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Kolors by Kara LLC
5.0(
109
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Serving Shelbyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"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 by90%of homeowners
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Painting The Town
4.9(
155
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Serving Shelbyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went well. A large painting crew showed up the first day to prep and paint the first coat. They did a great job. A few touch ups were needed and they came right back the next day to make sure we were 100% satisfied with the job. Great crew! Great work!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J & S Painting LLC
4.8(
44
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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!!!"
Painting the ceilings
Sun room painting!
During
Sun room painting!
During

+211

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Barlow Painting
5.0(
16
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Serving Shelbyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Highly recommend Sawyer Barlow – Barlow Painting! If you’re looking for a reliable, friendly, and professional painter, we can’t say enough good things about Sawyer. He was on time, neat, and delivered terrific results—the quality of his work really stands out. Sawyer is also reasonably priced, and just a pleasure to work with. If you need painting done right, give him a call at (859) 409-1487 or check out his work at barlowpainting.com. You won’t be disappointed!"
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work
My Work

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Sam's Home Painting Service
4.9(
16
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Serving Shelbyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Excellent paint job! The work was clean, professional, and exceeded my expectations. Great attention to detail, finished on time, and the results look amazing. I highly recommend them!"
Full kitchen/dining room, living room, and room.
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Precision paint and powerwash L.L.C.
5.0(
11
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Serving Shelbyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

At precision paint and powerwash we pride ourselves on being the best painting company in the area.\n\nWe've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing.

Deck staining
Deck staining
Drenched room
Drenched room
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by12%of homeowners
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Papas Painting and Construction
4.9(
13
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Serving Shelbyville, KY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were here early. The job was completed in less than 2 hours. They cleaned up after themselves. The price was fair. I'm satisfied with the job. The people were friendly."
Painted entire home
Painted exterior of home
Exterior painting
Privacy fence build
Privacy fence build

+37

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
254 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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