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Get the best quoteHouse painting prices in Cape Town
| Painting job | Ballpark price (2026) |
|---|---|
| Bedroom, walls and ceiling | R2 000 – R4 500 |
| Large lounge or open-plan area | R5 000 – R12 000 |
| Full 3-bedroom interior | R15 000 – R40 000 |
| Exterior walls, per m² with prep and paint | R80 – R200 |
| Single-storey 3-bedroom exterior | R25 000 – R55 000 |
| Double-storey exterior with scaffolding | R45 000 – R100 000 |
| Boundary wall painting | From ±R3 500 |
| Door, painted (labour) | R300 – R700 |
Get an accurate quote. Salt washing, damp treatment, scaffolding, wall repairs and premium paint can cost extra. Ask whether VAT is in the price.
Benodig jy 'n verwer in Kaapstad? Kry tot 5 gratis kwotasies van plaaslike verwers met 5-ster-resensies.
What pushes the price up in Cape Town
- Salt washing, mould treatment and damp repairs before any paint goes on
- Scaffolding for double-storey walls and hard-to-reach rooflines
- Coastal-grade paint and an extra coat on exposed walls
Types of house painting in Cape Town
| Type | Best for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| Exterior wall repaint | Wind- and salt-exposed walls needing protection | Coastal walls may need a third coat |
| Interior repaint | Refreshing rooms, ceilings and busy hallways | Standard jobs take about two to five days |
| Roof painting | Faded or rusting roofs needing a new coating | Needs dry weather and rust treatment first |
| Doors, windows and trim | Weathered timber and metal around the house | Needs attention every 3–5 years |
| Boundary wall painting | Street-facing walls that look tired | Damp and old render push the price up |
House painting materials compared
| Material | Strengths | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Premium exterior acrylic | Dirt and mould resistance, 7–10 years sheltered | Exposed coastal walls get 5–7 years |
| Interior acrylic PVA | Wipes clean; roughly 8–10 m² per litre | Strong colour changes need extra coats |
| Masonry and alkali-resistant primers | Bonds paint to plaster and new cement | Must match the surface being painted |
| Metal and timber coatings | Rust-inhibiting primer plus two finish coats | Coastal metalwork needs the shortest repaint cycles |
| Waterproofing sealant | Blocks moisture before the paint goes on | Cannot fix an active roof leak |
Salt air
- Salt breaks down paint binders, causing chalking and flaking.
- Ask for salt washing and a salt-resistant primer in writing.
- Coastal walls may need a third coat, especially in dark colours.
- Expect a repaint every 5–7 years on exposed, sea-facing walls.
South-easter wind and dust
- South-easter dust and salt settle on walls, so insist on pressure washing.
- Cracks should be raked out and filled with a flexible compound.
- Wind can blow debris into wet paint, so painters may need to reschedule.
- Hot, windy days dry paint too fast. Ask for early-morning work.
Winter damp and timing
- Exterior painting works best from about October to April.
- Paint over damp walls and it bubbles or peels.
- Ask painters to treat damp and mould at the source first, with damp proofing if needed.
- Winter suits interiors while you wait for dry exterior weather.
Approval in Cape Town
- Repainting is cosmetic work, so City of Cape Town plans are normally not needed.
- Structural work, roof changes and boundary walls over 1.8 m do need approval.
- In a complex, get colour approval from your body corporate first.
House painting services in Cape Town
| Service | What to ask for |
|---|---|
| Interior repaints | Walls, ceilings and trim, with prep priced in |
| Exterior repaints | Salt wash, crack repair, primer and two coats |
| Roof painting | Rust treatment and the coating system named |
| Boundary walls and gates | Both sides priced, plus damp checks |
| Doors, windows and trim | Stripping, primer and finish coats itemised |
| Complex and office painting | Body corporate colours and after-hours access |
Practical house painting tips
- A 20-litre tin covers about 60–80 m² of rough exterior plaster in two coats.
- On exposed Cape Town walls, plan a repaint every 5–7 years.
- Book exterior work from about October to April for dry walls.
- Ask for salt washing and a salt-resistant primer in your quote.
- Sea air shortens the life of trim and frames, so recoat those sooner.
- Standard repaints with minor repairs take about two to five days.
What to send with your request
- Your street or complex name
- Photos of each wall
- Interior, exterior or both
- Number of storeys
- Complex or estate colour rules
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to paint a three-bedroom house in Cape Town?
Expect about R25 000 – R55 000 for a single-storey exterior and R15 000 – R40 000 for the interior. Double-storey jobs with scaffolding start higher.
Does City of Cape Town need to approve a repaint?
Usually not, because repainting is cosmetic. Ask City of Cape Town building control if you are changing the roof, structure or walls.
What prep should I expect on a Cape Town home exterior?
Pressure washing, salt washing, crack repair and the right primer, then two coats. Exposed coastal walls may need a third.
Our Cape Town complex has set colours. Who approves the paint?
Your body corporate or HOA usually signs off colours. Send the approved colour codes with your request.
When should I book exterior painting in Cape Town?
Aim for roughly October to April, when walls are dry. Interior jobs can go ahead in winter.
Wat kos 'n huisverwer in Kaapstad?
'n Enkelverdieping-huis se buitemure kos ongeveer R25 000 – R55 000, en 'n drieslaapkamerhuis se binnekant R15 000 – R40 000. Vra tot 5 kwotasies vir die beste prys.
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