Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Chris and team did a great job painting about 2000 square feet of our home this spring. They were conscientious and diligent, especially in the daunting task of covering up poorly stained doors, window sashes and baseboard heaters as well."
+305
Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1997
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Schmidt Painting is high quality painting company that I would HIGHLY recomend. Derrick and his crew painted the inside of my house from top to bottom. They have excellent workmanship and were on time everyday. Putting in long hours to make sure the job was done perfectly. We were extermely happy with their skill and their attention to detail. I would defintely recommend Schmidt Painting and would absolutely use them again. 10 + job. If your looking for a painting company look no more.... HIRE Schmidt Painting. You will be happy that you did!!!!"
+20
Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"He did a good job & when there was more paint left over, he did my small hallway too at no extra charge."
Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2003
Small jobs welcome
Offers commercial services
"H&M was not the lowest bid, but they did a high-quality job in the shortest amount of time. On one of Cape Cods 90 F degree days, they prepped and painted an unairconditioned 8X10' pantry with two colors and lots of fixed shelves. At the same time, part of the team prepped, painted and polyurethane an interior staircase. Will use them again."
+18
Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1999
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Charles painted the second floor of my in-law's new home in Brewster. It was a large room with cathedral ceilings, stained walls and a textured ceiling .as well as a bathroom. His workmanship is top notch; it looks like a new house! He was reasonably priced, prompt, cleaned up at the end of each day and made some recommendations to help make everything look perfect. Would definitely use again and highly recommend him!"
+3
Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2014
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"BRAVO !!! I am thrilled with the beautiful painting job done by Regal Custom Painting at my home in Pocasset (Cape Cod) MA. The two Regal painters were courteous, careful to keep my gate closed, were pleasant, and did a PROFESSIONAL JOB for me. I had peeling paint on the windowsills ... metal baseboard registers that were showing their age, etc. Emerson, the owner, explained the process to paint the ceiling, walls, doors, and windows, baseboards ... using primer, sanding, etc. Additionally, I had newly installed flooring ... of course, one should have the painting done first ... then new floors installed, but I had to grab the floor installation date or wait until later in the Summer Not a problem, said Emerson, and sure enough, my new floors did not have any paint transfer to them while the baseboards were painted. I will be calling to have my Shed stained by Regal next! Highly recommend! Beautiful job using Ben Moore quality paint."
Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Customers say: Terrific value
"We bought a condo in Cape Cod and we needed to paint it but live out of state so we did not have any contacts in the area. We looked for painters over the internet and found Felipe at FCL Painting. Felipe was so professional, flexible, and easy to work with. His quote was fair, and his work was great. We were not there to check on the workday by day, so he kept us updated with videos and pictures. When we arrived, the condo was not only painted but also cleaned from debris. We felt incredibly lucky to have found such a reliable and trustworthy contractor. We will definitely use his services again in the future."
Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2004
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Oscar Painting completed the painting jobs on time and on budget. Oscar Painting is the best I have seen and very professional on what he do."
+4
Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Great up front quote. Didn't like how they only wanted to due 1 coat of trim paint and not 2."
+12
Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Customers say: Quality work
"They were meticulous about their workmanship in both painting & carpentry. They were also punctual, neat and friendly..They even helped investigate a problem that the cupola on my roof had with leakage. They were a pleasure to work with. In fact, I plan to hire them soon for yet another project painting and repairing my storage shed."
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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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