Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They are really professional, hard-working and nice. They protect all the windows and doors while doing painting. I highly recommend SL Painting."
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Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Matt and his crew did an excellent job showing up on time and staying on schedule. Communications were open during the whole project and it was very easy to touch base with Matt during the process. Our ceilings and drywall cracks were repaired and painted to perfection. Very happy with all aspects of this project!"
Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Darren did a perfect job painting our bedroom. He was very neat, punctual, and personable. We would highly recommend him and plan to hire him again ourselves. It was a pleasure meeting and working with him on our paint project. A++++"
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Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Exterior painting of house was completed in a timely manner."
Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"They came at 7:30 in the morning and did three rooms and a hall painted a ceiling and weâ re out of my house and cleaned up by 5:30 that same day so it was the fastest most meticulous painting. I have seen the rooms look great they painted the front and back doors as well cleaned up everything moved everything back into place and I would highly recommend them. They did a fantastic job."
Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"To be honest my house has been a disaster ever since I moved in and I needed for someone to help me paint it and also repair it, And I must say I am in shock on how good quality they are I recommend them there trustable and very amazing at their job 5 stars no regrets."
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Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
Emergency services offered
Offers commercial services
"We recently had 3 rooms painted and the work came out absolutely perfect. The attention to detail, clean lines, smooth finish, and professionalism were outstanding from start to finish. They showed up on time, kept everything clean, and made the whole process stress-free. The rooms look completely transformed and exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality painting work done right."
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Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
Customers say: True professional
"They did our deck, walkway, and driveway. It looks great. Good prices too"
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Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2021
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I had a great experience with Jose. He didn’t just paint the walls but got rid of all the imperfections and didn’t multiple coats of paint. The walls look brand new. Showed up on time and didn’t leave the job until the project was completed. I will defiantly be hiring him again."
Serving Monson, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Santos did a great job with painting our whole house before we moved in. He started work when he said he will and finished right on time. Very happy with his services. Would totally recommend!"
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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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