Interior Painting Cost Calculator

Calculate Your Interior Painting Cost

Room Width (feet): Room Length (feet): Paint Quality (Cost per sq. ft.): Labor Rate (per sq. ft.):

Before you use the calculator, let’s break down the main factors that influence your painting costs:

Measuring Room Size and Square Footage

Accurate square footage measurement is key for estimating costs. Multiply each wall’s length by its height. Subtract 21 sq. ft. for doors and 16 sq. ft. for windows. A 10×12 room with 8-foot ceilings has about 315 sq. ft. to paint.

Why It Matters: Bigger spaces need more paint and time, raising costs.
How to Do It: Use a tape measure or input dimensions into the tool.
Example: A Scarborough homeowner measured a living room and saved by avoiding overbuying paint.

This ensures your budget matches your project’s needs.

Painting Multiple Rooms or Walls

Painting multiple rooms or wall painting areas increases costs due to added materials and time. Two 150 sq. ft. rooms might cost $1,200–$3,100, compared to $550–$1,450 for one room.

Bulk Savings: Bright Life Painting offers discounts for multi-room jobs in Etobicoke or Burlington.
Visual Flow: Matching colors across rooms creates a cohesive look.
Example: A Markham family painted three rooms and saved 10% with our package deal.

This approach works well for larger GTA renovations.

Choosing the Right Paint Quality and Type

Paints from Sherwin-Williams or Benjamin Moore cost $70–$120 per gallon but last longer than budget options at $15–$50. Finishes like matte finish suit bedrooms, while gloss finish fits busy areas like hallways.

Quality Pays Off: Premium latex paint covers better, reducing coats needed.
Cost Impact: The tool shows how paint choice affects your budget.
Example: An Oakville homeowner chose satin finish for a bathroom, saving on maintenance.

High-quality paints boost paint durability for your home.

Understanding Labor Costs for Professional Painters

Labor costs make up 70–85% of your bill. GTA painters charge $20–$50 per hour or $1–$3 per sq. ft. Urban Toronto rates may be 15–20% higher than suburban Milton.

What Drives Costs: Complex layouts or detailed work increase time.
Our Value: Bright Life Painting’s team works fast and delivers quality.
Example: A Vaughan client praised our efficiency, finishing a home in two days.

The calculator includes local labor costs for clear estimates.

Surface Preparation and Wall Repairs

Surface preparation, like sanding or priming, adds $300–$1,200. Wall repairs, such as patching holes, cost $40–$45 per hour. These steps ensure a smooth finish.

Why It’s Key: Skipping prep leads to peeling or uneven paint.
Our Process: We use drop cloths to keep your space clean.
Example: A Toronto condo owner avoided flaws by including prep in their estimate.

This clarity eliminates surprise costs for GTA homeowners.

Additional Services: Trim, Ceilings, and More

Extras like trim painting ($1–$4 per linear foot) or ceiling painting ($1–$2 per sq. ft.) add value but raise costs. Cleanup is often included in our packages.

Enhance Appeal: Accent walls or crown moldings make your home stand out.
Cost Factors: Detailed work takes more time and skill.
Example: A Burlington seller added trim painting to boost buyer interest.

These upgrades shine in GTA’s competitive real estate market.

Average Interior Painting Costs in the Greater Toronto Area

GTA residential painting costs average $3,500–$10,000 for a full home. The interior painting cost per square foot calculator gives you exact figures for your project.

House Size (sq. ft.)	Average Cost Range
1,000	$2,750–$2,850
1,500	$4,000–$4,275
2,000	$5,100–$5,500
2,500	$6,200–$6,350
3,000	$6,500–$6,700
3,500	$7,000–$7,250

Cost Per Square Foot for Walls, Ceilings, and Trim

Walls cost $1–$3 per sq. ft., ceilings $1–$2, and trim $1–$4 per linear foot. Paint types like oil-based paint increase material costs but improve results.

Labor Share: Makes up 70–85% of the total.
Regional Note: Costs in Aurora may be higher than in Oshawa.
Example: A Brampton homeowner used our tool to budget for walls and trim.

This keeps your estimate aligned with GTA pricing.

Cost by Room Type (Bedroom, Bathroom, Living Room)

A 12×12 bedroom costs $450–$650, including minor fixes. Bathrooms range from $150–$400, using moisture-resistant paints. Living rooms (450 sq. ft.) cost $600–$2,000.

Challenges: Bathrooms need durable eggshell finish; living rooms may have high ceilings.
Kitchens: Average $150–$250 due to limited wall space.
Example: A Scarborough client painted a bedroom for $500, including prep.

This helps you plan for specific GTA rooms.