Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Very professional. Did a great job at a fair price. Have used them on several occasions for painting and power washing."
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Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Built a really nice screened in porch the way I wanted it. Took a little longer with weather but overall experience was great."
Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2025
Free estimates
"Shane was professional and pricing very reasonable. I highly recommend Painted by Shane to anyone."
+70
Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"E&J Painting painted the entire interior 1st floor of our home. They exceeded my expectations in a great way! On time, worked fast, and the work was of the highest quality! Was very satisfied and will not hesitate to higher again in the future!"
+47
Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1993
Free estimates
"I bought an Angie's List Deal for $200 for 8 hours of painting from Pride Decorating. Joe returned my call promptly and came out that same day to take a look at the space and let me know what would be feasible during the time period that I had paid for. He called me a couple days later to schedule.
He arrived right at the arranged time, did all the work that we discussed, cleaned up everything thoroughly.
He was professional, prompt, and easy to work with.
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+9
Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 1997
Free estimates
"The guys with Portee Painting did a fabulous job on the exterior trim of our home. No mess, no fuss, just good quality workmanship at a reasonable piece. Will definitely hire them again."
Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They did a great job. Our older wood siding was peeling badly. They did a great job power-washing and prepping all the surfaces and the paint job looks awesome. Courteous and helpful in giving me tips on how to help the paint job last well. Answer my many questions professionally, accurately, and promptly. Would hire again for sure!"
+5
Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Over 20 years of painting experience
Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"The owner, David Bennett, called within a few minutes of receiving the service inquiry, and stopped by 3-hours later to see the work to be performed, and left a quote for the work after his inspection. He explained his process thoroughly for removing stain from the patio concrete, which he successfully completed in the quoted time 3-days later. The patio was in NEW condition at the conclusion of his work."
Serving Lawrenceville, IL and surrounding areas
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Did a good job showed up early everyday"
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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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