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Painters in Templeogue, Walkinstown & South West Dublin
Painting for homes and businesses in Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham and Terenure. Tell us about the job and we will get the right painter to you.
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[Painting] in South West Dublin
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Homes in South West Dublin and what that means for painting
1930s–1950s semi-detached homes in Terenure, Kimmage, Walkinstown and parts of Rathfarnham, big 1970s–1980s estates in Tallaght, Firhouse and Knocklyon, and newer apartments around Citywest.
1930s–1960s homes usually have plaster walls that crack at corners and above doors, which need proper filling and priming before finishing. 1970s–1990s homes commonly need textured ceilings dealt with and dated woodwork updated, and exterior render or pebbledash repainted. Newer homes often have drylined walls that show settlement cracks along joints in the first few years.
What to check before you hire a painter
- Ask exactly what preparation is included (filling, sanding, priming, caulking)
- Confirm the number of coats and the paint brand and range
- Ask how furniture and floors will be protected
- For older homes, ask how the painter handles possible lead paint
- For exterior work, confirm whether scaffolding or access equipment is included
Common painting jobs in South West Dublin
- Interior Painter – typical cost €250–€450 per average room
- Exterior Painter – typical cost €2,000–€6,000 for a typical semi-d
- Ceiling Painter – typical cost €150–€300 per room
- Wall Painting – typical cost €200–€400 per room (walls only)
- Kitchen Cabinet Painting – typical cost €1,500–€3,500
- Wallpaper Hanging – typical cost €200–€500 per room (labour)
- Stairwell Painting – typical cost €700–€1,800
- Commercial Painter – typical cost Quoted per project or per m²
- House Painter – typical cost €3,000–€6,000 for a typical 3-bed interior
- Paint Touch Up Repair – typical cost €150–€400
Larger projects: Period Property Painting, Full House Repaint, Render Repair and Masonry Painting.
Area by area: painting in South West Dublin
- Tallaght (Dublin 24, South Dublin County Council): Tallaght is Dublin's largest suburb, dominated by 1970s and 1980s estate housing, with newer apartments near the town centre.
- Citywest (Dublin 24, South Dublin County Council): Citywest is mainly 2000s apartments, duplexes and townhouses, alongside business parks.
- Firhouse (Dublin 24, South Dublin County Council): Firhouse is mostly 1970s and 1980s semi-detached family homes in established estates.
- Knocklyon (Dublin 16, South Dublin County Council): Knocklyon has 1970s–1990s semi-detached and detached family homes, many already extended.
- Ballyboden (Dublin 16, South Dublin County Council): Ballyboden is mainly 1970s semi-detached homes in mature estates near the foothills of the Dublin Mountains.
- Templeogue (Dublin 6W, South Dublin County Council): Templeogue is mostly 1950s–1970s semi-detached and detached homes, with mature gardens.
- Walkinstown (Dublin 12, South Dublin / Dublin City): Walkinstown is largely 1940s and 1950s semi-detached and terraced housing.
- Kimmage (Dublin 12 / 6W, Dublin City Council): Kimmage has 1930s–1950s terraced and semi-detached homes, many built as part of large housing schemes.
- Rathfarnham (Dublin 14, South Dublin County Council): Rathfarnham has 1930s–1970s semi-detached homes, larger period houses and newer developments near the M50.
- Terenure (Dublin 6W, Dublin City Council): Terenure has 1930s semi-detached homes, Victorian and Edwardian red-brick, and larger period houses.
Other districts: North Dublin City, Dublin North Coast, North County Dublin, Dublin 15, West Dublin & Leixlip, South Dublin City, Dún Laoghaire & South Coast, Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do you cover Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham and Terenure?
Yes. South West Dublin includes Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham and Terenure. If you are just outside these areas, get in touch anyway.
What painting issues are common in South West Dublin?
1930s–1960s homes usually have plaster walls that crack at corners and above doors, which need proper filling and priming before finishing. 1970s–1990s homes commonly need textured ceilings dealt with and dated woodwork updated, and exterior render or pebbledash repainted. Newer homes often have drylined walls that show settlement cracks along joints in the first few years.
How long does exterior paint last in Dublin?
Around 7–10 years with good preparation and quality masonry paint. Coastal and exposed walls may need recoating sooner.
When is the best time to paint outside?
Late spring to early autumn, on dry days above about 8°C. Masonry paint needs dry walls and a few dry hours after application.
Can you paint over wallpaper?
It is possible, but seams and bubbles often show through. Stripping is usually the better finish.
What about lead paint in older homes?
Lead paint is common in homes built before about 1970. It should be wet-sanded or chemically stripped, never dry-sanded or burnt off indoors.
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