The Real Cost of Painting a House in Adelaide

House painting in Adelaide costs more than people think and less than Sydney pricing. Here's the real breakdown by type of job.

Interior room refresh

A single bedroom or living room runs $800-$1,500 for two coats over existing colour. Add $300-$600 if you're changing from dark to light or patching damage.

Full house interior

A 3-bedroom home runs $4,500-$9,000 for walls, ceilings, and trim. Condition matters: homes with heavy wear cost more in prep.

Full house exterior

$8,000-$16,000 for single-storey weatherboard with full prep. Double-storey: $15,000-$30,000. Heritage homes: add 40-80%.

What's not included in a cheap quote

One-coat refreshes, skipped prep, cheap paint, no warranty. Saves upfront, costs more long-term.