How Much Do Painters Charge in Toronto For Interior Painting?

The most common paint job homeowners want to be accomplished is their walls.

Maybe you got tired of looking at your outdated walls every day.

Perhaps the popcorn ceiling you have is giving you an eyesore every time you wake up from a nap on the couch. No matter, you want a change, but before you get anything set in stone, it is essential to know how painters will charge you based on your walls, door trims, closet and ceilings.

Here is a list of some generalities you should know before calling your local paint company:

• • Most painters on average in Toronto and the GTA will charge around $2-3 per square foot ( 2,000 square foot home would roughly equal $4,000)

• • Trim and doors will cost $1 per square foot

• • Ceilings will cost on average $1 to $1.50 per square foot ( cost will be on the lower side if it is a flat ceiling)

• • Closets range from about $75-$175 ( walk-in and larger closets will be on the higher end of the prices)

It really depends on the size of your home, but the average home size in Toronto and the GTA will cost you around $2 to $3 per square foot for two coats of paint. Just multiply the measurement with the estimated amount and you’ll come up with a general idea of the cost of paint per square foot.

The average size home in Toronto usually comes in around 1,500 square feet. So, you’re looking at anywhere from $3,000 – $4,500. If you want your entire home painted and you have two floors, it’s likely the cost will be more so around $5,000 – $7,500.

Trims and doors vary depending on the property’s style and interior design. With this cost, it usually works out to include wooden interior trims, interior doors, baseboards and window trims. Usually, it’s around $1 – $2 cost of paint per square foot to add these parts to the price, depending on their condition. There is a lot of wear and tear with trims, doors and baseboards, so altogether it usually averages out to anywhere from $700 – $1,200. All trims and doors will also be in need of two coats of quality interior paint.

Several factors come into play when the square footing price is determined.

• Costs can fluctuate and shift due to scenarios such as the number of paints chosen.

Generally speaking, most homeowners want 2-3 different paint colours for their interior; however, for those who desire 5+ colours, the cost will be steeper.

• Factors such as the amount of furniture and the year’s time will also determine the makeover’s additional fees.

Another variable to note is the type of paint you are selecting brands like Benjamin Moore, Sherwin-Williams and other high-quality manufacturers.

You should find a diverse set of prices that will give you a vast selection and help you budget accordingly.

No one paint company is the same.

However, the majority will ask for a small deposit before the job is started and then receive the final deposit of the payment after the job is finished.

Payment terms such as payment schedules ( over the year), Visa, and Mastercard will end up charging you more than if you were to pay with cash or a cheque.

Saving the most important for last, the amount of prep (sanding, filling) needed to start the job will determine the additional costs; here is a list of prep variables that could spike up the price of your interior design dream:

• • Plaster type homes will require more prep

• • Oil trim requires a special primer to ensure guaranteed results

• • New Construction means higher expectations and much more prep work

• • Price will be higher if the job is more difficult; a two-story hallway requires higher skill and prep work compared to a space like a bungalow

• • Wallpaper, kitchen cabinet staining, and any other niches will cost more than a typical paint job

Deciding to have an interior design paint makeover is an exciting, precarious and ultimately satisfying thing when done correctly.

Whether you want your closet, walls, ceiling, doors, and trim done or all of them together, the cost of it all can be quite intimidating for someone’s first time.

As a refresher, make sure to keep these things in mind before you decide to follow through with a new paint job: What is my home’s square footage?

Do I want just the walls painted, or does my antiquated closest also need a touch-up?

Are two to three colours enough to satisfy my interior design dream?

These are the questions that you must ask yourself if you are anxious or confused about the final charges of the job at hand.

The cost may be at the back of your mind during this project if you have the assets; however, if you are like me and make a conscious effort to budget smartly and go for what is realistic instead of imaginative, then use this as a guide for your interior design master plan!