Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I recently hired Erivan for the first time to paint two rooms in my condo. He and his team did excellent work in a diligent and timely manner and at a very reasonable price. I will definitely hire him again and recommend him to anyone I know who needs painting done."
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"High Definition Painted the entire interior of my home 12 plus rooms. My Wife and I are extremely happy with the results. We also had High Definition paint the exterior of my home several years ago and were very happy with the results. Would highly recommend this Company and will call them for future painting jobs."
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Brian and his team were great. Not only did they do a great job painting, but Brian had us leave all furniture in place and his team moved it to paint and moved it back in place before we got home. Extremely helpful for those of us that don't have time to be rearranging furniture morning and night. They also assisted determining where some stains were coming from by removing drywall and replacing it, in an awkward area of the ceiling. They repaired and looked like new. Highly recommend Brian and his team."
Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 1992
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Paul and his team were absolutely fantastic! They were so courteous and respectful and meticulous in their prep and carpentry work- and we had A LOT of things that needed fixing like rotted windowsills, broken deck stairs, incomplete trim moulding, broken shingles and a crooked garage cupola. They fixed it all! Now my 115 year old house looks so beautiful and I can’t thank Paul and his team enough. They were also so tidy and cleaned up their work areas every afternoon before they left. If you’re considering Olde England Painting just hire them. You will not be disappointed. Last but not least, they were also the most reasonable quote I got and I met with 5 other painters. I would hire them again in a heartbeat!"
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Husky Design Painting went above and beyond delivering expert paint services. He was helpful, patient and knowledgeable when it came to selecting the best paint for our home. He was accommodating to our timeline and flexible. Highly recommend their painting services."
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Fantastic! From our first meeting with Brian Timmons to our last, we were extremely impressed. The quality of work and the employees’ professionalism was very impressive. We will be recommending Arch Painting to our family and friends!"
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Pete did a phenomenal job on this project. Our home needed a lot of TLC and Pete was extremely knowledgeable about how to help us achieve the look we wanted. He has a great attention to detail and accommodated all of our requests. I would highly recommend Pete and Premier Painting for any of your home needs. I look forward to working with him on future projects we would like to complete in our home."
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Adam came the day after I called him and did a terrific, quality, job staining our pergola. While there he also kindly painted our bar supports at no extra costs! We highly recommend Adam and will use him for other projects in the future."
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Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We are extremely pleased with the work Silas did for us, painting the exterior of our home. He is very professional and detail oriented. Our house looks amazing. Silas is great to work with and always prompt. He has also done interior painting and deck staining for us. We are very happy with all of his work and highly recommend him."
Serving Manchester, NH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"In addition to Dennis's excellent painting skills, his experience and knowledge of different products to use was excellent. He also went beyond expectations of working with a contractor. He returned every communication promptly and answered all questions. When I wanted advice on improving some areas around the house prior to his start of work, he made an extra trip to stop by in person, provided his thoughts on best practices, and even lent me some items to use until the project start. I would definitely recommend Dennis for your painting needs."
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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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