Serving Champaign, IL and surrounding areas
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"Very professional work. We had dark and bright colored walls painted white! Dry wall tapes needed repair and now are invisible! Kyle was outstanding and the crew did a good job too. We couldn't be happier."
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Serving Champaign, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2011
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"Champaign County Painting did a fabulous job with my whole-house interior paint job! Scott was extremely professional, totally reliable, very affordable, paid great attention to detail, and answered my questions with a smile. I wholeheartedly. Recommend Champaign County Painting!"
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Serving Champaign, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2013
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"Great paint job on exterior of house"
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"After firing a different company for the shoddy work they did in my bathroom remodel, I hired SkeBo Rae Homes to come in and correct all the problems. The work was so good, I had them also remodel a 2nd bathroom in my home. The work in both rooms was excellent, especially the tilework in both showers. It's beautiful! What I really appreciated was the frequent communication and that they started my job and were there every day until both rooms were finished. They didn't try to juggle multiple jobs at once. I have a dog who tries to get out the front door whenever it's opened. Bob and his team were especially careful going in and out. Professional, friendly and very hard working. I have already recommended SkeBo Rae Homes to several friends."
Serving Champaign, IL and surrounding areas
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"Jason and BJ painted our kitchen and laundry room cabinets. They did a great job and we could not be happier! We spent some time researching different finishes, resurfacing and even installing new cabinets. So glad we went with 2nd Street Painting - our cabinets look brand new! The work was done efficiently, cleanly and with great care. All of our questions were promptly answered. The guys were very friendly, polite and easy to work with. Great communication too! We will have them out for our next painting project. Highly recommend!"
Serving Champaign, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 1976
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"2nd street painting of Champaign is working on a project for me. They are doing a good job!"
Serving Champaign, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2006
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"I found to be very professional and coordinated well with our schedules. We were very impressed with his level of detail with the project. Would highly recommend this business for all of your painting needs."
Serving Champaign, IL and surrounding areas
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"Mark knows what he is doing and is doing a great job. He is very friendly, respectful, and on-time person. When I need a handyman, Iâ d call him."
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Serving Champaign, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2024
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"Nick did an amazing job! My fence was put up very quickly without sacrificing the quality! I would highly recommend Nick and Slick Finish Renovation to anyone in need of a fence installation!"
Serving Champaign, IL and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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"James and his team did an excellent job with the painting and repairs. I highly recommend them!"
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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