Repainting & Restoration — Bringing Tired Properties Back to Life

Yes, with proper preparation. The existing oil-based paint must be sanded to dull the surface and an appropriate bonding primer applied before water-based topcoats. Skipping this step leads to adhesion failure.

Yes — crack repair is included in restoration work. We use appropriate flexible fillers for hairline cracking in render and may specify a flexible elastomeric topcoat to bridge fine cracking and prevent recurrence. Large structural cracks may indicate an underlying issue that needs separate assessment.

Peeling paint can be caused by moisture behind the paint film, painting over a contaminated or unprepared surface, incompatible product systems, or painting in unsuitable conditions. We identify the cause before repainting to ensure the new paint system adheres properly.

Mould growing through paint indicates moisture in the substrate or wall cavity. Simply painting over it doesn't work — the mould must be killed, the source of moisture identified and addressed where possible, and an anti-mould primer used before any topcoats.

This depends on the extent and nature of the damage. For most weathered but structurally sound surfaces, restoration repainting is significantly more cost-effective than replacement. For severely rotted timber, or render that is structurally unsound, replacement may be the right call. We'll give you an honest recommendation during the assessment.

A typical 3–4 bedroom home exterior repaint takes 3–5 days, depending on the size of the home, number of coats required, surface preparation needed, and weather conditions. We'll give you a more accurate timeline once we've assessed your property.

Thorough preparation is the most important part of a quality paint job. We wash all surfaces to remove mould, dirt, and chalking, sand back peeling areas, fill any cracks and holes, apply primer to bare surfaces, and mask off all edges, windows, and fixtures before applying any paint. Poor preparation is the number one reason paint fails — we never cut corners on prep.

We use premium Australian paint brands including Dulux, Solver, and Taubmans for most residential work. For specialist applications (roofs, pools, high-moisture areas) we use products specifically rated for those environments. We're happy to use a customer's preferred brand if requested. We only use quality products — cheap paint means more frequent repaints and higher long-term cost.

For full room repaints, we ask that you clear small items and breakables. We move furniture to the centre of the room, lay drop sheets throughout, and mask all fixtures. For full house interiors, clearing rooms of smaller items before we arrive helps us work faster and reduces your quote cost. We'll discuss this during the booking process.

Most interior water-based paints are touch-dry within 1–2 hours and ready for a second coat in 4 hours. However, we recommend keeping a room well-ventilated and avoiding contact with painted surfaces for at least 24–48 hours after the final coat. Full cure (when the paint reaches maximum hardness) takes 2–4 weeks.

Yes — we offer roof painting as a service. Roof painting extends the life of your roof by sealing and protecting the surface, improving thermal performance, and dramatically improving kerb appeal. It's a fraction of the cost of a roof replacement. We use specialist roof membranes and coatings rated for Queensland's climate. Roofs should be professionally cleaned and primed before painting.

Yes — we can colour match existing paint using fan decks, digital colour matching, or by taking a small chip of your existing paint to the supplier. If you know the existing colour code (Dulux, Solver, Taubmans, etc.), that makes it even easier. We can also provide colour consultation if you're looking to change your colour scheme.

In Queensland's harsh UV and humidity conditions, a quality exterior repaint typically lasts 7–10 years when properly prepared and applied. Signs you're due for a repaint include: chalking (powdery residue when you run your hand on the surface), visible cracking, peeling, fading, or mould growth that doesn't clean off. Regular repaints protect your home from moisture ingress and UV damage.

Yes — all our painting work is backed by a 30-day workmanship guarantee covering adhesion, peeling, and defects in application. We also advise on the manufacturer's product warranty for the paints we use, which can extend to 10+ years for premium products when applied correctly. Our guarantee is in writing and included with every quote.

Yes — we do partial paint jobs. Fence painting, deck oiling and staining, feature wall repaints, and individual room repaints are all services we offer. These are often great value when combined with other work being done at the same time.