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Interior painting in Dublin typically costs €250–€450 per average room, and exterior painting of a typical semi-detached house €2,000–€6,000.

  • Interior €250–€450 per room
  • Exterior €2,000–€6,000 for a semi
  • Stairwells and cabinets
  • Free quotes from vetted painters
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What affects the cost

  • Preparation: filling cracks and sanding
  • Ceilings, woodwork and doors
  • Colour changes, which may need extra coats
  • Height and access, especially stairwells

Cost calculator

Get a guide range based on typical 2026 Dublin prices.

A guide only. Your quote will depend on your property, access and the specification you choose.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to paint a room in Dublin?

Typically €250–€450 for an average room.

How much does exterior painting cost?

Typically €2,000–€6,000 for a semi-detached house.

How long does it take to paint a house interior?

Usually 3–7 days for a typical house.

Find vetted contractors for this work

By area:

  • Dublin 15: Blanchardstown, Castleknock, Mulhuddart, Ongar, Hansfield, Ashtown
  • North Dublin City: Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough, Stoneybatter
  • Dún Laoghaire & South Coast: Blackrock, Booterstown, Monkstown, Dún Laoghaire, Dalkey, Killiney
  • West Dublin & Leixlip: Chapelizod, Palmerstown, Lucan, Leixlip, Adamstown, Clondalkin
  • Dublin North Coast: Raheny, Baldoyle, Donaghmede, Howth, Sutton, Portmarnock, Malahide
  • North County Dublin: Swords, Lusk, Rush, Skerries
  • Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock: Mount Merrion, Stillorgan, Goatstown, Sandyford, Cherrywood, Cabinteely, Foxrock, Deansgrange
  • South Dublin City: Ballsbridge, Donnybrook, Sandymount, Ranelagh, Rathgar, Harold's Cross, Churchtown, Dundrum
  • South West Dublin: Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham, Terenure

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