Cost To Paint A Room In Dublin
Looking to paint a room in your house in Dublin, lets review some price guidelines to help you budget.
Cost To Paint A Room In Dublin
At SM Painting & Decorating, we emphasise transparency in pricing including the factors that influence the prices we provide to our customers for projects. We want to highlight the key factors that can influence price and also provide a transparent price range for painting one room in your home and a cost calculator to help you understand what to budget you’ll need for your painting project.
Room Size
One of the key factors but not the only one. Larger rooms naturally require more paint and time to complete. Additionally, simply because it takes that bit longer.
Wall Conditions
Walls with cracks, holes, or uneven surfaces may need extra preparation work, such as sanding or priming, which can add to the overall cost.
Paint Type & Finish
The quality of the paint, as well as the chosen finish (e.g., matte, satin, gloss), can significantly impact the price. Higher-quality paints can offer better durability and coverage but may come at a higher upfront cost
Room Design
Unique design features or un-orthodox room layout, such as intricate moldings, textured surfaces, or accent walls, often require more time and skill to paint.
Furnishings
If the room is already empty this will enable the team to accelerate the paint process as the team can start painting once they get there without having to move furniture,
Extras
If your project includes extras like ceiling painting, trim painting, or wallpaper removal, these can increase the cost.

One Room Painting Price
This is the latest price guidance for one room only, we are assuming minor touch-ups to wall to get it prepared. Ceilings, skirting boards and internal window sills. The paint itself is not included in this price and is extra. This price is for guidance and in most cases covers 80% of any single room quote quests. There are certain circumstances where it might be a little more or a little less but these are the exception more than the norm.
One Room Price Range….€225 – €395
Accurate Quote Cost Calculator
As you can see the latest cost to paint a singe room can vary and the room size being one of them which influence the final cost. To help determine an accurate price to paint one room in your home please get in touch and schedule a free no obligation quote. By scheduling a quote online you’ll automatically qualify for a 10% discount
Frequently Asked Questions
We know there’s always loads of questions when it comes to your painting project, here are the most common and always glad to answer additional questions you might have.
Painting one room typically takes 1 to 2 days, depending on factors like the amount of preparation required and whether ceilings or woodwork are included. We’ll provide a clear timeline during your quote consultation.
It’s helpful if you can remove small items, but we’ll handle moving or covering larger furniture and protecting your floors to ensure everything stays clean and undamaged. The less preparation the team needs to do the faster we’ll be able to complete the project. If the furniture can be placed in the middle of the room that would be mos helpful
Yes, we always prepare the surfaces before painting. This includes filling cracks, repairing holes, sanding rough areas, and applying primer if needed. Proper preparation ensures the best results.
We recommend matte paint for living rooms or bedrooms for a modern finish, or washable satin finishes for high-traffic areas like kitchens or kids’ rooms. We’ll advise you on the best options during our consultation, tailored to your needs and preferences.
No, you don’t need to be home. We’re fully insured, professional, and experienced at working independently. We’ll keep you updated throughout the process if you’re away.
Yes, we can paint ceilings, skirting boards, and doorframes as part of the room project. Let us know if you’d like these included in the quote for a fully refreshed look.
Yes, we offer eco-friendly, low-VOC paint options to ensure a safer environment for you, your family, or your employees.
Absolutely! We offer colour consultation services to help you find the perfect shade for your space. We’ll guide you through options that match your style, lighting, and the function of the room.
Most modern paints are dry to the touch in 1-2 hours, but we recommend waiting 6-8 hours before adding a second coat and avoiding heavy use of the room for 24 hours to ensure the best finish.
Of course! We’ll help you select the perfect color scheme or match existing colors, working with all major paint brands available.
We are based in Glassnevin but have completed many single room painting projects across Dublin including Glasnevin, Drumcondra, Marino, Santry, Beaumont, Castleknock & Clonsilla and other areas of Dublin
Absolutely. We take pride in our professionalism and adhere to all necessary industry best practices and high standards our clients expect from us meaning we’re fully insured, providing peace of mind to our clients in the rare event of any unforeseen issues.
We stand behind the quality of our work, and our services often come with a warranty. The specific terms and duration of the warranty may vary depending on the type of service provided. We believe in delivering lasting finishes, and our warranty is a testament to our commitment to customer satisfaction. If for what ever reason after we finish a project and your not happy call us and we’ll resolve the issue