Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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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 Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
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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 Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2001
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Warranties offered
"I used this company to paint my soffit and home trim. The team was professional and did fast expert work. Would use again."
+8
Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2012
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"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 Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 1992
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Emergency services offered
"Great, had my deck stained and house power washed, money well spent. Scott and his team have also painted inside my house and repaired a stair handrail and it was completed with great quality and a fair price."
Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Contractor provided a free estimate. He scheduled the work and started on time. Contractor scraped old paint, caulked and replaced rotted wood before painting. Contractor also replaced screens on back porch. Contractor showed up on time, answered all questions happily and left area sparking clean each day before leaving. The painting job was fantastic. I am very pleased and would enthusiastically recommend this company."
+78
Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Customers say: True professional
"It went great. They were timely, professional and friendly. I would recommend them to anybody that needs a wallpaper removed or need any painting done in their home."
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 1990
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"B & M Painting did some drywall repair, painting, and recaulking our crown molding. It did a great job and the crew were very professional, efficient, and friendly. Billy was very reasonable and pleasant to work with. Looking forward to hiring B&M Painting again. I highly recommend it."
+8
Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Jose and his crew were wonderful to work with. They were very professional and finished the job in 3 days (7 rooms and 2 hallways), walls, ceilings and trim. They made sure the job was done to my satisfaction. I would highly recommend Advancepro for any painting job."
+11
Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"I have hired Carlos and his team many times, for Outside painting, inside painting, deck repair and stain, concrete and stone repair and stabilization, power washing and outside handrail installation. All the work has been completed very diligently at reasonable prices and I couldn't be more satisfied. Definitely the go to team for great work."
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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