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Top-Rated Painters in Oberlin - Updated Nov 2026

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LMNEAL Painting Co.
5.0(
7
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects+3 more

Serving Oberlin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr Neal is very nice and very personal. He pays very close attentions to details and would not hesitate to have him do other painting for us. He is very professional and paints the project in a timely manner. and he is very respectful and enjoys his type of business. You will not go wrong by calling him for an estimate and would hire him to do your work."
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+3

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Benfer Painting
5.0(
5
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms

Serving Oberlin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Logan did a fantastic job painting our kitchen, living room, bedroom and bathroom. He was professional and easy to work with, He has attention to detail yet completed the job timely, I would highly recommend Logan for your painting needs! Here are some before and after of our kitchen and living room."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate100%
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CDJ Remodeling
5.0(
120
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+8 more

Serving Oberlin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Chris and his team painted a deck with multiple wood walkways leading off the deck, stained a lattice, and they also stained the wood that we have on a building that we use for a patio/entertainment area. There was a lot of work involved with these projects. They handled the job quickly and with perfection! Awesome work! The wood looks new again has a beautiful natural glow to it! We will for sure use Chris and his crew for many future projects!"
Response time6 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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ATI Construction & Repair
5.0(
8
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Oberlin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Andy does it all. He painted every square foot of our home, including trim and doors. Repaired trim and drywall. Installed appliances. Hung fans and light fixtures. And more! The quality of work is outstanding and his attention to detail is exceptional. We are asking Andy to work on exterior matters this Spring and Summer. Andy cleans up at the end of each day. He is meticulous and being very picky homeowners, we appreciate the quality of his work."
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Primary Painting
5.0(
1
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For Business

Serving Oberlin, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Oberlin, OH

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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