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Perfect Edge Painting
4.6(
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Serving Nicholasville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terry and his team did a great job painting my family’s new home. His schedule was flexible and accommodated our quick timeline without compromising his quality of work. Perfect Edge Painting is an incredibly professional team that takes their work very seriously and works with customers’ needs to ensure a perfect finish. I highly recommend this company for those looking to have all projects, small or large, painted with quality work at a fair price."
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+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Pro Painting Plus, Inc.
5.0(
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Serving Nicholasville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I highly recommend ProPainting. Aliâ s work is exceptional. He repaired and painted my deck as if it was his own. He is prompt and pays attention to detail. His price is fair and he is trustworthy. Yes, he is just that good. You will be happy you hired him."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Craven's Professional Painting
4.7(
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Serving Nicholasville, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a 911 painting emergency. Wesley Craven was prompt with a call back. He helped beyond the call with h my emergency. Kind, courteous, responsible, reasonable. Who could ask for more? Plus he delivered an A+ paint job to my bathroom. Itâ s beautiful and Iâ m so happy with it. Next heâ s going to paint most of the rest of my 1st floor."
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+6

Response time8 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JPC Remodeling
4.7(
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Serving Nicholasville, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JPC Remodeling is great!! I had a flood. JPC Cover all furniture with plastic and created a sealed off work environment with zipper plastic wall. Attention to detail is excellent. My ceiling & wall replacement, paint job was superbly done. I highly recommend JPC Remodeling. Very courteous, considerate and clean ."
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+37

Response time11 hrs
Response rate94%
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Velasquez Home Service
4.7(
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Serving Nicholasville, KY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"They have truly exceeded my expectations! They built custom doorways that didn’t exist before and were incredibly patient while ensuring the stain matched perfectly."
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+34

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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Nicholasville, KY

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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