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Real numbers for interior painting, exterior painting, and cabinet refinishing. Use this guide to understand what drives a paint quote, what's included in a professional estimate, and how accurate an online estimator really is.
* Pricing reflects average projects with quality acrylic latex paint and standard prep. Final estimates depend on surface condition, color change, ceiling height, and access.
How much does it cost to paint a house? The average cost of interior painting runs about $1.50 per square foot for walls only, climbing to $3.50 per square foot when you include ceilings, trim, and doors. A whole-home interior repaint typically lands between $3,500 and $7,500 for a 1,500 to 2,000 sq ft home, while exterior painting averages $2,800 to $7,500 depending on stories, siding type, and prep work. Cabinet refinishing usually costs $2,400 to $4,800 for a full kitchen and saves 60 to 80% versus replacement. Online paint estimators get you within 15 to 20% of a final quote by using standard per-square-foot rates, project type, and surface details. For a guaranteed price, book a free in-home consultation so a project manager can verify ceiling height, prep needs, paint quality, and color change requirements before locking in a contract.
Interior painting typically runs $1.25 to $4.00 per square foot, depending on whether you're painting walls only or adding ceilings, trim, and doors. A standard 12x12 bedroom usually costs $450 to $900 to repaint, while a whole-home interior repaint of a 1,500 to 2,000 sq ft house averages $3,500 to $7,500. Pricing scales with ceiling height, prep work, color changes, and the number of coats required for full coverage.
Exterior painting on a typical single-story home costs $2,800 to $4,500, while two-story homes range from $4,200 to $7,500. Stucco, brick, and rough cedar siding push pricing 25 to 50% higher than smooth HardiePlank or lap siding because they need more product and slower application. Power washing, caulking, minor wood repair, and trim work are usually quoted as add-ons but are essential for a long-lasting finish.
Cabinet painting averages $100 to $150 per door and drawer face, putting most full kitchen repaints between $2,400 and $4,800. Pricing depends on door count, hardware replacement, soft-close hinge upgrades, and whether you choose a sprayed lacquer or hand-brushed finish. Cabinet refinishing is one of the highest-ROI upgrades you can make, typically saving 60 to 80% versus full cabinet replacement.
Six factors drive painting estimates: total square footage, surface condition and prep work, ceiling height, color and coat count, paint quality (Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, PPG, Behr), and whether the home is furnished or empty. Dramatic color changes from dark to light usually need three coats and a tinted primer. Furnished homes add 10 to 15% for masking and protection. Damaged drywall, peeling exterior paint, or rotted trim require carpentry and patching before paint goes on.
An online instant paint estimator gets you within roughly 15 to 20% of a final professional quote. The instant tool relies on standard square-foot rates and the answers you provide; a project manager on-site can spot hidden prep work, water damage, lead paint, or surface conditions that change the price. Use the instant estimate to budget and compare, then book a free in-home consultation for a guaranteed quote you can build a project around.
DIY interior painting can save $500 to $2,000 on a small project, but most homeowners underestimate prep, time, and the cost of quality tools and paint. Professional painters bring sprayers, lifts, drop cloths, premium product pricing, and crews that finish in days instead of weekends. For exteriors, cabinets, high ceilings, and color changes, professional results consistently outlast DIY work and come backed by warranty, That 1 Painter offers a 3-year workmanship warranty on every job.
Painting demand peaks from March through October, so spring and early summer quotes book out fastest. Winter and early fall are excellent times to schedule interior work at lower demand, and exterior projects can usually run year-round in milder climates. Getting an instant estimate now lets you lock in pricing, compare it against in-home quotes, and schedule before peak season.
A complete paint estimate covers labor, materials (paint, primer, caulk, tape, drop cloths), surface prep (sanding, patching, priming), application (brush, roller, sprayer), cleanup, and warranty coverage. Reputable painters itemize each line so you can compare apples to apples. Watch out for quotes that seem too low, they almost always skip prep, use builder-grade paint, or apply a single coat that won't last.
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