Whether you are planning around family life or a house move, it helps to know how long it takes to paint a house. Timescales vary with the size of the job and the amount of preparation, but here is a realistic guide based on more than 25 years of decorating across West Sussex.
Painting a single room
Most standard rooms take one to two days, depending on the number of coats, how much woodwork is involved and the state of the walls. A room that needs filling, sanding or wallpaper stripping will take longer than one that simply needs a fresh coat.
Painting a whole house interior
A full interior redecoration is usually tackled room by room, often over one to two weeks for an average home and more for a larger property. We plan the order of rooms so your home stays liveable while the work is underway.
Painting the outside of a house
Exterior work depends heavily on the size, the surface and the weather. A typical house exterior might take several days to over a week once preparation, repairs and drying time are taken into account. Exterior painting also has to be scheduled around dry spells so coatings cure properly.
What affects the timeline
- The amount of preparation needed
- The number of coats and any colour changes
- How much detailed woodwork there is
- Drying times between coats
- Access and the weather, especially outdoors
We will always give you a realistic timescale with your quote, so you know what to expect from start to finish. Get in touch for a free, no obligation quote.