Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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Emergency services offered
"Sand primer and paint six large IKEA cabinets as well as caulking."
+119
Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
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"A&b painting was a joy to work with quality work and went beyond the scope of project. Highly recomment"
+10
Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
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"Stephen and Marvin and their crew did an exceptional job from start to finish on our painting project. They are true painting professionals, and not only did they do a quality painting job but the whole experience of clean up and the time it took them to complete the project went very smoothly and at a very reasonable price! Without question we highly recommend Paint the DMV and would definitely use them again….they are the best!"
+29
Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2005
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Emergency services offered
"Great job painting and very quick to paint my whole house. The whole process was simple. I would definitely recommend and hire again for future projects."
+30
Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
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"My fiancée and I just bought a new house that desperately needed new paint in almost the whole interior of the house. A good friend of ours recommended Advanced Painting so we decided to give Steven, the owner, a call. He was extremely friendly and came to look at our house the next day to give us a free estimate , which was very reasonable and affordable! We were so pleased with how the house came out once it was fully painted. The painting crew did an exceptional job!! They got the job done quickly without it looking the least bit rushed. Every single room, from the kitchen to the bedrooms, came out absolutely beautiful and you can tell its professionally done. When he gave us a quote he suggested painting our front door as well to add some curb appeal to our new home. It was inexpensive and made a world of difference! We will most definitely be using Advanced Painting again in the future to paint our finished basement and will recommend him to all our family and friends!!"
+23
Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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"They did a wonderful job. We have used Wilber’s Painting for multiple projects."
+166
Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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"Wolfgang’s estimate was competitive with others that I obtained but I chose him because of his professional handling of the job revenue and his estimate presentation. He and a helper completed this job in less time than he projected. They worked diligently. They were neat. And they did a high quality job. I would hire this company for my next interior painting need."
+32
Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
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"I recently moved into a new home and needed some work done in my garage. VA Painting responded quickly to my message, came out to inspect the garage, and completed the job within just a few days. They painted the garage walls and ceiling and did a great job sealing and covering holes, tape, nails, and cracks before painting. They showed up as scheduled, brought paint samples for me to choose from, and paid attention to the details. I really appreciated their professionalism, great attitude, and quality of work. The garage looks great, and I’m very pleased with the results. I would definitely recommend VA Painting!"
+46
Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1995
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Warranties offered
"My experience has been excellent. Mendez Painting Services LLC painted the whole house outside. Replace a lot of wood that had rotted, restore all the ceilings, and paint it. Replace some of the wood in the windows that were broken and paint all the windows"
+83
Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
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"The JP Painting Team did a great job repairing one regular dry wall hole and two textured dry wall holes. I was a bit skeptical at first as to whether they could match textures and paint for each repair but they did and I am extremely satisfied. I thought the price was a bit high but considering they travelled from Stafford to my residence and also travelled to purchase all materials, I didn't mind paying a little extra."
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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