Whether you’re sprucing up a post-war cottage, preserving a Queenslander, or maintaining a modern timber home, understanding the cost to paint a weatherboard house in Brisbane 2025 is essential to enhance street appeal and defend against moisture, UV and mould.
At Surepaint™, we specialise in restoring and repainting weatherboard homes across Brisbane using premium exterior coatings, expert timber preparation, and fixed pricing that homeowners can trust.
Painting weatherboard homes is more detailed than painting rendered or brick homes. Timber needs careful prep, gap sealing, and multiple coats for durability.
The average house painting cost in Brisbane varies based on several factors, including the type of home, surface condition, and the complexity of the painting job.
| Timber-clad duplex/townhouse | Typical Paintin Cost Range |
|---|---|
| Post-war timber cottage | $7,000 - $12,000 |
| Traditional Queenslander | $12,000 - $22,000+ |
| Modern weatherboard home | $8,000 - $15,000 |
| Timber-clad duplex/townhouse | $10,000 - $18,000 |
Painting costs are typically calculated per square metre, and painters charge based on the size and complexity of the painting job.
The overall cost and final bill depend on the scope of the painting job, room size, and any additional requirements such as surface preparation or access equipment.
Not all houses are the same costs depend on unique factors like home size, surface type, and the amount of prep work needed. The true cost of a house painting project can vary significantly.
The house painting cost includes all necessary materials, labour, and preparation, so understanding the true cost helps Brisbane homeowners budget effectively.
| Project Type & Scope | What's Included | Updated Price Range (incl.GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Small Weatherboard Cottage (1 bed, 1 bath) | Simple repaint, low-set, single colour scheme | $6,500 - $8,000 |
| Standard Post-War (3 bed, 1 bath) | 2 coats to walls, trims, gutters, minor repairs to timber surfaces (extensive repairs may affect final bill) | $7,800 - $13,200 |
| Modern Timber Home (3-4 bed) | Mixed materials, timber cladding upper level, easy access | $10,000 - $16,000 |
| Townhouse or Duplex (2-storey) | Scaffolding, weatherboard upper, trims, doors, fascia | $11,000 - $17,000 |
| Mid-Sized Family Home (4 bed, 2 bath) | Two-storey repaint, full prep, fascia, weatherboards, trims | $13,000 - $18,000 |
| Large Queenslander (Decorative timberwork) | Elevated access, multi-colour scheme, gables, wrap verandahs (multiple colours and intricate details can increase exterior painting cost) | $18,000 - $30,000 |
| Grand Queenslander (Steep block, ornate trims) | Full repaint incl. lattice, fretwork, verandahs, stairs (multiple colours and intricate details can increase exterior painting cost) | $28,000 - $38,000+ |
| Weatherboard + Deck & Fence Add-on | House exterior + 20m2 deck stain + front fence repaint | $16,000 - $24,000 |
| *Final pricing may vary depending on home condition, height access, detailing, and repair needs. All ranges include labour, prep, Dulux/Haymes paints, scaffold (if needed), and cleanup. | ||
🔹 All Surepaint™ quotes are fixed-price and include all materials, prep, painting, scaffold (if needed), and full cleanup.
The above exterior painting cost ranges reflect the use of high-quality exterior paint. Your final bill may vary depending on the amount of prep work, number of multiple colours, minor repairs, and the presence of intricate details required for your timber surfaces or other materials.
Measure surface area, inspect timber, assess access and colour goals. The surface condition is carefully assessed to determine the level of prep work required for your painting project.
✓ Pressure washing
✓ Scraping, proper sanding, and gap sealing
✓ Replace or repair rotted boards and address any necessary repairs
✓ Spot priming and rust treatment (if needed)
Thorough surface preparation is essential to ensure the house is properly prepared for painting. Minimal prep work may be needed for newer homes, while older homes often require extensive preparation work to achieve a durable, high-quality paint job.
✓ 2–3 coats of UV-stable, low-VOC exterior acrylic
✓ Multiple colour schemes or heritage matching available
✓ Professional painters use safety equipment when required, especially for high or difficult-to-access areas.
A professional painter or painting contractor oversees the entire house painting project, from prep work to the final paint job, ensuring your house is painted to the highest standard.
Hiring reputable painters adds value and peace of mind to your house painting job. A colour consultant can assist with selecting the right colour scheme for your painting a house project.
Final walkthrough with client + tidy site.
Surepaint™ isn’t just another painting company. With over 2,000 projects completed, we don’t just deliver exceptional results —
We set the benchmark for what a professional painting service should be.
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