Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They didn't really pay attention to detail. They slept paint on outlets door knobs window sills that another company had to clean or clear the paint so that I could open the windows lock doors and to use the outlets. They also recommended me to purchase an enormous amount of paint that I never used."
Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Will hire again if needed, strongly recommend. Saved us some money by perfectly matching paint to a damaged area instead of painting the entire area. Painted a bedroom and were neat and clean and the area looks great."
+95
Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I hired Steve to paint the exterior brick on my home. I was a little apprehensive as I knew painting brick can be difficult. Steve responded to my inquiry very quickly and provided a written quote within one day. He was professional, on time, neat and clean. Price was fair and work was expertly done. I would highly recommend Steve"
+13
Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1979
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Kevin, our Estimator, was involved throughout and made sure everything went smoothly. The crew was terrific and helpful in every way. They provided a color consultant and the painters provided valuable insight when the trim color we initially chose didn't quite look right when they started painting the trim, they took the time to let us know their thoughts and worked with us to get the perfect match. They also went above and beyond...When we lost power during one of the Summer storms, they offered to leave their generator and ample gasoline with us so we could at least keep our refrigerator running! Definitely will hire again!"
+19
Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They did a great job at paint removal and re-painting. The best recommendation I can make is that they cleaned up after they finished. To me this is a sign of a professional.."
+40
Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
"I hired Kiefers’s Custom Painting to paint the entire exterior of my home including the shutters and the exterior of my shed. Mr Kiefer was very personable and extremely easy to work with. Communicating with Mr Kiefer was a breeze with timely answers to questions and scheduling. His handling of details and paint colors was friendly and knowledgeable putting my mind at ease. His friendly team arrived on time and met all the needs of the job professionally to the agreed deadline. Outstanding reasonable work! Will definitely hire again in the future."
+9
Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"True professionals in every step of the project from the initial detailed assessment to the online paint choices to the final storage of the leftover paint in our garage. You won’t find a better team!"
+20
Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent job painting entire house. Has a good eye for detail!"
+22
Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"I searched on Angie’s List for a painter, and hired Shawn at the last minute. He did an amazing job. Shawn‘s work is neat cleaned up. His mess was on time and very professional and personal and I will hire Shawn again to do some more painting inside my home. I had my front door painted and my outside wood trim.. Shawn was very patient, very professional, did an excellent job. Shawn did an amazing job. The color looks great!. The sun beams right on my front door , so it’s refreshing to see the bright color again. onto my front door. Thank you Shawn!!!"
+5
Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"The crew was efficent,clean and high quality. They did everything we asked and more. I would highly recommend them for any painting job"
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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