Is it cheaper to paint a room yourself?

• <div><p>Assuming you have all of the supplies and materials needed to prep and paint, it will likely be less expensive to paint the room yourself, as it will only cost you the price of paint, which costs an average of <b>$15 to $60 per gallon</b>. Hiring a professional painter to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-it-cost-paint-interior-house.htm">paint a room can cost</a> from <b>$950 to $3,000</b>, or <b>$2 to $6 per square foot</b>, depending on prep and materials involved. If you’re paying for labor only, expect to pay interior painters <b>$20 to $50 per hour</b>.</p></div>

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Q: Can I use different paint finishes in one room?

• <div><p>Using different finishes within a room is the norm. For example, you might use eggshell on the walls, semi-gloss on the trim and doors, and flat on the ceiling. This creates contrast and highlights architectural details while allowing for better durability in high-touch areas. Just make sure to use a trim color that complements your walls.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take to paint?

• <div><p>Painting the interior of a single room will take the average DIYer between <b>6 and 10 hours</b>. However, your timeframe could increase or decrease based on factors such as your skill level, room size, as well as the number of light switch plates, outlet covers, and other small objects to work around.</p></div>

Q: How much does commercial interior painting or staining cost?

• <div><p>Costs range from $2 to $6 per square foot, depending on the type of paint, surface preparation, and labor. Large commercial spaces may qualify for volume discounts.</p></div>

Q: How many coats of paint are needed?

• <div><p>You'll need at least two coats of paint when painting your stair railings, despite some manufacturers' claims of single-coat coverage. This is necessary mostly because there are often many corners and details that make it difficult to cover all surfaces evenly with a single coat. Adding a second coat evens out the finish and provides added durability. </p></div>

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Last update on November 13, 2025

Reviewed in May 2023
He's very professional to deal with and can do any kind of painting I can think of. We were more than satisfied with what he did to the interior of our house. If we had wooden siding instead of vinyl, I'd have hired him to paint that as well. Any paint projects come up in the future...
Paint The Walls Studio
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Reviewed in March 2023
Not only did he power wash my driveway he also did my house. I got him to come back the following weekend to put flooring down and paint a few rooms in my house. He responds fast when i message him. He is very professional and i can tell he takes pride in his work. I will definitely be calling...
Rustic REINEovations and Restorations
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Reviewed in April 2022
He said this project would take two weeks. Ten months in, it still isn't completed. I was without a sink, stove, oven or kitchen cabinets for six months. Whole weeks have gone by with nobody showing up, and most of the work that has been done is shoddy and rife with "beginner" mistakes. Tools of...
Lamp Property Development, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2019
Thomas was hired to paint the master bedroom and bathroom. After I entered the request for bids he called in 15 minutes and that day I had a quote. On the day agreed upon he was supposed to come that morning but called to say he was caught on another job and would be there at 12:30. He showed...
Brady's Construction
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Reviewed in February 2015
This company is the best in the business. They took great care in making sure all of my furniture was properly covered as well as my hard wood floors. James is very personable and knows what he is talking about. He is not out to over charge for some crappy job. he uses the best supplies for the...
Custom Painting By James
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