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Nashville Painting Company
4.7(
1,871
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Due to foundation settling we had lots of cracks in the dry wall. We had them come in patch and paint, and touch up where necessary. 5 rooms total plus the garage. Their color matching was practically perfect. There were some hiccups and we did have to have the crew back out to get everything to 100%, or at least to an acceptable level. But they were eager to get everything to a state I was happy with and that's exactly what I wanted. I'm quite happy with the final result."
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+36

Response time3 days
105 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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KG Painting
4.8(
45
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very good job! Service was provided very quickly! Very dependable and honest guys! Would highly recommend them for any paint projects!"
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+57

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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The Painting Company
4.8(
27
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I couldnâ t have been happier with her work. She came when she said she would, finished before she said she would. She went above and beyond my expectations. I will hire her again for all my future painting needs."
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 fix up ceiling , drywall work

+62

Response time20 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Altract Painting LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I cannot say enough great things about the owner of Altract painting, Zack, and his team. They showed up on time every day, worked all day, cleaned up at the end of each day, and kept my home spotless throughout the entire project. I have a large home and they did the entire interior. They finished in the exact amount time Zack told me. I also received the full written estimate the same day Zack came out, which was a big deal because everyone else took several days to send theirs in. The cut in lines are immaculate and the colors recommended by Zack came out amazing. Altracts attention to detail from the initial bid to the completion of the job was great. I highly recommend this company to anyone in need of painting and I will have them back out in the fall to do my exterior. A huge thanks to Altract Painting for making my home look brand new! And thank you Zack!!"
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Response time8 hrs
Response rate88%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
The Paint Guys
5.0(
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Serving Cottontown, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The Paint Guys were absolutely the best experience ever...they came in, offered some advice in choices, finished on time and budget in addition to being professional and extremely nice crew. Our home interior is beautiful and multiple sheetrock issues are resolved. I would highly recommend them and would hire again as needed in a heartbeat."
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Cottontown, TN

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 Cottontown, TN homeowners’ guide to painting services

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