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Maltese Painting LLC
4.9(
9
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects+3 more

Serving Salisbury, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jim was a delight to work with ! Met with him for a quote and scheduled the job on the spot. No hassle or waiting. He completed the job exactly as promised and did an amazing job ! Very reasonable pricing. I will definitely use him again in the future should I need any painting services."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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CertaPro Painters
4.3(
75
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Salisbury, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The entire Certa Pro team supervised by Mario Mesa, was very polite, professional, extremely cooperative and very meticulous when it came to painting our home. We could not have asked for a better crew. They did an outstanding job. We would also like to thank Matt Unger our sales representative."
Garage Painting
Interior Prep
Exterior
Exterior
Interior

+1

Recommended by94%of homeowners
Nieves & Rodriguez Properties, LLC
4.3(
51
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain

Serving Salisbury, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Mr. Rodriguez did a job of painting a badly chipped kitchen cabinet. He advised me on the best type of primer to use to ensure it would not happen again."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Quality Restoration, LLC
4.7(
34
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Salisbury, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Elvin is great. He fixed my wood double front doors and applied paint that I had picked out, as well as new handles/lock. He took his time, was very polite, and made sure everything was in order before in left. My front doors look amazing. Will be hiring him again for more work around the house. Also, his pricing was very reasonable and on point for the amount of repair and painting work he did."
Response time7 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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SJM Roofing
4.2(
91
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Metal Roofing - Paint- For Business

Serving Salisbury, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Shawn called back very promptly and offered to come out the same day and do a repair on our roof. He matched the color of the shingle from a photo I texted to him and came with a first rate roofer who completed the repair promptly and did beautiful work. I could not tell there had been a repair and they left the workplace in perfect condition. I would recommend SJM Roofing highly."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate87%
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FAQs for painting projects in Salisbury, CT

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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