A useful painting quote separates the surface area, preparation, labour and materials. A price per square metre is only comparable when both quotes include the same work. Maliari Pro assesses each project; this guide does not publish an unconfirmed price list.
Measure the surface, not the floor
For a rectangular room, wall area is 2 × (length + width) × height, minus openings excluded from the work. A 4 × 3 m room with a 2.8 m ceiling has 39.2 m² of walls before deductions. Subtracting 3 m² of doors and windows gives 36.2 m². Its ceiling adds 12 m² if included.
Use the paint calculator for an estimate. Measure recesses, beams and irregular walls separately.
Ask for an itemised scope
- Record wall and ceiling areas separately.
- Specify whether filling, sanding and priming are included.
- Name the paint, colour, finish and agreed coating system.
- Separate material purchasing, labour, protection and clean-up.
- Agree how unexpected defects and additional work will be approved.
Why similar rooms can cost differently
A sound wall needing a colour change and a wall requiring extensive preparation are different jobs. Several colours, difficult access, occupied rooms and detailed edges also change the scope. Photos help with an initial discussion; concealed defects may need inspection.
What to send for an assessment
Send dimensions, wide and close-up photographs, location, the current coating, desired finish and your available dates. Mention damp or loose paint. Read about surface preparation, then request a project assessment.
This general guide was prepared with AI assistance. Technical sources are linked in the text; the specific product instructions and an assessment of the property take precedence over general examples.
