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Avatar for Colorway Painting
Colorway Painting
4.7(
69
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large

Serving Sweetwater, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were very personable and worked hard to complete painting/staining my 4 doors (outside). We are very pleased with the work done. Would highly recommend Shermanâ s Painting. I would give them 5 in all areas shown above."
Farmhouse
Farm house
Farm house
Farm house
Farm house

+55

Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
G&L Painting
4.6(
22
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Sweetwater, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"G&L Painting has done both interior and exterior painting on my two story, stucco home. Both painting projects involved a color change. Earl Lewis took the time to listen to what I wanted, then made recommendations as to proper preparation and paint quality choices. He demonstrated respect for my property by laying out drop clothes and working cleanly. Everything turned out beautifully, as he promised."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R.E.I.L. Painting
5.0(
5
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Sweetwater, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We hired Harrison to paint every wall, ceiling, and all trim in our home in Farragut. He is a wonderful communicator in both scheduling the work, completing the work, and wrapping the project up. We absolutely love the outcome, he did an excellent job getting every detail perfect for us. We also appreciated his expertise and advise in what types of paint to use where throughout the house. We canâ t recommend him enough."
Master Bath
Master Bath
Master Bath
Master Bath
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Dixie Paint Works
5.0(
1
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Sweetwater, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We are extremely pleased and happy with the job Andre and his crew did painting our home, and making repairs. Andre is a very nice person, easy to work with, and extremely good with colors and visualizing the whole project. Everyone was very respectful. We would recommend them to everyone, no one would have given us a better job. Thank you very much Andre and crew."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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G A Knox Construction
5.0(
1
)
Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+3 more

Serving Sweetwater, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired this professional to install ceramic tile in my bathroom, and I couldn?t be happier with the results. The workmanship is excellent?clean cuts, precise alignment, and a flawless finish that completely transformed the space. He worked efficiently, kept everything organized, and communicated clearly throughout the entire process. Everything was done on time and with great attention to detail. I?m extremely satisfied and would absolutely hire him again. Highly recommended!"
Tile work on a shower
Tile work on a shower
Backsplash remodel
Backsplash remodel
Backsplash remodel

+10

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
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FAQs for painting projects in Sweetwater, 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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