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Supreme Painting and Maintenance
4.8(
51
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Serving Cobalt, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Floyd and his team were absolutely great. We hired him for an interior paint job. He was timely, professional, and did an amazing job. We will be using Supreme Painting and Maintenance again in the Spring to perform power-washing services on my house. With this experience, Supreme Painting and Maintenance will be my go-to company for my home needs moving forward!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate98%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ambrocio's Painting
4.7(
42
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Serving Cobalt, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"Baldo was courteous, knowledgeable, and always on time. He and his crew prepped and painted my front porch floor, and side porch door and threshold. They did an excellent job cutting in the edges ... no easy task considering the bright brick red and black that I chose. Baldo took care to watch the weather so that the paint was applied in optimum conditions. They also gently power washed my 112-year-old home leaving it looking wonderfully refreshed. I highly recommend Ambrocio's Painting and would hire them again."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LTD PAINTING
5.0(
8
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Serving Cobalt, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dan and Anthony were absolutely wonderful and accommodating to my painting needs and even gave me realistic tips on quick fixes that made a world of a difference. I’ve hired them twice now and am incredibly grateful to have them as a professional paint squad."
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+27

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Fresh Coat of Hartford County
4.3(
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Serving Cobalt, CT and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Eric was a pleasure to deal with. Whether it is returning a phone call, replying to an email or a scheduled appointment his punctuality is spot on. He is also a very personable and nice guy. The overall quality of staining our deck was excellent. I have no hesitations about hiring Eric and crew again for future projects."
Ceiling
Kitchen
Mural
Siding
Deck

+18

Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Paintstar, LLC
4.4(
25
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Serving Cobalt, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jonathan and his painting crew were professional, courteous, neat, hard workers and very efficient. They cleaned up each day and left everything neat and covered. They were well organized and helpful. I highly recommend them."
Room with a View.
Adirondack Lake House.
Entry way
Fenwick
Entry Way

+29

Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters
4.2(
87
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Serving Cobalt, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We are so pleased with the painting from Juliano and his crew. They painted 2 interior rooms and a ceiling as well as stained 4 exterior doors. Their work was excellent and I would hire them again for sure!"
 Mystic Historical Job
 Old Saybrook Stain Job
 Mystic Paint Job
 Pawcatuck Business
 Mystic Residential

+8

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Painters
5.0(
13
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Serving Cobalt, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

We re a locally owned and operated company with 20+ years of industry experience. We value honesty and integrity and stand behind our work. We specialize in both interior and exterior residential and commercial painting projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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KBG Construction LLC.
5.0(
13
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Serving Cobalt, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bart gave us a very reasonable quote, came on time everyday and finished in a timely manner. He was very helpful in choosing paint color and wood and satin for wainscoting (which needed to be built and came out beautifully) the paint and the floors look great and we would recommend him and hope to have him back for future projects."
Painting - Interior Project
Painting - Interior Project
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+12

Response time2 days
Response rate88%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Cobalt, CT

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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