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Avatar for RNL Painting & Design, LLC
RNL Painting & Design, LLC
4.9(
56
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"RNL painting came highly recommended from a friend of mine. With a new baby on the way it was hard to get the room painted on our own. We were so pleased with how the baby's room came out that we hired Rob to paint the remaining interior of our home. We love the warm and inviting vibe our home has thanks to RNL Painting. We highly recommend his services!"
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+27

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Worry Free Painting Inc
4.1(
146
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our house was in desperate need of painting and we brought Worry Free in to provide us with an estimate. Their price was more than competitive and their customer service was far better than I could have anticipated. From start to finish, the crew was professional, curious and focused on providing a positive experience. Our neighbors actually commented on how much care they put into protecting our landscaping and how professional the crew was. It’s amazing what a fresh coat of paint can do because our home looks great! These guys truly make it “Worry Free”"
EXTERIOR WOOD PAINTING
EXTERIOR WOOD PAINTING
EXTERIOR STUCCO
EXTERIOR STUCCO
EXTERIOR STUCCO

+19

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Wilber's Painting
4.7(
385
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+18 more

Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Wilbur's did an amazing job painting the exterior of my house. I worked directly with Erick who was always responsive and thorough. My house looks brand new. All of the crew worked until there was no more daylight to get the job completed on time. The crew were very courteous, never left a mess, showed up when they said they would. I would highly recommend!!! Thank you!!"
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+30

Response time3 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Sparacino Painting
4.7(
99
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Small+2 more

Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"John did a great job painting our deck. He is very professional, on schedule, hardworking and very efficient. I would definitely hire him again for any painting needs."
Staircase
Exterior Homw & Garage
Interior
Union Home
Response time7 hrs
Response rate88%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Van Gogh Painting and contracting Llc
5.0(
8
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"David and his team went the extra mile to prep and paint the exterior of my house as they have in the past. Meticulous attention to detail and all the vagaries that seasoned houses present are hallmarks of David’s work. This is especially important to me as the color scheme of my house involves five individual colors that need to be seamlessly incorporated. David and his Van Gogh team are definitely the ones to call if you have a vintage home with complex, multicolor gingerbread detail. David is wonderful to work with and his advice about paint color and attention to structural issues come from decades of work in the field."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Borja Painting
4.8(
22
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Interior Surfaces - Paint or Stain- For BusinessPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving South Orange, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Freddy and his team did a great job painting the interior of my whole house. He and his team are very pleasant to work with. They cleaned the work space after they finished each area, and put the room items back in place. I was able to work in the house while the painting work was going on."
Cleaning concrete
power washing
power washing
Cleaning concrete
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+60

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in South Orange, NJ

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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