Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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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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Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2002
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"The work was done meticulously from set up to clean up. Painting was smooth and flawless. Will be reaching out for help with another project in near future."
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Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 1989
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Emergency services offered
"The last job went just as well as the previous 2 times we used Worry Free painters. Nick was great to deal with; he kept his word and gave us a very fair price. The painters did a terrific job. They made sure the surfaces were very smooth by taking their time to patch and sand before painting. They were polite and friendly. They did a very professional job and thoroughly cleaned up afterwards. We used them 2 more times because of the terrific job they did the first time. All of the different painters were consistently professional. We unconditionally recommend Nick and Worry Free Painters as professional painters. We were very pleased with the results.
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Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2010
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Small jobs welcome
"Valle Painting has done an excellent painting job on my front home door! I highly recommend its painting services."
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Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2008
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"Raymond and his crew did an awesome job! They painted our entire house and stained wood doors, trim, and floors. They were responsive, attentive to detail, offered great suggestions, and were very professional. Neat and courteous! I would highly recommend them for all of your painting needs!"
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Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2012
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Emergency services offered
"I had my 100-year-old Colonial home in Ridgewood, NJ painted this summer by Skyline Professional Painting, and the experience was outstanding from start to finish. The team paid incredible attention to detail, handling not only the painting but also much-needed repairs with skill and care. They were extremely respectful of my property, and their daily cleanup was a huge plus—it made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Aymen and his crew went above and beyond, and the results speak for themselves. If I ever need additional painting or restoration work, Skyline will be my only call. Highly recommend! 📞 (201) 562-7200"
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Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
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Small jobs welcome
"Meyron did amazing work painting my bedroom and office also painting my closed doors and fixed all the scratches from my dogs .Meyron did great jab with my apt.jHe were quick efficient and did everything I asked I were very impressed with his structural work and color match..very professional and neat I highly-rated him Great job."
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Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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Free estimates
Customers say: True professional
"Great job,much attention to details Worked with us with color choice and and made good suggestions in paint chouce and finish,house looks great!"
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I called them to come spray paint my unfinished basement black and they were able to come out the very next day. Very professional, good communication, fair price."
Serving Newark, NJ and surrounding areas
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In business since 2007
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Warranties offered
"Precision painting came to my house with a team of 3 painters. We had 5 rooms to paint 4 with new colors one raw sheet rock. They painted all the rooms in 3 days moved the furniture vacuum and put back the furniture when finished. phenomenal job !!!!!!"
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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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