Interior and exterior house painters, one workflow
Whether it's a weatherboard exterior in Paddington, a Queenslander in Wilston or a full interior refresh in Bulimba, the workflow is the same: measure, estimate, compare.
What separates a good Brisbane house painter
- Preparation discipline. Brisbane's UV and summer storms punish shortcut prep. Ask exactly what wash, scrape, sand, fill and prime steps are included.
- Product knowledge. A good painter will explain why they've chosen a specific system for your substrate (VJ, render, brick, fibre cement).
- Written scope. Coats, colours, sheens, trim inclusions, access and GST all itemised.
- Warranty. Most premium exterior systems come with 7–15 year manufacturer warranties. The workmanship warranty should be at least 7 years for exteriors.
- Timeliness. If a painter can't schedule you a site visit within 2 weeks or produce a quote within a week of visiting, that pattern will repeat during the job.
Common Brisbane house-painting scopes
- Full exterior repaint (walls, eaves, fascias, gutters, downpipes, doors)
- Full interior repaint (walls, ceilings, trim, doors)
- Feature-wall or colour refresh
- Deck and pergola coating
- Queenslander restoration (VJ, fretwork, balustrades, stumps)
Frequently asked questions
What do Brisbane house painters charge?
Most Brisbane house painters price per m² of paintable area — $20–$45 for interior work and $30–$65 for exterior. Hourly labour rates sit around $55–$90 per painter, though full-job pricing is more common for residential work.
Do house painters bring their own paint?
Yes. Reputable Brisbane painters buy paint at trade prices and pass the discount on. If you supply your own paint they can't warranty the finish.
How long does it take to paint a Brisbane house?
Interior repaints typically take 4–8 working days, single-storey exteriors 3–6 days, and two-storey or Queenslander exteriors 8–15 days including scaffold set-up.