20 October 20266 min readBy Mike
How much does interior painting cost per room in Adelaide?
Not every job is a whole house. Many Adelaide homeowners just want the lounge freshened up before Christmas, or the kids' bedrooms done before a sale.
Here's what single rooms typically cost to paint professionally in Adelaide, and why two rooms of the same size can be priced differently.
Price per room (2026 estimates)
| Room | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Small bedroom | $400 – $650 | Walls and ceiling, two coats |
| Master bedroom | $550 – $900 | Larger walls, often a robe to cut around |
| Living or family room | $700 – $1,500 | Depends on ceiling height and open-plan size |
| Kitchen | $500 – $1,000 | Lots of cutting in around cabinets and splashbacks |
| Bathroom | $400 – $800 | Mould-resistant paint, careful prep around tiles |
| Doors and frames | $90 – $180 each | Sand, undercoat if needed, enamel finish |
What makes a room cost more
- Condition of the walls: Cracks, old picture hooks and patches all need filling and sanding.
- Ceiling height: Taller walls mean more paint and more time on ladders.
- Trims and doors: Skirtings, architraves and doors take longer than flat walls.
- Colour change: Covering a dark feature wall can need a tinted sealer and an extra coat.
DIY or hire a painter?
DIY works for
- A single small room in the same colour
- Walls in good condition
- You have time over a few weekends
Hire a painter when
- Ceilings, high walls or stairwells
- Cracked plaster or water damage
- You need a sharp finish for a sale
- Doors and trims in enamel
"People always underestimate the cutting in. Clean lines at the ceiling are what make a room look professionally done."
Just one or two rooms?
Small jobs are welcome. Send a few photos through the quote form and Mike will get back to you.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to paint one room?
Most bedrooms take one day. Larger living areas or rooms needing a lot of repairs can take two.
Do I need to move the furniture?
We move and cover furniture as part of the job, but clearing small items and breakables beforehand helps.
Can I stay home while you paint?
Yes. We use low-odour, low-VOC paints indoors and work room by room.
Is there a minimum job size?
No strict minimum. Very small jobs may be priced as a half day.