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Avatar for RNL Painting & Design, LLC
RNL Painting & Design, LLC
4.9(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rob painted the hallway of our 4 storey condo, and also revarnished the much weathered front door. The entire project went so smoothly! Rob worked quickly, and neatly. The hallway looks fantastic. The entire job went so well, I asked him to paint our living room next!"
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Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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ABC Fine Home Painting LLC
4.7(
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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 Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"A very good experience with ABC Painting."
Response time1 day
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Kris Winiarski Painting
4.8(
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Painting or Staining - Small Projects

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kris gave us a detailed proposal and the best price. He came on time, worked neat, and communicated well. We gave our daughter his business card as she needs some interior painting."
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Response time1 day
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Franklin Painting LLC
4.5(
165
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+10 more

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

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Warranties offered

"Mr. Franklin and his team performed a great job in fixing dry wall and painting the entire house. Paint looks spectacular and flawless. He is very professional and gave good recommendations on the selection of colors and styles. I will rehire them again."
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Response time7 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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EJ Painting
4.9(
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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 Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EJ Painting; Eric was very professional. He is meticulous with painting as well as clean up. He did an outstanding job on making our house look new again. In addition, he is friendly and honest."
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Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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Advanced Professional Painting, Corp.
4.8(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: MediumInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+3 more

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Great job, did not take any money upfront, and even came back to touch up some spots after the job was done. 2 bedroom apartment fully painted in 2 days. Good price as well. Thanks Ari!"
Master Bedroom
Family Room
Exterior-Stone/Siding & Shutters
Exterior-Stone/Siding & Shutters
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+11

Response time9 hrs
Response rate88%
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Worry Free Painting Inc
4.1(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Worked hard...clean and neat
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EXTERIOR WOOD PAINTING
EXTERIOR WOOD PAINTING
EXTERIOR STUCCO
EXTERIOR STUCCO
EXTERIOR STUCCO

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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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RAP Painting & Pressure Washing
5.0(
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsInterior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms+10 more

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"In all our years of painting / staining, we have always had issues with the work that was done. NOT THIS TIME!!! Rich from R A P KNOWS his stuff and does an EXCELLENT job! The staff he brought along with him were extremely polite! Everyone cleaned up after themselves. They all were extremely meticulous in the work that they did! My husband and I hold the bar very high for our expectations on work performed, and Rich and his staff beat the bar! We could NOT be happier! Price was reasonable and we will DEFINITELY be hiring Rich again! A true pleasure to work with! No more anxiety in hiring a painter! Feels great to find the diamond in the rough!! Thanks again Rich! Speak with you in the Fall! Enjoy your summer!"
Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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DJ Painting, LLC.
4.7(
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+3 more

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"DJ Painting did a wonderful job. They were professional, kind and fairly priced."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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North Jersey Specialists Inc
4.9(
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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+3 more

Serving Dover, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Excellent. Could not be happier. Rich and his crew were very friendly, professional, punctual, and neat. I was given all the details of the job before any work began. They completed the job in a timely manner and it looks incredible. I received many compliments from family, friends, and neighbors. I would highly recommend North Jersey Specialists for any exterior or interior painting/power washing jobs. I hope to use them again in the future for some interior painting projects."
Restoration
Restoration
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Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Dover, NJ

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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