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W. R. painting
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Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Worked with Makayla to get an estimate - the entire process was extremely professional and detailed! I did not end up going through with the drywall and painting project due to personal reasons not related to this group. I would highly recommend this team as I have seen the work they have done for some of my relatives!"
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+4

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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GM Painting LLC
4.9(
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Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

GM Painting has been dedicated to offer painting services throughout Northern Kentucky and the greater Cincinnati area since 2017. Our goal is to always render dependable residential or commercial to house owners, renters and business owners that have trusted us to take care of their painting projects start to finish. We are knowledgeable in exceeding all of the interior painting and exterior painting. Contact us at (859)-640-9101

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Deck staining

+31

Recommended by69%of homeowners
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Blue Chip Painting
5.0(
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Serving California, 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!"
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Interior Painting Project

+14

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by57%of homeowners
Five Star Painting of Erlanger
4.9(
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Serving California, 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."
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Five Star
Five Star
Five Star
Five Star

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Paint EZ of Cinicinnati
5.0(
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Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

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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!"
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Bath Wallpaper
Bath Wallpaper

+30

Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
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Kings of Clean
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Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Repairs to railing, powerwashing, sanding, staining. They did an excellent job with the deck, Ray was straightforward and honest through the entire process."
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+27

Response time7 hrs
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Brushes and strokes
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Serving California, KY and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

BAS Studio – Custom Murals by Artist Vidya\n\nI specialize in creating custom, story-driven murals that transform everyday walls into meaningful, beautiful spaces.\n\nFrom kids’ rooms and play areas to schools, cafés, and community spaces, my murals are designed to bring warmth, creativity, and a unique identity to your environment.\n\n✨ What I offer:\n • Custom-designed murals tailored to your space\n • Clean, professional execution with attention to detail\n • Collaborative design process (your vision + my artistic direction)\n • Indoor wall murals for homes, schools, and businesses\n\n🎨 My style focuses on:\n • nature-inspired elements (florals, birds, organic forms)\n • cultural and storytelling themes\n • playful, calming, or vibrant designs depending on your space\n\n📍 Ideal for:\n • Kids’ rooms & nurseries\n • Schools, libraries & learning centers\n • Cafés, studios & small businesses\n • Accent walls in homes

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FAQs for painting projects in California, 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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