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Erivan Da Silva Painting
4.8(
68
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Erivan for the first time to paint two rooms in my condo. He and his team did excellent work in a diligent and timely manner and at a very reasonable price. I will definitely hire him again and recommend him to anyone I know who needs painting done."
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+846

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Keane Painting
5.0(
104
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Keane painting has been our go to painters for many years. This summer they painted the interior of our entire home in West Roxbury before we put it on the market to sell. They also painted our new home before we moved in. Both places look excellent. Barry really knows what he is doing. His work holds up and looks flawless! His is truly the best there is!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate95%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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High Definition Painting Inc
4.9(
86
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are very pleasant to have High Definition paint service to work on our house. The crew professionally filled, sanded and painted the entire exterior. I am very happy with the paint result and I highly recommend High Definition."
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+32

Response time8 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Kennedy Painting
5.0(
108
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian and his team were great. Not only did they do a great job painting, but Brian had us leave all furniture in place and his team moved it to paint and moved it back in place before we got home. Extremely helpful for those of us that don't have time to be rearranging furniture morning and night. They also assisted determining where some stains were coming from by removing drywall and replacing it, in an awkward area of the ceiling. They repaired and looked like new. Highly recommend Brian and his team."
Response time1 day
Response rate92%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Olde England Painting
5.0(
56
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Paul and his team were extremely professional, meticulous, easy to work with, and kind. They arrived early each day, put in long hours, and paid attention to details that even I had not noticed! They went above and beyond to make our house look like a brand new home— from carefully caulking cracks, painting window shutters and the garage and front door columns too. Paul checked in with questions along the way that showed how conscientious he is— from painting an exterior AC unit (an eyesore previously) to the exterior foundational wall color selection and even removing gunk around a basement window— he took his time and the work was thorough and beautiful. We requested that he strip paint from one of the columns holding up our deck to match the other columns and the result is amazing— looks exactly like the others. On top of all this, the team got the job done in great time! Not at all rushed but impressively efficient. I can't recommend Olde English Painting enough. All our neighbors keep saying our house looks so beautiful!"
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+4

Response time5 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Rainmaker Painting
4.9(
52
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rainmaker Painting was fantastic to work with. I met face-2-face with four local painting companies before selecting Rainmaker. Chris and his Team did not disappoint! Fantastic prep work, repaired ceilings, moldings and even an antique front door that needed some attention. All this prep showed in the final results which was a stunning transformation. My wife and I were super impressed with the results after Rainmaker painted our ENTIRE house each room a separate color. The quality of paint and other materials along with Rainmakers experience and attention to detail makes all the difference. We highly recommend Rainmaker Painting, absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish (YES they even cleaned up after themselves :-) too."
Rainmaker Painting 
Interior Painting Specialists 
(617)416-3965
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After: Primed with BIN stain blocker/sealer.  Finish Paint is Benjamin Moore, Regal Matte Finish.  Color: Duxbury Grey. Trim is Regal, Semi Gloss. Color: Heron White

+305

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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ARCH PAINTING
4.4(
160
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Timely quote given. Project scheduled a few weeks later. Unfortunately will require some touch up painting but they left matching paint thankfully, otherwise would have been higher rating."
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+17

Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Supreme Painters Inc
4.9(
116
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Supreme Painting did an awesome job and in less time than originally estimated. They were also easy to communicate with, professional, and responsive. I would hire them again in the future."
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+52

Response time2 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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North Shore Painting
4.8(
59
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Peter and his team did an excellent job! The house needed a lot of carpentry repair (window frames repair, siding replacement etc.) All carpentry work was addressed. All the work was done with high quality. The house looks beautiful and I would recommend North Shore Painting."
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+5

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Quality Preferred Painting
4.7(
90
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Serving Cambridge, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had all the interior of our home painted and some carpentry work done as well. In addition, we had our kitchen cabinets painted white to modernize the appearance. We had a railing placed in our home. The Quality of the Painting was Exceptional. The painters did an outstanding job. Their work was of high quality and detailed oriented. They were always on time and extremely neat. It was a pleasure to have the painters in our home. Our home looks refreshed and beautiful. We would hire Quality Preferred Painting again. If you want exceptional painting and carpentry work done in your home or business with a highly professional team, call Steve Austin."
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+1

Response time3 days
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Cambridge, MA

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.

The Cambridge, MA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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