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Top-Rated Painters in Cumberland Foreside - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for J&L Finishes, LLC
J&L Finishes, LLC
5.0(
30
)
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+5 more

Serving Cumberland Foreside, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Went very smoothly- workers were very diligent in performing the work necessary for preparing and painting. Torey and Evan were on time every day and I can’t say enough about how satisfied I am with their work. Will hire them again in a minute. They went beyond what I expected. So thankful for painters like them!"
Hallway brush work
detailed brush work around items
All item covered prior to paint
After pic
Painting over stairs

+30

Response time1 day
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Avid Painting LLC
Avid Painting LLC
5.0(
10
)
Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving Cumberland Foreside, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alic did an amazing job, he showed up every day that the weather cooperated in order to get the job done in a timely manner. The deck was unfinished wood prior to him coming and now it looks incredible! We would definitely hire him again for any other painting needs, interior or exterior!"
Exterior Painting Project
Project 6/27/2023
Exterior Painting Project
Project 6/27/2023
Exterior Painting Project

+26

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Riverside Painting
4.9(
53
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+6 more

Serving Cumberland Foreside, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excelent work. Very responsive to questions. I was out of town for the painting process yet the painting was accomplished and exceeded my expectation. Very happy with the results."
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
Avatar for True North Painting
True North Painting
5.0(
14
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+3 more

Serving Cumberland Foreside, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired True North Painting for our Seasonal home in Rangeley. Dylan was fantastic and bent over backwards for us and completed this job over a weekend! This was a full interior painting of all rooms. With the home already furnished and lived in, Dylan was meticulous in protecting all furniture and flooring. His worksite was clean and organized. What amazed us the most was the precision craftsmanship where the walls meet the ceiling. These lines were razor sharp. The mark of a true professional. We are extremely pleased with True North and will be hiring them again to paint ceilings and trim."
Full house repaint
Full house repaint
Full house repaint
Full house repaint
Full house repaint

+9

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
By the Numbers Painting
4.6(
84
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Cumberland Foreside, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"James is such a pleasant person to have around while heâ s working on improving your home. He is great with communicating and planning. He cleans up at the end of each day. He does a fantastic paint job. He shows up on time every day."
Facelift ... Please
Facelift ... Please
Results ... Beautiful
Results ... Beautiful
Results ... Beautiful

+1

Response time4 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Afterwalls Painting
Afterwalls Painting
5.0(
12
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Cumberland Foreside, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Ben and Afterwalls Painting were phenomenal to work with! We hired them to do a light restoration and stain on our deck. Ben was courteous, efficient, left his work site clean and tidy, and did an awesome job! If you’re looking for a fair, honest, quality local contractor to do finishing work, I highly recommend Ben and Afterwalls Painting! 100/100 A+++"
Deck painting
Deck painting
Deck painting
Full house
Full house

+7

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
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Fine line painting
5.0(
13
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+2 more

Serving Cumberland Foreside, ME and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Don and his crew were pleasant, professional, showed up on time and communicated well with me during the project. He did a great job prepping my garage floor for epoxy painting and clear coat application. He pays attention to detail, answered any questions I had and cleaned up after working. His services are fairly priced and I highly recommend him and his crew! I liked his work so much I've hired him to prep and paint my deck!"
Living room
Project One
Project One
Project One
Project One

+8

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Cumberland Foreside, ME

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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