Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Owner showed up on time for quote and for each day of painting (he did all of the work himself on our job) and did a great job on the timeline he had provided us. Excellent work, easy communication, excellent price, would definitely use again."
+27
Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Emergency services offered
"Excellent work. Painted exterior of two story home. Very detailed, honest and efficient. Highly recommend."
+13
Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"EJ Painting; Eric was very professional. He is meticulous with painting as well as clean up. He did an outstanding job on making our house look new again. In addition, he is friendly and honest."
+75
Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Warranties offered
"Five Star did a fantastic job on the exterior of my house. Ryan provided a quote immediately and the crew completed the job in 2 days. I highly recommend them for any painting project. Cindy V."
+176
Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1987
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Emergency services offered
"Louis and John are experts at painting. They are neat, efficient, and were great with my home’s 100 year-old plaster walls. I found them to be hard working, on-time, and respectful to my home like it was their own. I highly rate the quality of their paint and of their painting."
+65
Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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Warranties offered
"They really went out of their way fixing a hole in the ceiling. They patched the hole perfectly and painted, but the paint didn't match. So for only $30 extra they took a sample to the store, matched the paint, bought some paint, and re-did the painting! They are very fair and honest and did a great job for us. For sure will re hire."
+44
Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They were prompt, neat and did an excellent job repairing and painting a severely cracked ceiling."
+15
Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My front is stucco & needed fresh paint after 16 yrs. He also painted my garage door to match the front door. It was a perfect match & I am very happy. Job well done, highly recommend Design Painting."
+152
Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1977
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"I have been very satisfied with the quality of the work. The house is sided with cedar shakes. The paint lasts about 9 to 10 years before requiring a recoat. (The trim lasts about half that interval.) Very little peeling occurs in that interval; the trim has always been the worst offender. The house is power washed in preparation. Primer is used as required. Spray equipment is used to apply the paint. The paint is applied evenly without any runs. Overspray is basically non-existent.
The workmen arrive when scheduled. Rich, the owner is there during the beginning of the job and periodically during the job. His foreman is there during the entire job.
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+11
Serving Perth Amboy, NJ and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Great job,much attention to details Worked with us with color choice and and made good suggestions in paint chouce and finish,house looks great!"
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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