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Kolors by Kara LLC
5.0(
110
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Shelbyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Kolors by Kara are the best painters I've ever used. Found them thru friends that raved about them. Since then I have referred them to many friends and they never dissapoint. They painted my entire home. The trim work and cabinet painting were perfect. They are very particular. Patching and painting my walls--they are flawless. They are prompt and professional. I will use them again and continue to refer. They are the bomb"
Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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J & S Painting LLC
4.8(
44
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or Stain+4 more

Serving Shelbyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Santos, Kevin and the entire J & S team completed my project in one day and it looks amazing! My daughter purchased her first home (a one bedroom, one bath condo) and it desperately needed a facelift. J &S definitely took care of that for us. They painted her living/dining room; bedroom; bathroom; and kitchen (including ceilings and trim) in one day! They are truly amazing! If I ever need anything painted, I will contact them in a heartbeat. I will also recommend them to all of my family and friends who may need any kind of painting needs. If you have a project that needs painting, don’t hesitate to call J & S Painting. They are professional, kind, and prompt. They’re great!!!"
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Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Barlow Painting
5.0(
16
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small Projects+2 more

Serving Shelbyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Sawyer was hired to paint my entire basement consisting of 2 large rooms and a closet. He gave me an estimate the very next day, on a Friday, I called on Saturday to accept it and we were scheduled for Wednesday @ 9:00, They arrived at 9:00 and started painting. They primed the new drywall and painted the entire basement. There was no mess and everything was cleaned up when they finished. It was an excellent job, and Sawyer and crew were very friendly and polite. There is no doubt in my mind that my next painting job will be with Barlow Painters. I highly recommend them for any painting job that you may have!"
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+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for painting projects in Shelbyville, KY

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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