Pricing Guide
Painter Pricing Guide Australia 2026
How much do painters charge in Australia? See typical prices for interior painting, exterior painting, feature walls, and more.
Below are typical prices Australian painters charge for common services and materials. These prices are based on industry averages and include GST. Actual prices vary depending on location, complexity, access, and the specific products used.
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Materials & Equipment
| Service / Item | Unit | Typical Price (inc. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Interior Paint – Per Room (Walls & Ceiling) | each | $185 |
| Exterior Paint – Per Room Equivalent | each | $210 |
| Primer – Per Room | each | $110 |
| Caulk – Per Tube | each | $18 |
| Painters Tape – Per Roll | each | $14 |
| Drop Sheets – Per Set | each | $35 |
| Sandpaper – Assorted Pack | each | $22 |
| Sugar Soap – 1L | each | $16 |
| Gap Filler – Tub | each | $24 |
| Roller Covers – Pack of 3 | each | $28 |
| Paint Brushes – Assorted Set | each | $38 |
| Deck Stain – Per Litre | each | $45 |
| Deck Oil – Per Litre | each | $42 |
| Texture Coat Material – Per 15L Pail | each | $165 |
| Anti-Graffiti Coating – Per Litre | each | $85 |
| Plastic Sheeting – Per Roll | each | $20 |
Labour & Installation
| Service / Item | Unit | Typical Price (inc. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Painter – Standard Rate | per hour | $95 |
| Painter – After Hours Rate | per hour | $135 |
| Apprentice Painter Rate | per hour | $65 |
| Painter – Day Rate | per day | $720 |
| Two-Painter Crew – Day Rate | per day | $1,380 |
Services
| Service / Item | Unit | Typical Price (inc. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Interior Walls – Small Room | each | $480 |
| Interior Walls – Medium Room | each | $720 |
| Interior Walls – Large Room | each | $1,050 |
| Interior Walls – Per Square Metre | per m² | $28 |
| Ceiling – Small Room | each | $380 |
| Ceiling – Medium Room | each | $550 |
| Ceiling – Large Room | each | $820 |
| Ceiling – Per Square Metre | per m² | $32 |
| Interior Door – Single | each | $145 |
| Exterior Door – Single | each | $195 |
| Front Door – Feature | each | $280 |
| Garage Door – Single | each | $420 |
| Skirting Boards – Per Metre | per metre | $12 |
| Architrave – Per Metre | per metre | $11 |
| Window Frame – Single | each | $95 |
| Cornice – Per Metre | per metre | $10 |
| Exterior Walls – Per Square Metre | per m² | $35 |
| Eaves – Per Metre | per metre | $18 |
| Fascia – Per Metre | per metre | $16 |
| Weatherboard – Per Square Metre | per m² | $42 |
| Accent Wall – Feature | each | $320 |
| Wallpaper Install – Per Square Metre | per m² | $55 |
| Texture Coat – Per Square Metre | per m² | $48 |
| Sugar Soap Wash – Per Room | each | $85 |
| Sanding – Per Room | each | $120 |
| Filling Holes & Cracks | per hour | $95 |
| Stripping Old Paint | per hour | $110 |
| Priming – Per Square Metre | per m² | $14 |
| Deck Staining – Per Square Metre | per m² | $38 |
| Fence Painting – Per Square Metre | per m² | $30 |
| Deck Oiling – Per Square Metre | per m² | $32 |
| Anti-Graffiti Coating – Per Square Metre | per m² | $65 |
| Colour Consultation | each | $180 |
| Quote & Measure Visit | each | $0 |
| Touch-Up Visit | each | $165 |
| Wallpaper Removal – Per Square Metre | per m² | $25 |
Other
| Service / Item | Unit | Typical Price (inc. GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Scaffolding Hire – Per Day | per day | $180 |
| Waste Removal – Per Job | each | $120 |
| Travel / Call-Out Fee | each | $85 |
What Affects the Price?
- Location — metro areas tend to be cheaper due to competition; regional and remote areas cost more
- Complexity — straightforward replacements are cheaper than custom work or renovations
- Access — tight crawl spaces, multi-storey buildings, and difficult access add to labour costs
- Materials — premium brands and products cost more than standard options
- Urgency — after-hours and emergency call-outs typically cost 50-100% more
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