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Wallmasters Painting, Inc.
4.9(
116
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Tom did a fantastic job. He was efficient and fixed all of the walls prior to painting. Not only did he complete everything to my liking, but he also offered advice on other projects I was doing around my home. If you are looking for a professional that you can trust, look no further than Wallmasters Painting."
Paint ceiling and woodwork. Install wallpaper.
Wallpaper Mural install
All Benjamin Moore: Aura matte on walls, Regal semigloss on trim, Advance satin on cabinetry.
All Benjamin Moore paint: 508 ceiling paint on ceilings, Regal semigloss on trim. Customer supplied wallpaper.
All Benjamin Moore paint: 508 ceiling paint on ceilings, Regal matte on walls, Regal semigloss on trim.

+52

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JMB Painting
4.9(
47
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan and his team were hired to paint the exterior of our house. They were extremely professionals fast honest precise! they went beyond as they washed all skylights all windows power wash the old exterior that was chipping due to a sloppy previous painter. They also did a remarkable touch up on our huge deck. I hope they can return this season to do our interior painting ."
High Gloss
Ship Lap
Bathroom/Ship Lap
Living Room
Kitchen

+5

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FC Paint & Pro Wash
4.6(
55
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Very very professional perfection Olvin Reyes Has fantastic workers I cant say enough I am so proud I would definitely recommend having this company paint your home apartment anything you need done They all were so kind and respectful !! Thank you, Elizabeth"
Orient point
Orient point
Orient point
Orient point
Orient point

+130

Response time10 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
perfection painting
4.5(
37
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+4 more

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Dennis did a fantastic painting job for us! His communication was great and on time every day. We will definitely use him again for another project soon! He really knows his stuff!"
Response time6 hrs
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Extreme Painting and Paperhanging, Inc.
5.0(
11
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving East Islip, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent experience. Great job - fair price. Work completed in exact time frame quoted. Tommy even changed my burned out light bulbs in my light fixture. I will absolutely call Extreme Painting and Paperhanging for my next project."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in East Islip, NY

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 East Islip, NY homeowners’ guide to painting services

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