Frequently Asked Questions

We price most jobs at about $1,100 per painter per day, based on an employee model (not subcontractors). That includes premium paint, all materials, wages, super, GST and overheads. A typical four-person crew on a five-day exterior restoration runs around $22,000. Exact pricing depends on house size, prep and access.

The same day rate applies. A standard 3-bed, 2-bath interior typically lands around $15,000 to $30,000 depending on ceiling heights, trim and colour changes. We will itemise everything in a fixed quotation.

The main factors are:

• Square metreage and number of storeys
• Surface condition (stripping, filling, lead removal)
• Access equipment (scaffolds, EWP)
• Paint system specified (standard acrylic vs specialty membranes)
• Weather buffers
• Number of colours
• Any travel or accommodation outside metro Brisbane

Per job, not per hour. Internal costings use the $1,100-a-day formula. Variations and extras can be billed hourly, derived from $1,100 over an 8-hour day. Subcontract teams may quote less because they exclude super, leave loading and warranty reserves.

Clear scope, surface-prep details, paint brand and number of coats, inclusions (materials, access gear, rubbish removal), timeline, warranty terms and QBCC licence number. Confirm the onsite crew are employees, not subcontractors.

Exteriors: April to October. Interiors: year-round.

Yes. We start early, work in shade, and pause exteriors during downpours. Fast-drying or hot-weather additives (max 5%) keep finishes smooth when temperatures spike.

High UV, humidity and storm events mean preparation is king: thorough washing, mould treatment and flexible, UV-stable acrylics extend life beyond the usual 8 to 10 years.

Fresh paint that is washed off is re-coated at our cost. Once the film has cured, rain is harmless. We monitor BOM forecasts and build weather days into the schedule.

Remove small valuables, centre lightweight furniture, and (optionally) sugar-soap greasy walls. We will move heavy items and fully protect floors and furnishings.

Please move what you can. We handle the rest and protect with brand-new plastic, drop-sheets, and professional Protecta floor-covering systems.

Yes. No surface is left uncovered. We use Protecta floor-covering systems plus plastic wrap and drop-sheets.

Not necessary. Many clients work off-site. We just need access and a local contact number for progress updates.

Wash or sugar-soap, scrape and sand failing coatings, fill cracks and holes, spot-prime or full-prime as required. We use Festool dust-extraction sanders. If lead is present we switch to eco paint strippers with full containment.

Yes. Minor plaster repairs, gap-sealing and timber patching are standard. Extensive gyprock replacement is quoted separately.

Best practice is full removal. If the paper is immovable, we can seal and paint, but it will still look like painted wallpaper.

No. We mechanically remove anything unsound, feather edges and prime bare substrate. If lead is present we use non-caustic paint stripper under containment.

We supply all paint and sundries. That ensures correct product selection, genuine batch numbers and full manufacturer warranty.

One primer or undercoat plus two top-coats in most cases. Dramatic colour changes or bare timber may need extra build. We almost always apply a third gloss coat on trims.

Yes. Our specialist restoration team is trained in safe lead abatement and uses eco-friendly, non-caustic paint strippers with full containment and disposal protocols.

Premium exterior acrylics with high UV blockers for outside. Low-VOC, washable interior acrylics for inside.

We use tropical-grade coatings and adjust application windows to avoid direct midday sun. Hot-weather thinners can extend open time.

Exterior paints contain extra UV absorbers, flexible binders and mildewcides. Interior formulations focus on scrub resistance and low odour.

Yes, most of our standard lines are already low-VOC. Zero-VOC options are available upon request.

Our usual recommendations are:

• Low-sheen or eggshell for most walls
• Satin or semi-gloss for kitchens, baths and kids' rooms
• Full gloss (water-based) on trims and doors for durability and pop

We specify kitchen and bathroom acrylics with extra anti-mould additives and a satin or semi-gloss finish.

Yes. QBCC-licensed, full WorkCover and $20m public liability.

Generally yes. Low-VOC products mean minimal fumes. If oil-based primers are used we will advise you to ventilate or vacate briefly.

We specify low-VOC paints, keep areas ventilated and can use zero-VOC alternatives if you are highly sensitive.

Site-specific SWMS, correct fall-prevention gear, PPE, lead and asbestos training, tidy work zones and daily housekeeping.

10-year workmanship warranty on exterior projects. We also honour the full manufacturer warranty on all products.

We walk the job down with you, rectify anything you flag, and return promptly for any genuine workmanship defects, no arguments.

Yes. We leave the site cleaner than we found it, with drop-sheets removed, floors vacuumed and furniture returned.

We leave at least 500mL of each colour for touch-ups (often the full remaining tin). Excess can be taken for recycling if you prefer.

Interior: light dusting or a damp cloth for marks. Exterior: gentle non-caustic wash yearly and clear gutters to stop tannin or gecko-dropping stains.

About 10 years with premium systems. Very dark colours facing west may need attention after 5 to 6 years. For best performance we recommend colours tinted from a white base to reduce heat-related blistering and fading.

Typically 7 to 10 years, or sooner in high-traffic areas or if you want a colour change.

Absolutely. A fresh, professional paint job is one of the highest-ROI upgrades before sale and protects the asset in the meantime.

Interior and exterior residential, strata and body corporate, Colorbond roof recoats, deck staining, minor commercial spaces, safe lead removal, and specialist restorations by a dedicated team.

Yes. Small to medium offices, cafes and retail fit-outs receive the same quality treatment.

Strata (body-corporate) painting covers common areas and building exteriors for multi-residential dwellings. We take on select, quality-driven complexes.

All suburbs across Greater Brisbane. Work just outside the metro may incur travel allowances.

You deal directly with the owner-operators. Our employee painters (not subcontractors) uphold consistent quality, and your money stays in the local economy.

Call us on (07) 3395 7930 or use the website form to book a free on-site consultation. We measure, discuss colours and email a fixed-price proposal.

As a guide:

• Restorations: around 6 months ahead
• Standard projects: 6 to 8 weeks is usually sufficient

Contact us if you need a tighter window. We can sometimes shuffle the roster.

Yes. Complimentary colour guidance plus one round of on-site samples. Additional sampling is billable at our standard hourly rate plus materials.

Yes, with some limits:

• Colorbond roof coatings (no tile roofs)
• Deck and veranda staining and finishing
• Fences when part of a larger job (not as one-off stand-alones)

One room, yes. Tiny touch-ups only are best left to a handyman or sole trader due to minimum call-out costs.

Check QBCC licence, public-liability insurance, written warranties, genuine online reviews, and ask to see recent local projects.

Browse our Review Heat-Map and project gallery, with 700+ independent reviews on the Heat-Map. Follow us on Instagram and Facebook for before-and-after photos. References from recent clients are available on request.