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Top-Rated Painters in Midland - Updated Nov 2026

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James Turner Painting
4.8(
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Metal Roofing - PaintMetal Roofing - Paint- For Business

Serving Midland, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"I read all the reviews, and recognized that many of my friends had used this company and gave them rave reviews. James was prompt in contacting me and came immediately to give the estimate. He and his worker were here Monday morning and worked basically 2 1/2 days and the job was job was done, everything cleaned and we hardly knew they were around. I had two bids and Turners was less than 1/2 of the other one. They also did some light repair work on worn parts of the trim and did an excellent job on that. His helper, Arnulfo, was very good with the prep work. We highly recommend James Turner Painting."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Sam's Painting
4.7(
31
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+3 more

Serving Midland, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We contacted Sam to give us a quote on a house 2,000 square feet house. He came that afternoon for my free quote. After shopping around and researching I felt more at ease using Sam. He and his staff were extremely polite, knowledgeable and professional. After being more than satisfied with how the house turned out we decided to have our shop painted as well. I would highly recommend using Sam for any and all painting projects."
Response time10 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Midland, TX

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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