Serving Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2019
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"ALB/Tony were great painters. Everything you could ask for as far as meticulous, neat and professional. Very thorough in their preparation, painting and post-painting clean up. Would recommend highly recommend them for both internal and external paint projects."
+19
Serving Rockaway, 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 Rockaway, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"A very good experience with ABC Painting."
Serving Rockaway, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Kris was a pleasure to have working in our home. Quiet, punctual, neat and definitely the right choice. Would recommend to anyone looking for an honest, hard working painter. Gave great feedback as we chose the color and we were both thrilled with the results."
+12
Serving Rockaway, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We have just used RAP painting for the 3rd time for power washing and deck staining. They continued to provide the highest quality of work and professionalism. They go above and beyond in all aspects of their work."
Serving Rockaway, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
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Credit card accepted
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. More than 15 years working looking forward to forming lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction. We are a Painting and Renovations company with passion and pride to provides the best job quality possible, with the lowest prices. Joshua Painting NJ & Renovations, LLC, was founded by the best painters and home improvement workers company in the state of New Jersey. We are now working as a wide range company, to reduce labor cost and bring quality at the best prices.
+92
Serving Rockaway, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1977
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Excellent. Could not be happier. Rich and his crew were very friendly, professional, punctual, and neat. I was given all the details of the job before any work began. They completed the job in a timely manner and it looks incredible. I received many compliments from family, friends, and neighbors. I would highly recommend North Jersey Specialists for any exterior or interior painting/power washing jobs. I hope to use them again in the future for some interior painting projects."
+11
Serving Rockaway, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"A wonderful experience from start to finish! Peter was honest, reliable and a perfectionist in his painting. My house never looked so good.... I will recommend him to friends and family!"
Serving Rockaway, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Painted the deck and fixed part of it... he was very professional and I would highly recommend him."
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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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