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Proud Work Ethics LLC
5.0(
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Bob of Proud Work Ethics LLC. He arrived on time, quickly provided fair estimates and finished the project ahead of schedule. Bob cleaned up after each day and took care to be respectful when working in our home. It is evident, that Bob takes pride in his work. We contracted Bob for a large interior project, which included spackling and repairs throughout the house, ceilings in 10 rooms, complete painting of two rooms including a large family room with cathedral ceilings, and trim work. He exceeded expectations. The house looks amazing! If you are looking for someone to paint in your home, hire Proud Work Ethics LLC."
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+13

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Franklin Painting LLC
4.5(
165
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

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."
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Skyline Professional Painting
5.0(
61
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am absolutely over the moon with the phenomenal work Aymen did in my dressing room and it wasnâ  t easy. Due to years of water staining from poor ventilation from my adjacent bathroom, Aymen saw that the stains were still present when the paint started to dry. He made a couple of runs to Home Depot and successfully bought the walls to a pristine white! Aymen is a constant professional, trustworthy and reliable. The results were amazing and his workmanship is outstanding. His pricing is extremely good, he worked very clean and got the job done quickly considering all he went through to get it perfect. Iâ  m so excited and recommend his business to anyone looking for top notch service and stellar quality!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
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J & E Painting and Power Washing, LLC
4.7(
79
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great work , the team was friendly, professional , meticulous, did a fantastic job. They did more than paint , they repaired deck boards , power washed ,sanded and then painted , the team was very neat and clean , great job highly recommend them"
Response time1 day
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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JNA General Contractor LLC
4.9(
38
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Super punctual

"We were extremely happy with the plaster work did for us. Greivin first visited to check the job and provided a very reasonable estimate the next day. We scheduled the work for a week later. Greivin and his assistant showed up on time. They were very professional and friendly. The work area was cleaned to our satisfaction, and the ceilings were left ready for painting as agreed. We highly recommend JNA Contractors LLC for any plaster/drywall work."
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FAQs for painting projects in Hillside, NJ

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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