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Painter1 of Knoxville
5.0(
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+18 more

Serving Oak Ridge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"flawlessly ... except (chuckle) the inside of our front door got painted also instead of just the outside. The pristine white is rather noticeable but the whole entry and living room could stand to be repainted ... sometime down the road. lol Not a problem here. A few little bubbles popped up but we have left-over paint to fill them."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LM Coatings
4.9(
108
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+6 more

Serving Oak Ridge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"They are professional and prompt, accurate in their estimate and priced very reasonably. When unsure they ask, they are responsive to feedback and immediately fix anything mentioned. Pleasant to deal with and so respectful! They have now painted our bathrooms, main living rooms and our back deck posts that needed staining. They can handle a variety of painting tasks including removing wallpaper, putting down stain/smell blocker, painting trim and ceiling coffers and brought their own scaffolding. They were great to do additional coats when needed (like taking color to white) and were easy to get a hold of. They cleaned up after and put everything back where they found it. I will be hiring them again when Iâ m ready to paint my basement. I highly recommend this company!"
Deck before & after
Deck
Deck
Deck
New deck

+59

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Heritage Painting of Knoxville LLC
5.0(
9
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+1 more

Serving Oak Ridge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Heritage Painting of Knoxville LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Baby Room
Exterior Painting
Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R.E.I.L. Painting
5.0(
5
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Oak Ridge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Harrison (owner) is an open, honest, and hard working fellow who is intent on delivering the highest quality product. He had several difficult areas to paint and he was able to deliver a quality job in every situation. I had never had a professional painter before and was concerned about cleanliness as well as quality. This fellow delivered over and above on both counts. I was especially pleased with the way he took the time to make the necessary cosmetic adjustments to the ceiling and floor trim to ensure they provided the "pop" that his excellent paint job deserved. I took his advice when deciding on color and couldn't be happier. He never treated me with anything but respect and was never condescending - something, as a Senior, I've seen too much of. He delivered over and above what he promised and I would use him again and highly recommend him."
Master Bath
Master Bath
Master Bath
Master Bath
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Eastn Painting
5.0(
4
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+2 more

Serving Oak Ridge, TN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired Chris for a couple jobs. I had a customer at an Ethanol plant that needed a structure stripped and painted and it was pretty sizable, he did a fantastic job and in the time frame that I bid the job. My customer was extremely happy with his work as well as I. Another job he performed for me was a customer of mine in Omaha that had 4 interior rooms at his residence that he needed cleaned and painted, Chris did a wonderful job on them and went above and beyond to keep his work area clean when he was working and in-between the days he was off. I would Hire him back anytime but he has moved out of town. He would be an asset to anyone who would hired him!"
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
interior

+10

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Oak Ridge, TN

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.

The Oak Ridge, TN homeowners’ guide to painting services

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