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AW Painting
5.0(
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Painting or Staining - Small ProjectsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior or Interior Surfaces - Paint Removal+4 more

Serving Arlington, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We were very impressed with AW Painting. Austin did a great job both upstairs and downstairs. His personality and the work he did was very professional. We would definitely recommend AW Painting and hire Austin again."
Interior Painting
Cabinets transformation
Living room before painting
Interior Painting
Cabinets transformation

+86

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Timmons Painting Plus, LLC
5.0(
7
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain+9 more

Serving Arlington, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"These painters are ever more impressive and detailed than I ever imagined someone would be. We had multiple people come look at our house to be painted and Randy and Chris immediately stood out to us with their knowledge and understanding of what we wanted. And I never felt like we were being sold or pressured into anything. Highly recommend them!"
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+17

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Absolute Finishings
5.0(
21
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Arlington, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"This gentleman hung my curtains and made sure they were level. He hung my crucifixes and a picture. He even took care of my shower head. Everything was professionally done and he cleaned up afterwards. I will definitely be calling him again."
Bathroom
Office Window
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 1
Master Bedroom

+27

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Stile Construction Services
4.1(
27
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+7 more

Serving Arlington, NE and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Ray replaced some bad siding in various places, installed a new door/trim, added a gutter and ended up replacing windows for us. Sometimes weather and available workers were challenging, but he always kept me informed and was very pleasant to work with. Satisfied with the work and so far no issues-"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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RW Paints
5.0(
9
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms

Serving Arlington, NE and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Clark is a master of the brush. He turned a bathroom and a bedroom into areas of beauty. He worked one on one with us to get the colors we wanted. Clark was punctual, professional and the price was spot on with that he quoted. We were under a deadline to get the rooms painted and Clark worked out a schedule to meet our needs. Our experience with RW Paint was great! From now on, Clark is my paint guy."
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+12

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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JHW PAINTING SERVICES LLC
4.9(
11
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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 Arlington, NE and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I can’t praise Julian’s work enough. I was very pleased and look forward to having him back in the near future. He was prompt, persistent and proficient with an eye for detail, while focusing on the job at hand. Watching the care he took in his painting, including removing old paint coatings, applying various finishes, including primer, sealer and two coats of high quality paints, he also took the time to obtain the desired color needed. Along with all this, his pricing was more than fair for a job well done. Also, something you don’t experience everyday is, he wouldn’t accept my check until I approved all his work. In closing, I sound like an advertisement, but I’m trying to make the point of how pleased I was with his work. Thanks again Julian. See you again soon for some interior painting I need done."
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+16

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Arlington, NE

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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