Painting questions, answered

It depends on the size of the job, how many rooms or surfaces, the condition of the walls, how much repair and preparation is needed, ceiling heights, and whether trims and doors are included. That is why we quote from a look at the job, not a guess. The quote is free and sets out what is included before any work starts.

Yes. Tell us what needs painting through the quote form or call 0478 158 605, and we will arrange a look at the job and give you a clear, free quote.

Melbourne's west, including Werribee, Point Cook, Tarneit, Truganina, Hoppers Crossing, Wyndham Vale, Manor Lakes, Williams Landing, Laverton, Altona, Sunshine, Footscray, Caroline Springs, Melton, Melton South, and Geelong. If your suburb is not listed, ask anyway.

Always. Preparation is where a good paint job is won or lost. We fill cracks and holes, sand back rough patches, clean where needed and prime repairs so the finish coats go on smooth and even.

Yes. Dents, small holes, cracks around cornices and doorframes, and patched areas are filled, sanded and primed as part of the preparation. If damage needs a plasterer rather than a painter, we will tell you when we quote.

It helps to move small items, valuables and anything fragile. Larger furniture can be moved to the middle of the room and covered. We protect floors and furniture with drop sheets and plastic before we start.

Yes. We work room by room where we can, cover furniture and floors, and clean up as we go so the house stays liveable while the job is on.

Yes. We paint for landlords, property managers and investors, including repaints between tenants and before sale or lease. Tell us your deadline when you ask for a quote.

Yes. Ceilings, cornices, skirting boards, architraves, doors and door frames can be done on their own or as part of a full repaint.

Yes. Exterior work includes walls, weatherboards, eaves, fascias, doors and frames. Exterior preparation matters even more, because flaking or chalky paint has to be dealt with before new paint will hold.

Yes. We take on commercial painting for businesses as well as homes. Get in touch with the size and type of space and your timing, and we will talk through the scope.

Usually two finish coats, over primer or undercoat where the surface needs it. A big colour change, bare plaster or patched areas can need extra work. We will say what your job needs in the quote.

It depends on the product, temperature and humidity. Water-based acrylics are often ready to recoat within a few hours, while oil-based enamels take much longer. We follow the manufacturer's recoat times rather than rushing a coat.

A single room can be quick, a full interior takes longer, and preparation, repairs and ceiling heights all add time. We give you a realistic timeframe with your quote.