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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Lola Houlton

10 baseboard painting mistakes to avoid – and what experts say to do instead

Black baseboard, orange tiles, white wall.

While painting a room can be reasonably straightforward, the area people often find the most challenging is the baseboards. This is especially true when the baseboards are a different color and texture from the rest of the wall, requiring different paints and techniques. 

In addition to knowing the proper steps to paint baseboards, understanding the common errors can ensure this task is done successfully, prolonging the life of your paint job and ensuring a professional-looking result. 

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