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Avatar for Ruben Roman Painting
Ruben Roman Painting
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+7 more

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ruben Roman Painting was the best ever, I've had numerous projects completed by many paint companies, and Ruben was absolutely top notch, creative and completely within budget. Two thumbs up, amazing results and would hire again! :) Excellent all the way around. Lionel S."
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Leoni's Quality Painting Inc
4.9(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Anthony and his team are professionals! They are skilled, knowledgeable, trustworthy, and clean. My house has never looked better and I get a lot of compliments on the quality of the paint job. If you are looking for a quality painter, Anthony Leoni is it."
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Exterior Painting  Novato

+28

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Luis Painting Company
5.0(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+2 more

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Luis was extremely professional and did a wonderful job painting my kitchen. He was also reliable and affordable. I would highly recommend him to paint any room in your house!"
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Response time5 hrs
Response rate97%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for SMART & BEYOND PAINTING INC
SMART & BEYOND PAINTING INC
5.0(
18
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We hired Smart & Beyond Painting for an interior painting project and couldn’t be happier with the results. They were professional, clean, and paid attention to every detail. Everything came out looking fresh and beautiful, and they made the whole process easy and stress-free. Highly recommend!"
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting
Exterior painting

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Avatar for Cristoff Painting & Decorating
Cristoff Painting & Decorating
4.9(
16
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very satisfied with the exterior house painting done by a licensed and insured Cristoff Painting and Decorating. Owner was on time and gave me estimate on the spot. I interviewed all of his references, all praised him and his crew. Krzysztof and crew courteous, tidy, punctual and fulfilled every task as detailed in contract. I would hire him again without hesitation."
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration
Victorian Restoration

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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Custom Quality Creations
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+10 more

Serving Mill Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The owner Francisco is very professional. He showed up on time, answered the phone , listened & addressed our concerns. The house was powerwashed , primed , painted with 2 coats of paint ( rain off) that I selected. They finished in 6 days. We have neighbors and had to access their property. Francisco handle issues with the property manager , providing insurance, license, workers comp documents. A tenant had additional concerns that he resolved within a day. The painters worked hard everyday , priming doing caulking & repair work, especially at the top of the building. They were always polite and pleasant to work with. Super nice guys. The price was reasonable and I am very pleased with the service and work."
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Response time2 days
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Mill Valley, 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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