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Schultze Painting
5.0(
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Steve did a tremendous job on our project. He painted the walls in our great room which has very high walls, our kitchen and our master bedroom (walls and ceiling). His work was of the highest quality. He worked quickly yet carefully, was very neat and always made sure that his equipment was out of the way at the end of the work day. I would hire him for any interior paint job that I had."
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+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Highrollers Painting, Inc
4.9(
84
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had Leo and his crew repair and stain our deck a few years ago, and had them back to paint our main level - bedrooms, bathroom, living room, family room, kitchen, and laundry. They also removed and refinished popcorn ceilings. Besides doing a great job. The guys from High Rollers are just fun to have around the house."
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+18

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Jose Gutierrez
4.9(
71
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jose and his team did a great job painting my kitchen cabinets and main floor! He was timely, very communicative and the job was gone very well. I will definitely be going back to him in the future if I need more painting work!"
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2025
Cabinets
Recent paint projects
2025

+50

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Resurrection Painting, LLC
5.0(
21
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had my ceiling painted in my entire house. I had smoke damage from my wood stove and paint on the ceiling. The previous home owner had a little girl who painted her room purple and got some of the paint on the ceiling. Dwayne did a beautiful, professional job. I could tell that he is proud of his work and his attention to detail. There was no dripping. The lines where the walls and ceiling met were crisp. I was surprised he cleaned my house and moved my furniture back after he was finished. I didn’t expect that. I would definitely hire him again for future paint jobs."
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+58

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Revel Painting
4.8(
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Revel power-washed our entire house, painted all the exterior trim and garage doors, and stained our deck, all in under two days. All surfaces were scraped and prepped before painting. They even matched the color of our siding when buying paint for the garage doors. Crew members were very friendly and professional. Highly recommended!"
Storefront Transformation
A Touch of Color to a New Build Exterior
Pergola and Gazebo Staining
Modern Twist to Full Exterior
Modern Twist to Full Exterior

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mike's Old World Painting, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and Mike did a wonderful job. They actually painted an entire townhouse, kitchen cabinets and took wall paper down in 2 bathrooms and painted. It was a rather large project for a home prepping to go on the market. I've already shared that I plan on hiring them again for painting my home's living/kitchen areas. Great communication, easy to work with, work happened as plannedâ faster than I even expected. I took a chance and so happy I did for this project."
Response time1 day
Response rate88%
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David's Painting & Decorating
5.0(
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1970

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired Davids Painting to clean and restain our 2 level deck. Each level is 10' X 20" with cedar shake wall along the lower level. They were professional, thorough and kept us informed on the progress of the project. They kept the area clean and neat all the while they were here and were very pleasant to work with. I would give Davids Painting a 5 Star Review and would reccomend them to anyone."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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MJQ Painting, LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had our kitchen cabinets and all of the upstairs rooms painted, and the results were fantastic. They had great attention to detail and the cabinets have the finish I was looking for. The crew was professional, reliable, and kept everything clean throughout the project. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality painting work!"
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Classic Finishes, LLC
4.5(
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Did an excellent job. I will be hiring him for future painting projects. He offered good suggestions. Completed project in a very timely manner. Very good customer service."
Plymouth kitchen
Plymouth kitchen
Plymouth kitchen enamel
Plymouth kitchen
Kitchen

+54

Response time8 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Forest Lake, MN

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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