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Avatar for KG Painting
KG Painting
4.8(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Nashville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I first met Kenneth at an associate of mine house were he was doing some painting. At that time I need to have some painting done and I hired him. I was very pleased with the work and he has been my Painter ever since. K and G Painting is reasonably priced and you will be pleased 100%. I have used them on several ocasions."
Painting - Exterior Project
Painting - Exterior Project
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+57

Response time3 days
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Primo Painting and Remodeling
5.0(
27
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Nashville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had an excellent experience with Primo Painting. The painting job was completed on time and with great attention to detail. From start to finish, the team was highly professional, arriving on time and working diligently to complete the project within the estimated timeframe. The quality of their work was outstanding, with smooth, even coats and perfect attention to detail. Overall, I highly recommend Primo Painting for any painting project. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and excellent customer service made the entire process seamless. Thanks to Project Manager Sean, incredibly professional and meticulous in his work"
Recent Project
Recent Project
Recent Project
Recent Project
Recent Project

+2

Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Global Painting Pro
5.0(
31
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+1 more

Serving Nashville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fernando and Jorge were an absolute dream! After posting the need for interior paint job, Fernando responded within the first 30 minutes and was there same day to provide an estimate for the project. Jorge arrived on time just a few days later to get started, and had the job done in just a few hours (where other quotes expected the job to take days). Both gentlemen were so polite and professional. I would 100% recommend this company for any project, and look forward to hiring them for my next project as well."
Gallery
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Gallery

+24

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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360 Painting of Hendersonville
4.8(
38
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For Business+6 more

Serving Nashville, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The original quote was for "walls, 1 ceiling, baseboards. Quote did not include door trim. Who paints baseboards but not door trim? 360 painting should provide comprehensive "trim" estimates. I paid extra $200.00 for door trim. I don't know how they come up with their estimate amounts. It is not based on sq. ft."
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Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
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FAQs for painting projects in Nashville, TN

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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