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Avatar for MDS Painting LLC
MDS Painting LLC
4.7(
188
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Exterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: SmallInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + Rooms+9 more

Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We live in a cedar sided, large 3 story home. From my research for this kind of siding we needed to use an acrylic solid color stain and it should be hand-brushed, not sprayed. However, spraying the cedar siding was the mode of operandi of most of the painting companies I interviewed. Michael Stahl of MDS Painting is not like the other painters we had estimates from. We were lucky to find him because his practices fit all our requirements. He hand brushes. He recommended the solid color stain and he was going to try to paint it this summer if our weather permitted. Other requirements that I was hoping for but couldn't attest to until the job was done was honesty, reliability and cleanup when the job was completed. The completed job is beautiful. He did a great job. I highly recommend MDS Painting. Michael uses top of the line paint/stain, he's reliable, conscientious, skilled, careful, neat and an all around nice guy. His payment method is fair and there were no additional costs. He sticks with his estimate. Generally, you get what you pay for. We got what we paid for and more. We've already lined him up to do an interior job for us and will gladly pass his name on to anyone that needs painting done."
MDS Painting LLC
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Barnett's Best For Less Painting Co
4.3(
65
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+4 more

Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We are beyond satisfied with the excellent painting job that Steve and his company did in our home. Steve was prompt to come and give us a reasonable estimate. He and his crew showed up exactly on time. The crew was very professional, and had a system to get the job done. Unbelievable the amount of work that was done in just three days. We had contracted to paint walls to open living room and foyer with stairs, dining room, kitchen with eating area, office, half bath, hallway, and master bathroom, upstairs two bedrooms, bathroom, and hallway. The whole house looks amazing. When the crew was finishing up, I asked Steve if they could sometime paint the master bedroom to look as nice as the rest of the house. He said they would stay over and paint it that day! I was so impressed that the crew stayed and made sure I was satisfied with everything. Before leaving, Steve walked through and examined their completed job. I highly recommend contracting with Bennetts Best for Less Paint."
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+78

Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Bower Painting Plus
5.0(
20
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 Rooms

Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Bower Painting Plus was recommended to me by a good friend to tackle painting my living room (with three layers of a wallpaper border that needed removed) and painting my spare room. Every interaction with Alana was pleasant and professional. The estimate I received was accurate and she completed the job beautifully and timely. I cannot say enough good things about Alana, I will definitely recommend her to anyone looking for her services."
Cabinet Painting
Wood look LVP
Flooring update
Kitchen wallpaper
Kitchen Wallpaper

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Different Strokes Painting
5.0(
6
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Interior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsSpecialty Painting - Faux Finishes+5 more

Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They repaired ceiling and wall and then painted. Quality and timely work We had 4 rooms done since the first was so good Plan to have fo additional projects in the future"
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Dr. Senders tree
Dr. Sender's tree

+3

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Around the Clock Painting
5.0(
5
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Exterior Building - Paint or Stain - For BusinessExterior Home or Structure - Paint or StainExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Large+7 more

Serving Kent, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We take all jobs with same approach. Do the job right or dont it at all. We strive to keep a clean work environment at all times. We aren't just your average painting company. Just a small 2-3 man crew that handle just about any job. We aren't rushing through the process we take pride in the work and love what we do each day.

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Kitchen dining room
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Kitchen dining room
Kitchen dining room

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FAQs for painting projects in Kent, OH

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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