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Avatar for R & T Painting
R & T Painting
5.0(
10
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+5 more

Serving Lathrop, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Customers say: True professional

"I recently had the interior of my home painted and I couldn't be happier. The painter's did an excellent job. They were professional, hardworking, punctual, and paid great attention detail. The finished work truly exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend them to anyone looking to have painting in their home. Thank you both for helping make my home look beautiful."
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+33

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for Haro Services Painting
Haro Services Painting
4.5(
45
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+7 more

Serving Lathrop, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Terrific value

"I hired Hari service for exterior painting, fence , cabinet and garrage painting. Haro team has done great job. I am very happy with his services and would like to recommend who ever wants to get painting done . Price are very reasonable and competitive. Great job !!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate89%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Renovating Dimensions Painting
5.0(
9
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+8 more

Serving Lathrop, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"We had our entire new home build painted prior to our move-in date. We had an entry wall and 3 accent walls that were customized by Antonio, they all turned out great! His professionalism and attention to detail was beyond our expectations. The quality of the work was that of a company that painted the house as if it were their own. Would definitely recommend this company for your painting needs!"
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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+19

Recommended by33%of homeowners
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ColorBlast Painting
3.1(
79
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Lathrop, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Colorblast Painting did a fantastic job painting the exterior of our house. Great communication with Amanda at Colorblast in preparation for the job. She connected us with Rob at Sherwon-Williams who was great consulting on base and accent colors and even made visits to the site to ensure the end product came out as envisioned. Jose and Maria were a great crew and easy to work with. Excellent communication about the stages of work and progress. We will definitely work with the Colorblast team again!"
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+21

Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Lathrop, CA

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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