Painting Price Guide
Home Painting Price Guide
Thinking about giving your home a fresh coat of paint usually leads to one big question: what will it actually cost? While no two houses or projects are exactly alike, having a ballpark idea before scheduling an estimate can make planning a lot easier. Working with professional house painters also means factoring in their expertise, the quality of materials they use, and the level of prep work involved – all of which play a key role in the final price and the long-term results.
Standard Backyard Deck (Approx. 12×16)
For a straightforward deck with a single level and simple railing design, costs remain fairly accessible. After pressure washing and prep, applying a protective stain or paint coating usually falls between $1,800 and $2,800.
Expansive Multi-Level Deck System
Large or tiered decks with extensive railing and stair sections require additional time, materials, and attention to detail. Because of the complexity, pricing for these projects typically lands in the $2,500 to $5,000 range.

Aluminum Exterior Refinish
Aluminum-sided homes are relatively low-maintenance but still benefit from proper cleaning, caulking, and a professional spray application for an even finish. The streamlined process keeps costs moderate, typically ranging from $4,500 to $7,000.
Cedar-Clad Home Makeover
Cedar-sided houses need thorough washing, sealing, and significant caulking before painting or staining. Most projects use one or two coats of high-performance solid-color stain to ensure longevity. Because of the extra prep involved, these homes usually cost between $6,000 and $11,000 to complete.
Wood-Clad Heritage Home Exterior
Historic houses with wood siding often need significant prep work, including scraping loose paint and addressing lead-based coatings. These homes frequently feature multiple paint colors and decorative trim, which adds to the labor and material requirements. Projects of this scope generally run from $12,000 to $18,000.
Detailed Historic Estate Exterior
Larger, more elaborate homes, often found in Cleveland’s older neighborhoods, require additional time for fine detail work, trim painting, and complex color schemes. Restoration-grade preparation and higher paint volumes also increase costs, with typical projects falling between $19,000 and $26,000 or more.
Compact Bedroom Retreat (Approx. 11×11)
Bedrooms are typically quicker and more straightforward projects, though finish level and paint quality can impact final cost. A standard wall repaint generally falls in the $1000 to $1200 range, while including trim, doors, and ceilings brings the total up to around $1,800.
Modern Family Room (Approx. 16×14)
Main living areas often include more windows, trim, and detailed edges, which can extend project time. Painting just the walls averages around $1,500 to $1,700, while adding ceiling and baseboard work increases the total closer to $2,500. These spaces also benefit from higher-end paints designed for durability and frequent cleaning.
Refinishing a Two-Story Entryway
Grand foyers with tall ceilings and staircases take extra time and care to complete. Accessing high areas often requires specialized ladders or scaffolding, and the added square footage means more prep, painting, and cleanup. Because of these factors, refreshing an entryway of this size typically costs between $3,500 and $6,000.
Full Kitchen Refresh
Kitchens involve more surface types than almost any other room, from walls and ceilings to trim, window frames, and sometimes accent features. Because of the complexity and the need for durable, easy-to-clean finishes, a complete kitchen repaint usually ranges from $2,500 to $5,000.
Cabinet Painting & Restoration
The cost to paint cabinets depends on surface prep, sanding needs, hardware changes, and how the boxes are finished. Larger kitchens with more openings naturally require more labor and materials, while smaller projects may fall on the lower end of the scale. Expect pricing between $100 and $150 per opening for a smooth, durable finish.
* Decks
Price estimate is for stain only. Each project is unique, and overall complexity can vary. Power washing, scraping, surface preparation, and repairs will be evaluated individually for each job.
Pricing shown is for general guidance only and does not represent a final quote. Actual costs can vary significantly based on numerous factors, including the type and condition of surfaces, the age of the home, previous coatings, extent of wear and tear, amount of prep work required, color changes, number of coats, material selections, accessibility, and overall project complexity.
Additional considerations such as surrounding terrain, landscaping, slope, and ease of access to different areas of the property can also influence pricing. Photos and details provided by the customer help us offer a more accurate estimate, but pricing may change if additional conditions or requirements are identified during project planning.
All examples, ranges, and descriptions are illustrative and subject to adjustment based on the specific circumstances of each individual project.
* Exterior / Interior
Pricing shown is for general guidance only and does not represent a final quote. Every project is unique, and actual costs can vary significantly based on many factors, including the type and condition of surfaces, the age of the home, previous coatings, extent of wear and tear, amount of prep work required, color changes, number of coats, material selections, accessibility, and overall project complexity.
Additional considerations such as surrounding terrain, landscaping, slope, and ease of access to different areas of the property can also influence pricing. Photos and details provided by the customer help us provide a more accurate estimate, but pricing may change if additional conditions or requirements are identified during project planning.
All examples, ranges, and descriptions are illustrative and subject to adjustment based on the specific circumstances of each individual project.
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