Depending on when you are reading this, the amount painters charge per square foot in Canada may have changed. This article was written in 2024. Square footage pricing is typically only used for interior painting. If you are looking for exterior pricing, there are more factors that come into play and so follow a different pricing pattern.
What Painters Charge Per Square Foot in Canada
At Blue Chip Painting, we follow fairly predictable patterns to assemble our prices. The cost to paint the interior of a house is greatly impacted by the amount of detail. Although walls and ceiling take up the most surface area, the moldings in the house can be the most time consuming part of the project.
The number of moldings there are, and what type, can have a significant impact on the price. Here is a rough guide (averages):
Walls: $2-$3 per square foot.
Ceilings: $1-$2 per square foot.
Doors & Moldings (trim): $1-$3 per square foot.
Townhouses and condos generally have fewer, and less detailed, moldings than detached houses. Crown molding, wall paneling, coffered ceilings, access, and ornateness. These add time to a project.
Other factors impacting how much painters charge per square foot in Canada:
- The quality of paint that will be applied. Mid grade paints vs premium paints are priced differently from every supplier and will impact the final price.
- Condition of the surfaces being painted. Surfaces that are beat up require more prep work.
- Colours – A typical paint job includes two coats of paint. If there is a drastic colour change, then a coat of primer or additional coats of paint may required.
For a free quote to see how much it would cost per square foot to paint your place, give us a call.
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