Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2022
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Customers say: True professional
"J&A did a great job painting. On time, clean and very reasonably priced. Highly recommend for commercial and residential painting projects."
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2016
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Offers commercial services
"Great group of guys that communicated extremely well throughout the entire process. Cleaned up my entire side of my house professionally with paint chips or residue left behind. Would recommend them to anyone looking for professional results"
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2001
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Warranties offered
"I've used Fridholm Painting for several interior paint projects over the past 10 years. John and his team are always prompt, professional and efficient. I highly recommend Fridholm Painting."
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 1996
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"I have hired G & G painting many times over the last 10 years. They have always done great work at a very reasonable price. They are reliable, do quality work and clean up nicely after each job. It’s a company you can trust . I am lucky to have found them. I will continue to use G & G painting ."
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
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Emergency services offered
"Dede and his team were extremely professional and did a fantastic job painting our home and some interior rooms. We will definitely be hiring again!"
+5
Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
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Small jobs welcome
"Project was completed fast and professionally, almost in one day; job was to paint garage door, foundation, porch area including scraping rust on metal railing, repair & paint crumbling stoop."
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1988
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"Used clean cut to paint the outside of my camp, stairs & dock and additionally to stain the inside of the porch overlooking on Galway Lake last season. They did an outstanding job, the paint quality was top notch and the camp has not looked this good in meant many years. I delayed reviewing until a season in and the job still looks great. I would highly recommend for a quality job, timeliness and value."
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
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Customers say: Quick response
"My deck needed staining badley. He did the best he could and it has lasted the whole summer. I recommend George."
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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"Palla Painting did a great job washing and staining our deck. They were timely and efficient. Communication was great. Would definitely hire again."
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Serving Schenectady, NY and surrounding areas
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In business since 1990
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Customers say: Quick response
"Talk with Color Concepts before you go with anyone else. He is fair and FAST! Will be my go-to guy for all my painting needs going forward."
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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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