Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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Warranties offered
"Rob painted the hallway of our 4 storey condo, and also revarnished the much weathered front door. The entire project went so smoothly! Rob worked quickly, and neatly. The hallway looks fantastic. The entire job went so well, I asked him to paint our living room next!"
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Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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Warranties offered
"Kris was a pleasure to have working in our home. Quiet, punctual, neat and definitely the right choice. Would recommend to anyone looking for an honest, hard working painter. Gave great feedback as we chose the color and we were both thrilled with the results."
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Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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Emergency services offered
"We have just used RAP painting for the 3rd time for power washing and deck staining. They continued to provide the highest quality of work and professionalism. They go above and beyond in all aspects of their work."
Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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"They were true professionals and did an amazing job painting my bedroom. I will definitely use them again for future painting projects."
Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1977
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Customers say: True professional
"Wonderful, Rich and his crew were a delight to work with. Would highly recommend. Look forward to working with them in the future."
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Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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"Peterâ s skill was an incredible service to my new condo, which had clearly not been painted professionally in its recent past. He did both light interior remodeling, repairs, finishing, and painting. He was able to create a great surface from crumbling walls and great color even while handing the application challenges that no VOC paints possess. Before Peterâ  s involvement the project was very stressful for me and my investment partners, so his soft service skills were vital to the success of this project and one of the reasons I felt he was right for it. I was right! We overcame some unexpected roadblocks, but my picky investment partners actually love the colors and were very pleased with the quality of the work. He really cared to complete the job right and I am forever grateful."
Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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"Just had my house painted by Curragh Painting. I was so pleased with them. They are so professional, neat, polite, and do a fantastic job. Call Joe at (973) 847-3140."
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Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
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"I called them to come spray paint my unfinished basement black and they were able to come out the very next day. Very professional, good communication, fair price."
Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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Emergency services offered
"They did a satisfactory job of painting the exterior of my ranch house."
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Serving Lake Hopatcong, NJ and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1999
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Small jobs welcome
"We got our house power washed and rooms painted from Nick. Awesome job ! House looks like new and painting job looks beautiful . My biggest fear of hiring contractors is that they never come on time or skip a day or two , but Nick was on time ( actually a bit early ) every single day and focused on his job throughout the day . He is very well experienced so won’t do jobs that are going to mess up your project , he knows exactly what to do , and how to do it right . I have two little kids , so the paint quality he used was awesome , barely any smell or chemicals- really appreciate that . I’ll definitely hire him again ."
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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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