Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Fantastic! From our first meeting with Brian Timmons to our last, we were extremely impressed. The quality of work and the employees’ professionalism was very impressive. We will be recommending Arch Painting to our family and friends!"
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Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Perfect. This was not a typical job. Normally painters paint flat surfaces. This job was to paint (stain) 62 6-sided boards installed as a pergola. I tried to do it myself but only did 4 boards before I gave up and called Target Painting. (Another company refused the job.) Gene was great, as well as all the crew. At one point, one of the painters went up on the roof to monitor the progress and inspect the hard-to-reach places. Everything was great, including the cleanup."
+92
Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"On time, well-organized, and a thorough paint job including sanding and scraping where needed. Paint looks great and friendly service. I would definitely recommend Reliant Painting."
Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I highly recommend Evolution Painting. We had carpentry work that needed to be done as well as staining the house. When a couple of unforeseen items popped up, they were taken care of as well. Each day, when they left you would never know they were there...excellent clean-up. My house looks great!"
+18
Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Life in Colors was great. I would definitely hire them for a paint job again."
+141
Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Very prompt response after initial contact. Specialty painting was exactly what I needed and this small owner-operated business fit the bill completely. We had an initial visit where we met & he assessed what needed to be done. He has a terrific eye for color, and matched exactly what I had. Scheduling was very soon thereafter, with no delays. The repair of the damaged portions of my 30-year old faux surface is now complete and nobody could ever tell a repair has been done, it is so seamless. Very reasonable price, as well. We expect to be working with Renaissance Revival on another job in our house."
+34
Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Gold Painting for a excellent and thorough job Thank you"
Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Oscar Painting completed the painting jobs on time and on budget. Oscar Painting is the best I have seen and very professional on what he do."
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Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Professional, courteous, and expert service. I will recommend First Class Painting to family, friends, and neighbors. One of my neighbors hired them while walking by."
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Serving Boylston, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"You should not hesitate to hire SBL Painting. They are my go-to resource for all my painting needs. They have painted both interior and exterior of my home. We have planned projects and unplanned projects. I needed a bedroom painted quickly and Shay was able to send a crew over and had the project finished in a day. They are knowledgeable, professional, courteous and reliable. You will not be disappointed."
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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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