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Top-Rated Painters in Stow - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Pro Coat Painting
Pro Coat Painting
5.0(
20
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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+4 more

Serving Stow, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Pro Coat Painting did an amazing job! Ryan definitely has a talent for what he does. The painting he did for me turned out perfect!! Ryan is professional, fast and makes sure the job is perfect!! . I couldnâ t be more happy with pro coat painting and would definitely recommend them!!"
Interior Before and After
Newly renovated basement
Newly renovated basement
Interior Before and After
Interior Before and After

+168

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Five Star Painting
Five Star Painting
4.8(
34
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Stow, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Five Star Painters did an excellent job for us! They were on time, cleaned up perfectly, did some patching of nail holes before painting. Communication was great, courteous. I highly recommend Five Star Painting and will use them for future projects in my new home!"
Red Barn Project
Five Star quality!
Solid stain
New Deck
Just a little touch-up makes a giant difference!

+36

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Painter Bros of Akron
4.9(
21
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+1 more

Serving Stow, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Painter Bros Akron was the right choice for our wall and trim painting project-bar none!. They were so easy to contact and schedule. Painters were on time, professional and efficient, and did a fabulous job!! We will definitely use them again for our next house painting project."
Dining Room
Rec Room
Living Room
Bathroom
Kitchen

+2

Response time5 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
Avatar for Bower Painting Plus
Bower Painting Plus
5.0(
20
)
Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Stow, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bower Painting Plus was recommended to me by a good friend to tackle painting my living room (with three layers of a wallpaper border that needed removed) and painting my spare room. Every interaction with Alana was pleasant and professional. The estimate I received was accurate and she completed the job beautifully and timely. I cannot say enough good things about Alana, I will definitely recommend her to anyone looking for her services."
Cabinet Painting
Wood look LVP
Flooring update
Kitchen wallpaper
Kitchen Wallpaper

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Stow, OH

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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