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Avatar for Bryant's Decorative Painting
Bryant's Decorative Painting
5.0(
21
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I can't speak highly enough about the experience I had with Geovanni (owner of Bryants Decorative Painting). From the estimate to the final product and walk through everything was seamless. The price for the product received was exceptionally fair. I will definitely be in using Bryants Decorative Painting for all of my future painting needs!"
Shutter Renewal
Shutter Renewal
Porch Renovations
Porch Renovations
Porch Renovations

+1

Response time6 hrs
Response rate95%
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MNM Painting and Decorating
4.7(
28
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"I needed both exterior and interior painting at a rental home I own. The company did a great job, very professional and handled the clean up."
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

+38

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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RJE Painting Company
5.0(
6
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business+1 more

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Very fast to come out to provide an estimate. Very fast to provide cost and super reasonable prices. Jason was incredibly polite and professional."
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Interior painting

+16

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shamrock Services, Inc.
4.2(
48
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+6 more

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I would highly recommend Shamrock services to do any job you need done !!! Adam is wonderful , not only always on time, cleans up after painting and is always professional. GREAT JOB. He painted my porch railings and porch floor. Went far above and beyond my expectations. Very reasonable pricing also !!!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Miranda Painting
5.0(
8
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+18 more

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service by Miranda Painting. They were always prompt and did a beautiful job going above and beyond what I could have even imagined. Would definitely have them back and highly recommend."
Pressure Washing Project
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos
Additional Photos

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Miranda Painting
5.0(
8
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+17 more

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have 20 years experience and specialize in interior and exterior painting services. We are fast & flawless and offer great prices. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Please see the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today

Gallery
Gallery
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Tight Line Finishers LLC
4.8(
43
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+2 more

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He painted my house within 3 days 4 bedroom 3 bath did amazing and left no mess ! Highly recommend him"
Staircase
Staircase
Staircase
Drywall patch
Drywall patch

+64

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Fritts Custom Finishing Co.
5.0(
5
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+9 more

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Family Owned & Operated since 1997\nWe specialize in bringing a high quality finish to any space.\nFritts Custom can handle any job from residential to commercial. \nInterior and Exterior coatings

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
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Roll With It Painting
4.0(
21
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+5 more

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Patrick with Roll with it Painting painted the outside of my house last summer. He did an excellent job and was easy to work with. I would use him again!"
Response time1 day
Response rate97%
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ed Daley
4.4(
31
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Metal Roofing - PaintMetal Roofing - Paint- For Business

Serving Michigan City, IN and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Seal Coat on a 101 degree day. Very pleasant to work with. Responded quickly. Received estimate within a day. Scheduled work for following week, completed earlier than anticipated. Satisfied on the good job done."
Barn roof
Barn roof
Barn roof
Barn roof
Barn roof

+5

Response time2 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Michigan City, IN

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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