Painting your condo is one of the simplest ways to make a significant difference in a small place, and we understand that you need it after spending so much time at home this year! If you’re thinking about starting a new condominium painting job, you should be aware that there are numerous cost aspects to consider. 

You must consider the state of the rooms you’re painting, whether any preceding work is required, and the type of paint and colors you want to use. Furthermore, the extent of the project (walls, trimmings, doors, closets, ceilings, etc.) as well as the quality and precision of the service, might influence the price of condo painting.

There’s also the question of whether you’ll want to engage expert painters to complete the task. Many individuals pause to ponder whether it is worthwhile to hire someone to paint their condo. It truly depends on the painting company you pick and what you want, but the answer is a typical yes. It can save you a significant amount of time and stress, and if you hire a skilled painting company in Toronto, they can ensure your complete happiness. 

As you can see, there’s a lot to talk about when it comes to the typical cost of condominium painting in 2021, regardless of whether you hire professional painters. So, let’s get right in and get this discussion started!

Factors That Influence Condo Painting Prices

A condo owner could believe that painting a condo is less expensive per square foot than painting a house. However, in terms of the painting task itself, painting a condo is no different than painting a house. There is still some preparation work, just as there is with home painting, and the actual method of applying paint is the same.

• Is this a brand-new condo building?
• Architectural Design and size of the condo unit
• What is the total number of bedrooms and bathrooms?
• Why are you painting? (a quick clean-up type paint job for real estate purposes is cheaper)

• Will the ceilings be painted? Are they textured if they are? Have they ever been sealed?
• The current state of the walls (color and sheen) 
• Will you be painting the closets, and if so, how big will they be? Is there any kind of shelf system?
• The walls’ condition (how much repair is needed)
• Are you also having the floors refinished? If so, should the painting be done before or after the painting?
• Is the condo brand new, unfurnished, or partially furnished? Who would transport the furniture if it is furnished?

What is the Estimated Cost of Your Project Depending on the Space?

Your potential painter will require precise information about your project in order to offer you an appropriate price. They may seek your advice on the following items in order to produce a fair cost estimate:

Preparing the Wall

Any holes must be plugged and dried before proceeding. Small holes left by nails for hanging picture frames are easier to cover than larger holes or cracks in the wall. If there is wallpaper, it must be completely removed and sanded before the first coat of primer is applied. 

If the wallpaper has been repainted numerous times or the wallpaper glue is difficult to remove, it will be more difficult to remove.

Room Dimensions

This is the most essential consideration when calculating the price. The more time and paint necessary, the larger the area of the walls. The room’s surface area of four walls will be needed by painters; (length, width, height). Subtract space for windows and doors to offer a cost estimate. If you wish to paint the ceiling as well, include it.

Labor

In most cases, labor contributes to 70-80% of the overall cost of interior painting projects. Most painters should be able to paint 100 to 120 square feet of flat surface in an hour on average. How long does a first coat take to dry before a second coat is applied? 

Depending on the paint, drying time might range from one to 48 hours, and it may necessitate repeated journeys to and from your home, adding to the labor expense. Oil-based paints, for example, take longer to dry, increasing labor time.

Painting Trim

This will be a considerable factor in the cost of painting doors, as well as window trim, baseboards, and crown moldings. Because trim is intended to be beautiful, the best trim paint should highlight the features. Therefore, satin, semi-gloss, or high gloss are the best options.

Amount of Paint 

The usual large can of paint (3.78 liters or 1 gallon) covers around 400 square feet of the wall surface. Paint prices vary by brand but expect to pay between $30 and $70 a gallon for higher-end brands. More priming and paint coats will be required if you’re covering a dark color with a lighter tint. 

A textured wall also takes more paint and is longer to complete than a smooth wall of equal size. When requesting an estimate, be careful to indicate the type of textured wall you want (textured drywall, stucco, or bare wood like knotty pine).

So, What’s the Actual Cost of Painting a Condo?

Well, it all boils down to the fact that:

The average size of a one-bedroom condo in Toronto is roughly 600 square feet. As a result, you should anticipate paying between $1,500 and $1,700.

You should expect to pay anything from $2,000 and $3,500 for a two or three-bedroom condo.

Express Paint Toronto also provides quotations for condo painting trim and doors. Depending on the size of your condo, the cost can vary.

Get a free quote today with us.