Are you looking to spruce up your home’s interior with a fresh coat of paint? Painting the interior of your house can range in price, depending on the size of the area, the number of colours, the height of the ceilings, and the amount of prep work required. On average, you can expect to pay between $15 and $40 per square metre for painting your interior.
Interior Painting Job Costs
• Two–bedroom and kitchen/living area: $800 – $1,500
• Two–bedroom unit, one bathroom and laundry: $2,500 – $3,500
• Three–bedroom house, two bathrooms, kitchen, and laundry: $4,500 – $6,000
Cost to Paint a Bedroom
A standard 3 x 3.6 metre room will cost between $300 and $750 to paint, bearing in mind that you will need around 10 litres of paint and a can of primer to get the best results. Cost factors include paint products used, area covered, time needed, and colour schemes.
Cost to Paint a Bathroom
Bathrooms are typically smaller in size, meaning they cost less! You can expect to typically pay between $150 to $350 to paint your bathroom at the average bathroom size of 6.5 square metres. As a general rule, you will spend $2 to $6 more per 5 litres for high or semi–gloss paints over matte or eggshell finishes. The benefit is that these paints are much more durable and easier to maintain.
Cost to Paint a Living Room or Hallway
As we move into painting the living room or hallway, the area increases, and so does the price. You will pay anywhere between $900 to $2,000 depending on the specific square metres of the area you want to be painted. The price will increase if you opt for two colours for an accent wall or if you have high ceilings.
Cost to Paint the Kitchen
On average, painting your kitchen’s walls will be almost 50% less than most other rooms due to the cabinetry. Expect to pay around $1,000 for your kitchen.
Painting Supplies Needed for Interior Painting
A factor in the professional interior painter‘s quote is supplies — one way to bring down the price potentially is by providing the tools, or you might just like to have them in case you decide to undertake a DIY project. Common supplies include: brushes for intricate and large surfaces, tape to protect trim/ceilings, drop cloths to protect floors/furniture, trays for holding paint, rollers for large surfaces, ladders for high areas, and painting kits.
Charges for Additional Interior Painting Work
Bear in mind that prep time and ceiling heights may alter this. Interior painting is a popular way to revamp your home’s look. It is also one of the more affordable methods of increasing your home’s appeal and value. If any updates or repairs are necessary, you can expect to pay additional fees per square metre. A lot of professionals will offer to include this as a package rate for you.
What should I ask my interior painter?
Prior to hiring an interior painter, you should ask the following questions to ensure you receive the best possible service:
• Do you have a licence?
• Do you have training and qualifications?
• What experience do you have?
• May I see examples of your previous jobs?
• Do you provide written quotes?
• Do you have the required insurance to do this job?
• What is included/excluded in your service?
