Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Owner showed up on time for quote and for each day of painting (he did all of the work himself on our job) and did a great job on the timeline he had provided us. Excellent work, easy communication, excellent price, would definitely use again."
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Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Emergency services offered
"Excellent work. Painted exterior of two story home. Very detailed, honest and efficient. Highly recommend."
+13
Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"Eric is the owner of EJ painting. He is honest and hardworking. His prices are the best and his work always out shines the more expensive competitors. Eric works in my house when I am work and he leaves my house as clean as when he started. He has painted and done sheet rock in the majority of my home. He also power washed my garage floor! He’s extremely versatile and aims to please. I have never once been disappointed in his work. I will be hiring him again to do my bathroom next. A+"
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Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Warranties offered
"The job went very well.Bob was very professional and very in tune to my requirements and standards. I would have him do all my additional painting when I am ready."
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Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1987
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Emergency services offered
"John and Lou spackled and painted the interior walls and ceilings, and stained the front door of the house. These guys were punctual, clean, and responsive in addressing any and all concerns that I had during the job. The house looks gorgeous."
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Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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Warranties offered
"Mr. Franklin and his team performed a great job in fixing dry wall and painting the entire house. Paint looks spectacular and flawless. He is very professional and gave good recommendations on the selection of colors and styles. I will rehire them again."
+44
Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Painted our house. Did an amazing job. Not one complaint!!!"
+66
Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
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Warranties offered
"Outstanding service, beautiful mariculture paint job done in a very timely fashion. Highly recommend them"
+360
Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"On the Job Painting exceeded our expectations. They just completed an exterior paint job of our shingles and trim. The crew was prompt, clean, courteous and meticulous with their work. Keith checked in regularly to insure we were being taken care of. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a painting contractor, and I will contact them again if we decide to do any interior painting work in the future. You may get quotes from other companies that come in lower, but do not be fooled. On the Job Painting performs at a higher quality than the average company. For this type of investment we are happy we chose them over other bids."
Serving Highland Park, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Design Painting did a great job painting my baby’s nursery! Jeremys crew was very professional and thorough, they did an excellent job! I would definitely call Design Painting for future projects!"
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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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