Interior Door, Trim & Baseboard Painting San Diego
Scuffed baseboards, yellowed doors and chipped trim make a home look older than it is. PB Painting refinishes interior doors, baseboards, crown molding, window casings and stair railings with a smooth, hard enamel that resists scuffs and wipes clean.
Trim and Doors That Look Freshly Built
Interior trim is close to eye level and touched every day, so it needs more prep and a tougher finish than walls. We clean off grime and hand oils, fill nail holes and dents, caulk gaps where trim meets the wall, and sand the old finish so the new enamel bonds. The result is a smooth, even finish with crisp lines between trim and walls.
What We Paint Inside
We paint interior doors and door frames, baseboards and shoe molding, crown molding, window casings and sills, wainscoting and board and batten, built-in shelving, stair railings, balusters and newel posts, and fireplace mantels. Kitchen and bathroom cabinets are covered on our cabinet painting page.
Our Interior Trim Services
A trim and door project can include:
- Cleaning and degreasing high-touch areas
- Filling nail holes, dents and cracks
- Caulking gaps between trim and walls
- Sanding glossy or rough finishes
- Bonding primer over old oil-based paint
- Two coats of urethane-modified trim enamel
- Spraying doors for a factory-smooth finish when possible
Trim is often painted with walls and ceilings in a full interior painting project.
Prep for a Smooth Enamel Finish
Our trim prep includes:
- Protecting floors, carpet and hardware
- Removing or masking door hinges and knobs
- Testing for oil-based paint and priming as needed
- Sanding between coats on doors and railings
- Removing dust before every coat
Older homes may have oil-based paint on trim. Painting water-based paint directly over it causes peeling, so we always test and prime first.
The Best Paint for Trim and Doors
Interior trim needs an enamel that levels out, cures hard and does not stay sticky. We often use Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel or Dunn-Edwards Aristoshield, both water-based enamels that offer much of the hardness of old oil paints without the yellowing. Semi-gloss and satin are the most popular sheens. See our paints we use page for details.
White Trim, Colored Trim and Two-Tone Doors
Bright white trim is a classic, but painted doors and darker trim are increasingly popular for a modern look. Two-tone doors, with a different color on each side to match each room, are another option. We offer up to 10 free samples through our color consultation.
Signs Your Trim Needs Painting
It is time for a refresh if you see:
- Scuffs and chips on baseboards
- Yellowed white doors and trim
- Cracked caulk lines
- Brush marks and drips from an old paint job
- Worn paint on stair railings
Interior trim work is backed by our 5-year interior workmanship warranty.
How Your Project Works
1
Free Estimate
We look at the trim and doors, check the existing paint type and discuss colors.
2
Written Proposal
Clear scope with prep, primer, enamel, sheen and schedule.
3
Protection
Floors, carpet, hardware and nearby walls are protected.
4
Prep
Cleaning, filling, caulking, sanding and priming where needed.
5
Enamel Coats
Two coats of trim enamel, brushed, rolled or sprayed for a smooth finish.
6
Walk-Through
We reinstall hardware, check every piece and review the work with you.
Our Projects
Why Choose PB Painting?
PB Painting is a licensed and insured painting contractor based in Del Mar. Homeowners choose us for trim and doors because of:
- Detailed prep and caulking
- Smooth, durable enamel finishes
- Care around floors and hardware
- Clear written proposals
- A 5-year interior warranty
Get a free estimate for your doors, trim and baseboards.
Jennifer Fanelli
I just completed 2 painting projects using PB Painting as my contractor. The entire process from estimating the jobs to completion has been seamless. The team who painted led by Crescensio was super professional and did a fantastic job. Definitely consider this contractor for your next painting job – you can expect excellent service and quality!
Amanda Lee
The team at all levels provided excellent service and did a great job. I am very appreciative of their hard work and efforts that really went above and beyond. Many thanks!
Robyn Drake Swanland
I think my house looks fantastic! It’s an old house (early 1940s) and they were very attentive to removing the old paint and making sure all the cracks were filled. Everyone from PB Painting was so nice and so easy to work with and kept me updated on their progress daily. The project took longer than the initial quote but isn’t that normal? I would recommend PB Painting to everyone.
H Hewitt
I have used this company twice and will use them again in the future. They are very fairly priced, work fast and want to make sure the customer is completely satisfied before the job is fully finished.
Justin B Taller
We hired PB Painting to paint our San Diego office and they delivered outstanding results. The painters were careful around our equipment, worked quickly without sacrificing quality, and the paint job looks professional. They even made helpful color suggestions. Top-notch company!
Alex Best
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Nicole Minner
I found PB painting on the internet. I read the reviews and decided to contact them. Communication went very smoothly with Cameron and his team. He quickly was out to my house to give me a quote. His quote was reasonable so I hired them that day. Luis and David did amazing job painting my house. They were there on time every morning and worked really hard. I was very pleased with all their work and would recommend them to my neighbors and friends.
Yuan Mei
We hired PB Painting to repaint the exterior of our house, and we had a very positive experience overall. I was impressed by how responsive and prompt they were throughout the process. Cameron came by every day to check on the progress and make sure things were going well, which we really appreciated. We also want to thank Jose and his team for all of their hard work. They were careful, responsive, and put a lot of effort into making our house look nice. We appreciated their attention to detail and the care they took with the project.
Bryce Goldman
PB Painting just completed a full exterior paint job on our house in La Jolla and we couldn’t be happier. They owner Cameron was great and the quality of work his team provided was fantastic. They were super friendly as well. Will use them again. 5 stars.
Sabine L
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Very professional. Very amazing. And very fair priced. I hired them to paint a few bedrooms in a couple bathrooms in my house and they finished all within about a day and a half leaving a spotless job. I would absolutely recommend anybody looking for any work done.
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Service Areas
PB Painting provides interior door, trim and baseboard painting throughout San Diego and nearby communities, including:
- Poway
- Sorrento Valley
- Torrey Pines
- Solana Beach
- Del Mar Shores
- Fairbanks Ranch
- Carmel Valley
- La Jolla
- Rancho Bernardo
- Encinitas
- Greater San Diego
- Rancho Santa Fe
- Del Mar
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to paint interior trim and doors?
A few rooms of trim can be done in one to two days. Whole-house doors and trim usually take three to six days, depending on the number of doors and coats.
Can you paint over oil-based trim paint?
Yes, but it must be cleaned, sanded and primed with a bonding primer first, or the new paint will peel.
Do you spray interior doors?
When it makes sense, yes. Sprayed doors have a smooth, factory-like finish. Otherwise we brush and roll with a leveling enamel.
What sheen is best for baseboards?
Semi-gloss is the most durable and easiest to clean. Satin is a softer look that still cleans well.
Can you paint stair railings and balusters?
Yes. Railings are sanded, primed and finished with a hard enamel built for daily handling.
Do I need to be home while you work?
No. Many clients give us access and check in at the end of the day.