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Morehouse Painting, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Forest, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Rodney is the owner of Morehouse Painting. He was on time for the initial walk through and provided a timely quote. He was able to start painting per my timeframe. Rodney and Jeff did an excellent job, They were on time every day. We were matching existing colors and they were right on with the paint colors. We have high ceilings in part of the house....no problem. We had numerous nail pops. Those were repaired properly and look great. They also caulked as necessary. The interior looks like new again. Morehouse Painting gives "attention to detail" a whole new meaning. They found and repaired areas I didn't even notice previously. The exterior painting was pretty routine. It was done well and looks great. I rarely write reviews. Morehouse Painting is #1 in my book. You can trust Rodney and Jeff to any of your painting requirements. And if you like baseball, classic rock and/or mushrooms, you will find a lot to talk about with them."
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+8

Response time3 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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MyM Painting LLC
4.9(
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Serving Forest, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"MyM Painting (M&M is the correct name) promptly answered my request for an estimate. They were so pleasant and professional. I hired them that day. We set a date for the job and they arrived exactly on time. They painted our kitchen, living room, foyer and a hallway. And we are completely satisfied! We are so satisfied that we will have them paint our master bedroom in the fall. Because of our satisfaction we will have them paint any other jobs in the future. We are so happy we found them!"
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+81

Response time5 hrs
Response rate86%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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White's Painting and Power Washing
4.9(
158
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Serving Forest, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent people to deal with! I hired whites to paint my rusty metal barn roof. They explained my options and gave me a fair price. They did the work while I was at work and I mailed them a check. highly recommend!"
Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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The Painting Group
5.0(
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Serving Forest, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The Painting Group did a great job. Once they started the job they stayed with it until it was completed. It was finished in a timely manner and they taped off everything. They did a great job with clean up afterwards. I highly recommend The Painting Group."
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+40

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Kessler's Painting
5.0(
4
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Serving Forest, IN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jeff kept his appointment for the estimate. He called to set the time to do the painting and showed up when he said he would. He did nice work and was able to charge less than his estimate. I would hire him for any future painting."
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Forest, IN

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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