Serving Mililani, HI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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Customers say: Super punctual
"Menco/Erin and his team did a great work painting my exterior house the prep is outstanding cleaning and caulking. The painting is veryclean."
Serving Mililani, HI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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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 Mililani, HI and surrounding areas
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Warranties offered
Customers say: True professional
"Robert did a great job, really professional painter, very hard working and gets the job done right the first time. Highly recommended and will definitely use again for all my painting needs."
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Serving Mililani, HI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
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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 Mililani, HI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2018
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Small jobs welcome
"Danny was an amazing person to work with. He listened to what we wanted and accommodated our needs. He went above and beyond what was expected to finish the job as promised and on time. Whatever painting requirements you have Danny and DPM painting can do. He was very professional and did a great job."
Serving Mililani, HI and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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Credit card accepted
"The painting team was very friendly and made sure we got are painting guestions answered throughly. The painters worked guickly and completed the job in a timely manner.They did a beautiful job!!My 🏡 home is smiling😊!!"
Serving Mililani, HI and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
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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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Serving Mililani, HI and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
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"Doug and Ryan are very friendly and extremely patient. I am in the process of selling my house and the buyer changed the paint type and the schedule. I was completely stressed out and working with them was such a pleasure. They did a great job and I'd definitely hire them again in the future."
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Serving Mililani, HI and surrounding areas
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Mr. Karl provided a very detailed proposal for exterior painting of my house and it wasn't the cheapest but it was the BEST offer and I got the most return for the money that I was investing in my house. Mr. Ray and his Team did an Outstanding Job painting the exterior of my house. I am very pleased with the work that they did. Very Professional!!!"
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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