Serving Kailua, HI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Customers say: Super punctual
"Erin and his team did a remarkable job. Erin promised to get our rental painted and some carpentry work completed in four days and they met their deadline. Not only did they do a great job, Erin is an excellent communicator and wrote a detailed contract that we appreciated."
Serving Kailua, HI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"John and his crew did an EXCELLENT job in painting my home . John was very nice, easy to talk to, and accommodating. I would highly recommend Max Painting."
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Serving Kailua, HI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"The BAKERS PAINTING LLC is Da Best!!! Everyone from Fabian, Ana and Team were very Professional, Respectful, Knowledgeable, Awesome Attitude and Honest. I could go on and on how great this company is, call them!!! If you want a great job, Call Bakers Painting. Wayne"
Serving Kailua, HI and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Warranties offered
Customers say: True professional
"Excellent quality of work! Rob is very knowledgeable and friendly. Rob performed work on time and without disrupting of any daily activity we have."
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Serving Kailua, HI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Danny helped us with deciding the final colors to use.He was patient and very easy to work with.Danny and his crew were professional and hard working.They work well together and skilled in what they do.They pay attention to the details.Communicating was easy as they were friendly with good attitudes.We are very happy with the finished product and. highly recommend their services to relatives and friends."
Serving Kailua, HI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Customers say: Terrific value
"Ted (Uncle Ted) the owner is people first man. He is 100% focused on his customers making sure what they want and need and then makes it happen. He is extremely knowledgeable. He is meticulous about his work. He isn't pushy and doesn't try to make you get extras done (the opposite infact, he painted a trim I had added around the bottom of my house and didn't charge me extra. He goes above and beyond. He was wonderful with my children and dogs. His workers work hard, they're professional and respectful. I will absolutely be using them again. Next up is the interior. I can't recommend or speek highly enough of Uncle Ted. He was recommend by someone we trust and highly respect and I can see why he recommend them. You're not going to get better work or customer service anywhere else. Absolutely outstanding. And despite coming across some unexpected things as you do with big projects his team still manged to finish a day ahead of schedule.."
Serving Kailua, HI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"We were very pleased with the work of Erin and his crew. We had every room painted in our condo as well as an outside patio and swing set. Their price was competitive with another company and much lower than a third company. Erin communicated well with us and completed the job in good time. We are elderly and canâ t move furniture. The men did this for us and put everything back nicely. We definitely recommend this company."
Serving Kailua, HI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Noah is very professional, timely on his estimates and has great attention to detail. You know itâ s a great paint job when the neighbors complement the work performed."
Serving Kailua, HI and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Workmanship was great and paint came out better than I expected. I also liked that I was updated on the job progress often. I would recommend Jodye’s Painting for all your painting needs."
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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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