Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They did a fantastic job. All my mouldings and door jambs were stained wood and I had them all painted white, they look beautiful. Job is perfect. Painters were professional and courteous. They also painted my kitchen. Would absolutely use them again."
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Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"I was quite pleased how the overall job went. There is many choices when it comes to contracting a painting job for us homeowners. Many of us don't do not undertake such activities very often and as such it is easy to be mislead, over pay, or taken advantage of in some other way. After interviewing 4 painters I quickly decided upon Tom. His professionalism, attention to detail, taking the time to explain all the steps involved, and even providing some feedback on colors separated Tom from the others. His easy going attitude and sincere personality were quite refreshing and his patience at explaining things was most welcome. I expect to do a couple of more rooms in the future and will most definitely contract with Tom again."
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Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1984
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Joseph did a fantastic job in painting the hallway, railings and post for a fair cost. He was very professional, on time, and a good communicator. I highly recommend Just right carpentry & painting!"
+55
Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We received proposals from several painters on Long Island, but Purely Paint provided the most thorough proposal, which included room by room details and pricing for the project. Mike advised us about paint choices and colors which were appropriate for our house. His team was neat and professional. The results were amazing! I would not hesitate to recommend Purely Paint if you are looking for excellent service and a professional painter who is engaged in the process from start to finish. D.F. Great Neck, Long Island, NY."
Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1982
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"B&B painters do excellent work!! Precise, clean , on time. Highly recommended. Will use them again for more work in our house."
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Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I used Cristhian from Precision Painting to paint the interior of my house and he was absolutely amazing!!! I am very particular and I have to say Cristhian did an extraordinary job and paid extra attention to every detail. He is truly so talented and provides excellent customer service and I fully recommend him and his team for any painting job you need!!! Andrea B"
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Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Great!! Scott and his team did a great job painting the exterior of our house. 3 story home so it was challenging. He used quality Benjamin Moore paint and matched the previous paint colors perfectly. He wrapped all the light fixtures and covered all the windows to avoid any paint splatter. They did a great job on all the window trims. They cleaned up like they were never there. Very happy with their work and we will use the for some interior projects that we are planning."
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Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1991
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"I had a bathroom and dining room ceiling painted. Both needed repairs prior to painting. John was really good and I would definitely use JP painting again. Both my bathroom and dining room ceiling looked great. He was neat, cleaned up completely and there were no surprise costs or issues in the end."
+11
Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Did excellent work and a very reasonable price. Would definitely hire him again for more painting projects."
+239
Serving Cold Spring Harbor, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Very nice paint and repair of old lathe and plaster walls. On time, neat and courteous."
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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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