Elevate Every Room with Clean Lines, Refined Edges, and a Finish Built to Last
Interior trim is more than just decoration. It defines space, frames focal points, and transitions movement from one room to the next. When properly painted, trim sharpens the lines of your home, reflects light beautifully, and increases perceived home value. TruCoat Painters provides expert trim and molding painting in Austin homes—from traditional wood casings in Northwest Hills to modern flat stock profiles in Easton Park.
We specialize in high-precision work, combining architectural accuracy with durable paint systems designed to resist wear, moisture, and yellowing in Austin’s variable climate.
What We Paint—and How It Affects Your Home
We paint all common and custom trim components found in Austin homes—including styles based on build decade and layout. Each type demands unique preparation and application.
Our trim work covers:
- Baseboards: 3–6″ MDF or hardwood with square or colonial profiles
- Crown Molding: Installed in formal dining rooms, master bedrooms, or great rooms in West Austin estates
- Chair Rails & Picture Frame Molding: Common in traditional builds in Balcones Woods and River Place
- Wainscoting & Panel Molding: Seen in historic homes in Clarksville or custom builds in The Hills
- Window and Door Casings: From builder-grade flat MDF to curved arch casings
- Interior Doors, Frames & Transoms: Including French doors, barn doors, and shaker-style panels
- Stair Parts: Risers, spindles, skirts, and railings, especially in two-story homes in Southpark Meadows and Meridian
Trim creates visual rhythm throughout your home. Our goal is to restore that rhythm with straight lines, consistent finishes, and smooth transitions.
Why Trim Painting Requires More Than “Cutting In”
Most trim is painted poorly because it’s done quickly—without accounting for adhesion, sanding, caulking, or sheen control. We approach trim as a precision craft, not a quick add-on.
Professional trim painting matters because:
- Trim absorbs and reflects light differently than walls—sheen inconsistencies show fast
- Even small brush marks become noticeable in sunlight or under LED fixtures
- Trim sits next to multiple surfaces—walls, floors, windows—each needing perfect separation
- Poor caulking or filler work telegraphs through paint and breaks clean lines
- Most trim materials (like MDF or previously stained oak) require surface-specific primers
Every TruCoat trim painter is trained in advanced edge control, proper masking techniques, and brush calibration—meaning you get sharp lines and smooth transitions without flaws.
Our 6-Step Trim and Molding Painting System
We follow a multi-stage process that restores damaged trim, ensures long-term adhesion, and delivers a factory-quality finish.
- Initial Inspection and Material ID
We identify wood species or substrate (pine, MDF, oak, polyurethane) and check for moisture, separation, or expansion. This step is crucial in areas like Lost Creek and Travis Country, where homes feature mixed materials. - Detailed Prep
We sand all surfaces to open the grain or degloss existing finishes. Dust is removed with HEPA vacs. Any water-damaged or swollen trim is noted and optionally replaced. - Filling and Caulking
We fill all nail holes, dents, and gaps using shrink-resistant putty. Caulking is applied to trim-wall seams with flexible, paintable silicone acrylics to prevent cracking during seasonal movement. - Priming
We apply bonding primers to MDF, shellac-based primer to stained wood, and stain-blocking primer to trim previously exposed to leaks or UV. For new trim, we seal exposed wood before applying paint. - Paint Application
We apply two coats of enamel (alkyd or urethane-modified acrylic) using angled sash brushes and low-nap microfiber rollers. Sprayers are used when possible for railings or paneling to ensure smooth coverage. - Final Finish Checks
Under natural and artificial light, we check each length of trim for streaks, flashing, or sheen variation. Touch-ups are made on the spot.
The Best Paints for Interior Trim in Austin Homes
Austin’s mix of high sunlight, dust, and temperature shifts demands durable, flexible coatings that stay clean and resist yellowing.
We use only professional-grade products:
- Benjamin Moore Advance®: Excellent self-leveling for smooth crown and baseboards in modern homes in Avery Ranch and Brentwood
- Sherwin-Williams Emerald Urethane Trim Enamel®: Fast-drying and ideal for doors in busy households in Pioneer Hill or Bellingham Meadows
- PPG Break-Through®: Great for garage trim, built-ins, and rental properties in Manor or Hutto needing fast turnaround
- Fine Paints of Europe® ECO (by request): For high-gloss custom millwork in luxury homes in Rob Roy and Spanish Oaks
We help you choose satin, semi-gloss, or high-gloss based on light reflection, design style, and ease of cleaning.
Choosing the Right Trim Color and Sheen
Color and sheen affect how trim defines the room. Most homes in Austin use white or off-white trim, but trends are shifting.
What we’re painting in 2025:
- Chantilly Lace or Simply White in Easton Park kitchens
- Tricorn Black or Iron Ore doors in lofts near The Domain
- Accessible Beige baseboards in remodels near Garrison Park
- Trim-to-match walls in minimalist spaces in Bouldin and The Grove
- Semi-gloss railings in stairwells of homes in Circle C Ranch and Highpointe
We consider the contrast between flooring, cabinetry, wall tone, and ceiling light when selecting trim color. For heritage homes, we can match existing wood tones or transition from stain to paint.
When to Repaint Trim
You should repaint trim if:
- It’s chipping, especially near baseboards or corners
- Caulk lines are separating
- Sheen is dull or uneven
- Trim color clashes with updated walls, flooring, or cabinetry
- You’ve removed carpet or installed new flooring—gaps and scuffs become more visible
- You’re prepping the home for sale and want to clean up worn edges
Trim is often the first thing buyers or guests notice. Clean, consistent molding helps a home feel cared for and up to date.
Trim Painting Throughout Austin and Surrounding Cities
We paint trim in homes of all sizes, from east side flips to west side estates.
Examples from recent projects include:
- Baseboard repairs and repainting in homes in Parker Lane and Springfield
- Door casing color updates in Gracywoods and Wells Branch
- Crown molding refinishing in Georgian-style homes in Oak Hill
- Full trim conversions from stain to soft white in The Commons at Rowe Lane and Teravista
- High-gloss trim matched to wainscoting in condos near Mueller
- Entryway trim upgrades in Pflugerville, Liberty Hill, and Hutto
We’ve worked in builder homes, remodels, and custom residences—adapting the finish level to suit the home’s architecture and owner preferences.
Book Your Trim Painting Estimate Today
TruCoat Painters delivers crisp, durable trim work that stands up to wear while elevating the look of your home. Whether you need to refresh your baseboards, match new flooring, or restore crown molding, we bring experience, detail, and care to every inch.
Call (512) 813-0708 or book your free trim painting estimate online to get started with Austin’s most trusted trim and molding painters.