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Baci Painting LLC
5.0(
40
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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 Princeton Junction, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Baci Painting is the absolute BEST! They transformed our home from dark walls to light and bright (including all trim). We had our entire home painted and if we had more walls to paint we would hire Baci Painting again. I would recommend Baci Painting to anyone looking for top quality, care and service for your home. Top notch!"
A new look for the Kitchen and Family Room
Amazing transformations by the one and only Baci Painting
Amazing transformations by the one and only Baci Painting
Amazing transformations by the one and only Baci Painting
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+12

Response rate100%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Sunlight Contracting
4.8(
167
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Interior Home or Surfaces - Paint or StainInterior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsInterior Painting or Staining: 3 - 4 Rooms+1 more

Serving Princeton Junction, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sunlight Contracting did a great job on our interior paint project! Very quick completion time and an amazing final result. We had a lower quality, chalky paint on the walls and were concerned about coverage and finish when painting over; however, Sunlight Contracting did a wonderful job working with what we had. We’re so happy with the finished product and will definitely contact Sunlight Contracting for future painting needs!"
Big Lou
White washed brick
Accent wall
Stairway
Sunroom

+65

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Veyta's Painting LLC
4.9(
48
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Interior Painting or Staining: 1 - 2 RoomsPainting or Staining - Small ProjectsPainting or Staining - Small Projects - For Business

Serving Princeton Junction, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Leo Veyta and his worker arrived promptly, and completed a flawless job power washing and staining my deck. I am very pleased with the results and would highly recommend Veyta Painting. They also made sure that nails were hammered securely before starting the job."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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On The Job Painting, LLC
4.8(
105
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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 Princeton Junction, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hiring On the job painting for my painting project was one of the best decisions that I made. I purchased a new home and the interior of the home was painted very poorly, also, there were holes in the wall where pictures were previously hung and holes where TVs were mounted. I am very meticulous, therefore, it was extremely important for me to select the right painting company to complete my painting project. Also, I wanted to ensure that I selected a company that did superior patch work to ensure that the walls looked professionally painted. Keithâ s crew transformed my new home into a beautiful space. The entire interior of my home was painted and each room looks amazing. I highly recommend on the job painting and I will be using them in the future for all of my painting projects."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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CertaPro Painters
4.9(
50
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Interior Painting or Staining: 5 + RoomsExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: LargeExterior Home or Structure - Paint or Stain: Medium+1 more

Serving Princeton Junction, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Needed celing repaired and painted after skylight replaced. Byron did a great job! And then he painted the entire kitchen all in one day and came back the next day with a helper to finish up. Overall, it's the best paint job I ever got and customer service was also great."
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+6

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for painting projects in Princeton Junction, 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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