Painting & Decorating in SA
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About Painting & Decorating in South Australia
Painting covers interior and exterior repainting, new construction paintwork, surface preparation, repairs to plaster and render before painting, and specialty finishes like staining, lacquering, and decorative work. Painting is not a licensed trade in South Australia, but quality varies enormously — proper surface preparation is what separates a paint job that lasts 10 years from one that fails in 18 months.
Common painting jobs in SA homes:
- Interior repainting — full home or single rooms
- Exterior house painting (weatherboard, render, fibro, brick)
- Roof painting (terracotta and Colorbond restoration)
- Fence and pergola staining/oiling
- Deck oiling and refinishing
- Front door and trim refresh
- Plaster repair before painting
- Lead paint removal in pre-1970 Adelaide homes (specialist work)
- Commercial and shop fit-outs
What it usually costs: Interior repainting in Adelaide runs $25–$45 per square metre of wall surface, supplied and installed (paint included). A typical 3-bedroom interior repaint costs $4,500–$8,500. Exterior repainting $40–$70 per sqm. Roof painting $35–$60 per sqm. Most painters charge by job, not hour — get itemised quotes.
Hiring tips: The biggest cost lever is paint quality. A premium acrylic from Dulux or Wattyl lasts much longer outdoors than cheap budget paint. Ask which brand and product they're quoting on. For pre-1970 homes, ask whether they'll be sanding (creates lead dust hazard) and whether they'll use lead-safe techniques. Always confirm whether your quote includes paint, prep work (filling, sanding, undercoating), and protection of furniture and floors.
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