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A&J Painting
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Serving Barstow, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

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"I highly recommend Josh and Ayla, owners of A&J Painting. They did an incredible job staining the exterior Cypress wood at our office in Davenport. They worked on our project for about two weeks and were very particular and careful every step of the way. I really appreciated how well Josh and Ayla cleaned up every night before leaving and both have work ethics that are unmatched. I will certainly be using A&J Paining in the future. Thanks again Josh and Ayla!"
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Response time3 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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InTuition Painting
4.9(
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Serving Barstow, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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Emergency services offered

"Excellent job and everyone was very pleasant. Brian is wonderful to work with and his team does a remarkable painting job, very professional. Highly recommend"
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Response time7 hrs
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TRINITY QUALITY PAINTING
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Serving Barstow, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 1986

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Warranties offered

"Trinity Quality Painting is a company I would recommend! Angel responded to my emails in a timely manner and arrived on time as scheduled. He painted my hallway, stairwell and large bedroom over the course of 2 days. The paint job is absolutely perfect! He was very respectful of my home and professional! I know I picked a great company to paint my home and look forward to working with Trinity Quality Painting again in the future!"
Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Serving Barstow, IL and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

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"I hired for an extensive wallpapering and painting project in my home involving redecorating every room in the house, save the closets! I found Doug to be very pleasant to work with. He was excellent at communicating the progress of the job and any potential problems. I appreciated his input on design decisions like colors or the right room for a specific wallpaper. His work was highly detailed and meticulous. I highly recommend Doug for any of your wallpaper and/or painting needs!"
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Response time2 days
Response rate92%
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FAQs for painting projects in Barstow, IL

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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