Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Rob painted the hallway of our 4 storey condo, and also revarnished the much weathered front door. The entire project went so smoothly! Rob worked quickly, and neatly. The hallway looks fantastic. The entire job went so well, I asked him to paint our living room next!"
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Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We have just used RAP painting for the 3rd time for power washing and deck staining. They continued to provide the highest quality of work and professionalism. They go above and beyond in all aspects of their work."
Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2021
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"The best painter I have ever worked with! They painted 4 rooms in my house and did an amazing job. They were very responsive and professional and I would recommend them to anyone looking for a quality painter."
Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1977
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Excellent. Could not be happier. Rich and his crew were very friendly, professional, punctual, and neat. I was given all the details of the job before any work began. They completed the job in a timely manner and it looks incredible. I received many compliments from family, friends, and neighbors. I would highly recommend North Jersey Specialists for any exterior or interior painting/power washing jobs. I hope to use them again in the future for some interior painting projects."
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Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2005
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Joseph and his Team are excellent. They have worked with high attention to detail on our 1929 home. The Team worked six days per week (full days) and took great care to sand, prep, and paint (2 coats) with a brush. The Team was extremely courteous and it is evident they take pride in their work. Joseph was highly responsive, working side-by-side with his Team and stopping by independently to check the work progress. Their work helped restore the beauty of our classic Dutch Colonial. They were fairly priced, putting forth the time and attention that surpassed our expectations. I cannot recommend Joseph and his Team highly enough."
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Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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Credit card accepted
"Peter did a great job painting our rain damaged ceiling and walls in our living room, transforming it into a whole new living space. Because of his great work in our living room we hired him again to paint our deck. We are so pleased with all of his work so far that we will be contacting him in the future for additional projects on our home. He is trustworthy, gives fair prices, easy to contact and completes projects efficiently within the promised time. Highly recommend!"
Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Great work , the team was friendly, professional , meticulous, did a fantastic job. They did more than paint , they repaired deck boards , power washed ,sanded and then painted , the team was very neat and clean , great job highly recommend them"
Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We got our house power washed and rooms painted from Nick. Awesome job ! House looks like new and painting job looks beautiful . My biggest fear of hiring contractors is that they never come on time or skip a day or two , but Nick was on time ( actually a bit early ) every single day and focused on his job throughout the day . He is very well experienced so won’t do jobs that are going to mess up your project , he knows exactly what to do , and how to do it right . I have two little kids , so the paint quality he used was awesome , barely any smell or chemicals- really appreciate that . I’ll definitely hire him again ."
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Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1995
Credit card accepted
Customers say: True professional
"Great job done by Chifla’s Painting at my moms house, excellent work guys .."
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Serving Stanhope, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"He was very prompt and extremely polite and quiet. I was working form home while he painted and he didn't disturb me at all. I only have two complaints. He used outdoor primer in my kitchen, which smelled very bad and aggravated my asthma. Also, he didn't tape his edges, which led to a few slightly messy spots. All in all, he did a nice job and smoothed out the walls beautifully after all the damage from removing improperly installed wallpaper. I would hire him again, but I'd provide my own primer and ask him to tape crucial areas for neatness."
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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