Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
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!"
+27
Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We purchased a home and needed a large amount painting to be done. Bobby was professional through the entire process. He was there when he said he would be, paid attention to detail and left everything clean. He did a great job and was fairly priced. I would highly recommend him and definitely use him for all of our painting needs."
+13
Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
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."
+75
Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Five Star did a fantastic job on the exterior of my house. Ryan provided a quote immediately and the crew completed the job in 2 days. I highly recommend them for any painting project. Cindy V."
+176
Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1987
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Louis and John are experts at painting. They are neat, efficient, and were great with my home’s 100 year-old plaster walls. I found them to be hard working, on-time, and respectful to my home like it was their own. I highly rate the quality of their paint and of their painting."
+65
Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I had ceiling repaired from water damage and room painted. Everything was done in a timely manner, clean up, and pictures placed back on walls. I am very satisfied with work and will definitely hire them again."
+44
Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"Excellent quality and quickly done. Neat and clean. Would use Bill again for all painting projects"
Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Maurice and crew did a great job. They were nest, meticulous and professional. The job was done on time and on budget. I would definitely recommend Arzeyuth Painting."
+360
Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Design Painting did a great job painting my baby’s nursery! Jeremys crew was very professional and thorough, they did an excellent job! I would definitely call Design Painting for future projects!"
+152
Serving Middlesex, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"Paul provided an estimate on the job the same day that he came to look at the work. I was on a tight timeline for the project because I wanted the painting completed before carpet would be put in. Paul did a great job! He was very neat and completed the work on time. I would definitely recommend working with him for your painting needs."
+12
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.
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
Use this guide to discover awning repair costs based on factors such as parts prices, labor, replacement costs, awning type, and more.
Discover how factors such as linear footage, local labor rates, and trim type affect the total cost of painting baseboards.
Learn how much cat or dog door installation costs based on factors like the door size, material, location, and added features.
Discover the cost of installing a new door, including factors such as location, size, materials, hardware, and local labor rates.
Learn how to budget for a new fence by exploring cost factors such as the fence size, height, posts, gates, style, and labor requirements.
Budget for fence repair costs based on factors such as fence length, height, repair type, materials, ongoing maintenance, labor, and more.