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Rainmaker Painting
4.9(
52
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris responded immediately. Came to my home on a Sunday and he & his crew started the next Tuesday. I never thought I could have my home painted in 8 days. From start to finish, he & his crew were here promptly at 8am. From the prep to the final coat of paint, they were professional and thorough. Not a spot of paint on my brand new floors. The price I was quoted was the price I paid. It was worth every penny. I plan on hiring them again for my kitchen and bathroom redo....I highly recommend that you do too!"
Rainmaker Painting 
Interior Painting Specialists 
(617)416-3965
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Interior Painting Specialists (617)416-3965 Rainmakerpainting.com
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Rainmaker Painting  (617)416-3965
After: Primed with BIN stain blocker/sealer.  Finish Paint is Benjamin Moore, Regal Matte Finish.  Color: Duxbury Grey. Trim is Regal, Semi Gloss. Color: Heron White

+305

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Schmidt Painting
4.8(
509
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Schmidt Painting is high quality painting company that I would HIGHLY recomend. Derrick and his crew painted the inside of my house from top to bottom. They have excellent workmanship and were on time everyday. Putting in long hours to make sure the job was done perfectly. We were extermely happy with their skill and their attention to detail. I would defintely recommend Schmidt Painting and would absolutely use them again. 10 + job. If your looking for a painting company look no more.... HIRE Schmidt Painting. You will be happy that you did!!!!"
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+20

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Charles Nicholson Painting
4.9(
41
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Charles painted the second floor of my in-law's new home in Brewster. It was a large room with cathedral ceilings, stained walls and a textured ceiling .as well as a bathroom. His workmanship is top notch; it looks like a new house! He was reasonably priced, prompt, cleaned up at the end of each day and made some recommendations to help make everything look perfect. Would definitely use again and highly recommend him!"
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T Jazelle Studio
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+3

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Regal Custom Painting, Inc.
4.8(
53
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They stripped the wallpaper in my family room and painted. They were very responsive, scheduled the work promptly and performed the work very quickly and well. I would definitely recommend this company. and, in fact, am already using them for another project."
Response time12 hrs
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
FCL Painting
5.0(
26
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"FCL Painting did an excellent job. Felipe answered my emails when I had additional questions. His crew is hard working. I had walls and ceilings done and they look brand new. They showed up on time, cleaned everything at the end of each day and were just a pleasure to work with."
Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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I.S Painting Corp
4.8(
27
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carla and Italo were a pleasure to work with. They were prompt and courteous with every aspect of the job, took extra care to protect floors and furnishings, and provided first class workmanship at a very competitive rate. There's nothing not to like about IS Painting. They will be my go-to Paint Contractor for future work!"
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+18

Response time3 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Universal Painting Services, Inc.
4.8(
46
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"They were meticulous about their workmanship in both painting & carpentry. They were also punctual, neat and friendly..They even helped investigate a problem that the cupola on my roof had with leakage. They were a pleasure to work with. In fact, I plan to hire them soon for yet another project painting and repairing my storage shed."
Interior Painting
Interior Painting
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Interior Painting
Interior Painting

+17

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A1 Painters
4.5(
60
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Serving Forestdale, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The team tackled a tough job of a badly deteriorating deck floor and railing. It took several days of sanding to get to a level and smooth surface ready for staining. In addition, they did window trim, fixed pulpy garage door and widow sill areas, power washed house and deck and painting a portion of siding that was peeling. Overall, a good deal of work done after a great prep job."
Moms Deck Replacement
Moms Deck Replacement
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Moms Deck Replacement

+455

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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FAQs for painting projects in Forestdale, MA

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 Forestdale, MA homeowners’ guide to painting services

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