Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"J&A did a great job painting. On time, clean and very reasonably priced. Highly recommend for commercial and residential painting projects."
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Great group of guys that communicated extremely well throughout the entire process. Cleaned up my entire side of my house professionally with paint chips or residue left behind. Would recommend them to anyone looking for professional results"
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Fridholm Painting was highly recommended on the Nextdoor listserv by previous clients, so we scheduled a visit for an estimate for interior and exterior painting. John Fridholm personally came to provide the estimate within a few days, and he described what would be needed given what we were requesting (primer to cover murals, stain for cedar shingles). We decided to split the work into separate jobs - interior then exterior - given our budget, although we found his estimates to be very fair. Matt did the interior work - kitchen and bedroom. He arrived exactly on time each morning for the 2-day interior job. He was very professional, did a meticulous job, cleaned up thoroughly, and was super patient with my friendly but barking dog. I highly recommend Fridholm, and we will ABSOLUTELY have them back in the spring for the exterior work."
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Brian and his team did a great job painting the entire first floor of our home. They are professional and trustworthy and I would highly recommend them. The initial quote was done quickly, was accurate, and the work was performed very timely as well."
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Dede and his team were extremely professional and did a fantastic job painting our home and some interior rooms. We will definitely be hiring again!"
+5
Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Aldin of A & M Painting was excellent in all of the criteria listed; plus he truly saved us from making a big mistake. He saw what we chose for a paint color and was concerned we wouldn't like it, so he purchased a sample size and painted a few square feet for us to see on the wall. He was correct, we didn't like it and this gave us a chance to get colors we love, instead of being stuck with this choice. When I need to hire painting again, Aldin will be the first one I call."
+11
Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1988
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"They did exterior stain on our summer cottage and painted an interior bathroom. Both jobs were well done."
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"great! My deck had been painted over stained wood. The floor and railings were all peeling and total eyesore. Palma painting came at 8 am moved my deck furniture cleaned and scraped and then sanded everything. They then stained everything the railings and floor and it looks wonderful. Everything was cleaned up perfectly. I could not be happier!"
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Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Palla Painting received my request, provided me with a price a couple days later, and completed painting shortly thereafter. They showed up when they said they would and did a fantastic job painting my deck. I recommend them highly and will definitely be working with them in the future. Thank you Palla Painting!"
Serving Albany, NY and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Nick was professional, responsive, and thorough. I will definitely have him back for more painting projects in the future. I absolutely recommend him!"
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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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