Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
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 Madison, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"EJ Painting; Eric was very professional. He is meticulous with painting as well as clean up. He did an outstanding job on making our house look new again. In addition, he is friendly and honest."
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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Warranties offered
"They really went out of their way fixing a hole in the ceiling. They patched the hole perfectly and painted, but the paint didn't match. So for only $30 extra they took a sample to the store, matched the paint, bought some paint, and re-did the painting! They are very fair and honest and did a great job for us. For sure will re hire."
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1995
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"Punctual, approachable, give honest Opinions. Very friendly. Relatable. Think in customers shoes. Give very good price. Would hire them for any painting job."
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"DJ Painting did a wonderful job. They were professional, kind and fairly priced."
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1989
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The last job went just as well as the previous 2 times we used Worry Free painters. Nick was great to deal with; he kept his word and gave us a very fair price. The painters did a terrific job. They made sure the surfaces were very smooth by taking their time to patch and sand before painting. They were polite and friendly. They did a very professional job and thoroughly cleaned up afterwards. We used them 2 more times because of the terrific job they did the first time. All of the different painters were consistently professional. We unconditionally recommend Nick and Worry Free Painters as professional painters. We were very pleased with the results.
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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Warranties offered
"The very best! Prompt, reliable and detail orientated. We've used the company in the past and will continue to do so in the future! The painted room and power washed house both look amazing."
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Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2014
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Credit card accepted
"Paint Plus did a superior job. Jhon and his team were meticulous to detail, extremely professional and finished way ahead of schedule. We would definitely recommend them"
Serving Madison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Rich and his team did a wonderful job. Everything they painted looks great. They were extremely pleasant and a joy to work with. I'd hire them again in a minute, and so should you."
Serving Madison, 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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