Serving North Amherst, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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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 North Amherst, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Credit card accepted
"NW Painting did a wonderful job power washing and staining my deck with two stairways. Melissa kept me informed all through the process. It looks beautiful now!!!"
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Serving North Amherst, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Small jobs welcome
"Paint project was nicely done. We appreciate Jamies patience with us. We will request Jamie in near future."
Serving North Amherst, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
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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 North Amherst, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2020
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Emergency services offered
"Michael did an amazing job. This was the third time we had the house painted and his work was superior to the other two times other two times. He is a remarkably skilled and hard worker. We couldn’t be happier with the results."
Serving North Amherst, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2004
Warranties offered
Small jobs welcome
"They painted the entire interior and then I hired them again to paint the exterior. They were great. They also replace bricks around a flower bed. They were very neat and cleaned every spec before they left"
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Serving North Amherst, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
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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 North Amherst, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 1985
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Offers commercial services
We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!
Serving North Amherst, MA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
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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 North Amherst, 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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