with new door frames/molding. The painting for the new doors, trim, and surrounding drywall repair looked like a magazine when the work was completed. The team was a pleasure to work with, stayed on their timeline, and meticulously cleaned after their days work. We highly recommend Gibbs painting for all your home projects!"
Serving Alexandria, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Marvin and his paint crew did an outstanding job painting the front and back of my house! As requested, they also caulked around the windows and painted my front door with the paint color I provided. Marvin even stopped in and touched a couple areas that required additional paint. Overall, I am happy with the paint project results on the front and back of my house. I would definitely recommend Paint the DMV to anyone needing their painting projects completed."
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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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