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Quoting guides for painters

3 guides on pricing painters work in Australia — what to measure, what it costs in 2026, and what to put in the quote so the job stays profitable.

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  • PaintersHow to Quote Painting a House in AustraliaInterior and exterior painting price very differently, and most of the margin lives in the prep. Here's how to quote a house repaint so the coats, the access and the surface work are all covered. 6 min read
  • PaintersPricing Interior House Painting: A Painter's GuideInterior painting lives or dies on measuring up and prep. Here's how to quote a house interior accurately — wall areas, paint and primer, cutting-in labour and the finish details clients argue about. 6 min read
  • PaintersHow to Start a Painting Business in AustraliaPainting has the lowest tool bill of any trade and the tightest margins to match. Here's how to set up a painting business that prices prep properly and doesn't compete on being cheapest. 6 min read

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