Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
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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 Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Lindo responded to my request for a quotation more promptly than two other painting companies. Most of the painting in my house will be interior, but the exterior doors were painted on Monday before the weather gets too cold. Omar did an excellent job: he cleaned up, was polite, put everything back the way it was, and the quality of the painting makes our doors look like new, including the two front "double" doors and a side door. During the job, whenever there was a question, Omar always did the higher quality approach, even if it took a little longer: he removed all the small window shades that were on the door and their hardware (and put it back), he patched a couple of holes in the doors, he prepared the surfaces including sanding existing paint, he painted all nearby wood, including the door frames, using exterior green or exterior white, and then used interior white on the insides of the doors. Painting of all the remaining interior work will be this winter; if that's done as well as Omar did on the doors on Monday, then my wife and I will be very happy."
+52
Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Essential Painting is a professional, well run operation. Alencar's crew is courteous and skilled. I highly recommend Essential Painting Company"
+109
Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1999
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Warranties offered
"K Rod painting provided excellent service at a very good price. They were on time, professional, neat and clean. They had to sand down the siding on the south side before painting. After painting they were unhappy with the results and on the own decided to paint another coat. It looks great. We have already recommended K Rod painting to several people. Highly recommended. You will not be disappointed."
Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2009
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Warranties offered
"Perfect. This was not a typical job. Normally painters paint flat surfaces. This job was to paint (stain) 62 6-sided boards installed as a pergola. I tried to do it myself but only did 4 boards before I gave up and called Target Painting. (Another company refused the job.) Gene was great, as well as all the crew. At one point, one of the painters went up on the roof to monitor the progress and inspect the hard-to-reach places. Everything was great, including the cleanup."
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Evolution Painting did a fantastic job painting my house! They’re meticulous and I highly recommend them. I can’t say enough good things about their work! Ten. stars!!!"
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"They were very professional. They showed up when they said they would. The front and back stairs look fantastic. They even painted the sides of the back exterior stairs which wasn’t included in estimate. Would definitely use them again!"
+52
Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Life in Colors was great. I would definitely hire them for a paint job again."
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Customers say: Terrific value
"Mark did an excellent job painting the interior, cabinets, mantle, and stair railing in my home. He also removed the wallpaper from the kitchen. His quote was competitive and there were no surprises in costs at completion. He was on time, careful with everything in the house, and cleaned up each day. He was easy to work with, has a good sense of humor, and I look forward to working with him again."
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Serving Maynard, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"I would highly recommend Star Painting for outdoor or indoor Painting projects. Edson came to my home and not only agreed to paint my deck and porch, but suggested that I have the bulkhead and door trimmings painted as well. The Painter also painted my front door for the same price. I received a contract via email which listed the agreed upon painting areas and price. I am very satisfied with the excellent service of Star Painting and the Painter that completed the job."
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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