Paint Cost Calculator: Estimate the Price of Painting per Square Foot

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Why Choose us?

No Hidden Cost

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On-time completion

Oversight by Painting supervisor and usage of mechanized painting tools.

Colour consultancy

Digital visualization tool & personalized color consultation to choose the best from 2200+ shades.

Hassle-free painting experience

Dedicated Painting supervisor and site status tracking portal with timelines and accessible documents.

Product & service* warranty

*1 year service warranty on platinum plan . Product warranty to protect your walls for years to come.

Best in class work quality

Asian Paints products with usage of spray painting and mechanized sander for a flawless finish.

How it works?

1. Fill the form online

Customer service executive will ask for a suitable time for site evaluation.

2. Product & site consultation

Our Associate will get in touch with you, assist with all your queries, provide a product and site consultation.

3. Select a shade

Experts will help you finalise a shade from the range of curated yet safe colours for your walls.

4. Day 1 of work

Before starting we cover floor & furniture with plastic and disinfect the site.

5. Site execution

We follow our well-established framework to follow high quality and on-time delivery of the perfect painting job.

6. Site handover

Once the site is ready, we do a post-painting clean-up & home disinfection service which is followed by a walkthrough of tips & tricks to take care of the walls.

The total estimated product cost may vary based on the chosen shade and finish.

Choose a plan that best suits you

Classic-Plan

Classic Plan

Tick-mark Included
  • Supervision
  • Basic Safety & Hygiene Protocol
  • Color Consultation
Shield Warranty
  • Products Only
Gold-Plan

Gold Plan

Tick-mark Included
  • Supervision
  • Basic Safety & Hygiene Protocol
  • Asian Paints Covering & Masking
  • Mechanised Tools
  • Color Consultation
Shield Warranty
  • Products Only
Platinum-Plan

Platinum Plan

Tick-mark Included
  • Supervision
  • Basic Safety & Hygiene Protocol
  • Asian Paints Covering & Masking
  • Mechanised Tools
  • Color Consultation
  • Sanitization
  • Technical Site Evaluation
  • Post Painting Professional Cleaning
Shield Warranty
  • 1 Year Service + Applicable Products Warranty
  • * Available only in Mumbai, Pune, Delhi NCR, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Ahmedabad, Faridabad, Ghaziabad
Call us on 1800-266-2090to book the plan

The total estimated product cost may vary based on the chosen shade and finish.

Paint Budget Calculator

A paint calculator is used to ease the manual process that is required to measure paint and the amount of painting cost per square foot for your walls. A paint calculator enables you to make the right paint selection for your walls which thereby helps to generate the appropriate painting quotation. Get the accurate painting cost per square foot for your painting project using the Asian Paints price calculator. The Asian Paints price calculator can generate the accurate house painting cost with ease by considering different variables that you can input through the online paint cost calculator.

Why choose us?

Color Consultancy

Wallpapers & Textures

Trained Contractors

Best-in-class Products

Supervised Painting

Warranty

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Second-guessing your décor decisions is not unusual, so that’s something we’ve accounted with our colour consultants. They work with you from square one and bring the stark resemblance to the bare walls.

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Wallpapers add an effortless edge to any given room. Select the perfect wallpaper design or pattern from our ultimate repository of wallpapers for your home and continue the colour scheme you wish to see!

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Our professionals are not only experts in their field of work, but also get specialised training to make them the best wall painters and ensure your home’s safety. Every contractor under our belt goes through the same training to give your home a safe and beautiful makeover.

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As a leader in the paint industry, we offer a vast range of paints for home and commercial spaces to suit your budget and requirements. These include Royale, Royale Shyne, Apex Ultima Protek, Duralife, and Aquadur PU for Wood to name a few.

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The entire process of work is monitored and timely inspected by our professional associate. Once the site is ready, we do a post-painting clean-up & home disinfection service and will give you a walkthrough of how to take care of your walls.

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Our range of Safe Painting Service come with a seal of trusted warranty, i.e., 1 year service + warranty on applicable products* *. However, the warranty is selective for some cities, which includes Mumbai, Pune, Delhi NCR, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Bangalore.

How It Works?

1. Fill the form online

1. Fill the form online

Our customer service executive will ask for a suitable time for site evaluation.

2. Product & site consultation

2. Product & site consultation

Our Asian Paints Safe Painting Service Associate will get in touch with you. The associate will assist with all your queries, and provide a product and site consultation.

3. Select a shade

3. Select a shade

Our experts will help you finalise a shade from the range of curated yet safe colours for your walls.

4. Day 1 of work

4. Day 1 of work

Once the colours have been selected, we cover the floor and necessary furniture with plastic. We also disinfect the site before beginning of the painting job and the final handover.

5. Site execution

5. Site execution

According to the outline, we follow our well-established framework to follow high quality and on-time delivery of the perfect painting job.

6. Site handover

6. Site handover

Once the site is neat and ready, we provide a post-painting clean-up and home disinfection service which is followed by a walkthrough of tips and tricks to take care of the walls.

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Paint Budget Calculator: Estimate Your Painting Costs Easily

Are you someone who has just bought their dream home or are trying to give a fresh look to their home and are utterly confused with the cost of painting? Then Voila! Asian Paints Paint Budget Calculator is all you need. Our paint budget calculator is used to ease the manual process that is required to measure paint and the amount of painting cost per square foot for your walls. With the calculator, you can get an estimate for your house painting cost in a few simple steps without any hassle of calling contractors and others. 

 

How to Use the Paint Budget Calculator?

With our Asian Paints Paint Budget Calculator you can find the right estimates for your painting cost per square foot or house painting cost with just a few simple details of your home and the 4 simple steps given below -

 

Step 1: Choose the Type of the Project

The first step is selecting whether your project is for an interior or exterior painting job. The painting cost per sf changes based on this decision, as interior and exterior paints have different pre-painting requirements, painting processes, and other requirements.

 

Step 2: Select Interior or Exterior Paint

Next, decide whether you need interior paint or exterior paint. The painting price per square foot for exterior jobs is usually higher because exterior paints the painting price per square foot can change depending on the advanced exterior paints you use for the wall to withstand harsh weather, while interior paints can be different considering the paint formulations focus more on appearance and indoor wear resistance.

 

Step 3: Input Your Room Dimensions

Enter the dimensions of the room or area you plan to paint. The total painting price per square foot will depend on the size of the space, as larger rooms will require more paint and labour, impacting your overall budget.

 

What is the cost of painting a house?

The cost of painting a house depends on several factors, such as whether you're painting the interior or exterior, and whether it’s a new paint job or a repainting project. Interior painting is typically lower, while exterior painting can cost more, due to the need for weather-resistant paints.

Similarly for new house painting projects, costs may be higher due to surface preparation like priming or sanding. Repainting, especially if the surface is in good condition, is usually lower but may still require some preparation, such as repairing cracks or filling holes.

 

Paint Cost per Square Foot for Different Products

     

  1. Interior Paints

  2. For interior projects, the painting cost per square foot is influenced by factors like paint quality, finish, and the surface being painted. The painting cost per sf also depends on the type of paint you are using, there are various types of paints from luxurious textured paints to your simple budget-friendly paints. 

     

  3. Exterior Paints

  4. The cost of paint per square foot for exterior projects is comparatively higher than interior paints. Exterior paints must be more durable, weather-resistant, and long-lasting to withstand environmental conditions like rain, sun exposure, and temperature changes over time.

     

  5. Paint Finishes

  6. Paint finishes significantly affect the cost of paint per square foot and the look and durability of your surfaces. Matte finishes are lower in cost, and ideal for low-traffic areas, while eggshell and satin offer a slight sheen and better durability for moderate use. Semi-gloss and gloss finishes, though more expensive, are highly durable and easy to clean, making them perfect for high-traffic areas or moisture-prone spaces.

     

Painting Cost Table

 

Paint Type Fresh Painting (per sq. ft.) Repainting (per sq. ft.)
Royale Aspira ₹47 - ₹53 ₹47 - ₹53
Royale Glitz ₹47 - ₹53 ₹47 - ₹53
Royale Luxury Emulsion ₹45 - ₹51 ₹45 - ₹51
Royale Shyne ₹46 - ₹52 ₹46 - ₹52
Royale Matt ₹46 - ₹52 ₹46 - ₹52
Apcolite Advanced ₹35 - ₹41 ₹35 - ₹41
Apcolite Advanced Shyne ₹35 - ₹41 ₹35 - ₹41
Ace Exterior Emulsion ₹19 - ₹25 ₹19 - ₹25
Ace Shyne ₹19 - ₹25 ₹19 - ₹25
Ace Sparc Colors ₹19 - ₹25 ₹19 - ₹25
Ace Sparc Advanced ₹19 - ₹25 ₹19 - ₹25

 

Please Note: Application painting step processes are different for both painting & repainting

 

Factors Affecting Your Painting Budget

Several factors influence your painting budget, including the type of paint, the number of coats, and labour charges. Understanding these aspects can help you make informed decisions, avoid any unexpected costs, and set a realistic budget for your home painting project.

 

Paint Type and Finish

The type of paint and finish you choose plays a big role in determining the cost of paint to paint a house. Higher-quality paints and premium finishes, such as semi-gloss or satin, may cost more compared to simple paints. Choosing the right combination of paint type and finish ensures that your home’s surfaces are well-protected and fit the ideal home design you had planned for.

 

Number of Coats Required

The number of coats required directly affects the painting rate per square foot. More coats will result in higher costs, but they also ensure better coverage and a smoother finish, especially when painting over dark surfaces or using lighter-coloured paints.

 

Primer and Pre-Treatment Costs

Using a primer or pre-treatment adds to the painting charges but is often necessary for achieving a professional finish. These additional steps ensure proper paint adhesion, improve paint durability, and ultimately reduce the overall cost of painting a house.

 

Labour Costs

Labour is a significant part of the cost of painting a house. Depending on the region and the complexity of the job, painting contractors costs may vary, impacting the painting rate per square foot. For example, a simple wall painting labour cost may be lower than the textured painting labour cost, as expertise is required for certain types of painting.

 

Paint Overage and Wastage

Paint overage and wastage can increase the total cost of painting a house. It's essential to accurately estimate the amount of paint needed to avoid excess, but also account for possible wastage due to spillage, touch-ups, or mistakes during the painting process.

FAQs

How accurate is the Paint Budget Calculator estimate?

The Paint Budget Calculator provides a reliable estimate of house painting costs by factoring in the size of the project, paint type, and labour costs. However, actual costs may vary depending on additional factors like surface condition or paint quality.

How to calculate paint area?

To calculate the painting area for the cost of painting a house, measure the total surface area of walls, ceilings, or trims to be painted. Multiply the length and height of each wall and add them up to get the total area, then estimate the paint required.

How much does it cost to repaint a house?

To repaint a house, the cost depends on various factors such as the surface preparation needed, the type of paint used, quality of paint and labour cost.

How much does it cost to paint a 1000 sq ft house in India?

The cost of repainting or painting a 1000 sq ft house in India depends on the quality of paint, types of paints, labour charges, and any additional surface preparation needed.

How many coats of paint do I need for good coverage?

Typically, two coats of paint provide good coverage, for an even colour and a smooth finish. The painting cost per square foot may increase if the surface requires additional coats for better coverage, especially when using light colours over darker surfaces.

Can the calculator estimate the labour costs as well?

The paint budget calculator doesn’t estimate the labour price per sq ft to paint.

How do I calculate paint for multiple rooms or different colours?

To calculate the painting price per square foot for multiple rooms or colours, measure each room separately, consider the surface area for each wall colour and factor in different paint types or finishes.

What factors could cause my final painting cost to be higher than estimated?

Final painting costs can be higher due to factors like additional surface repairs, the need for wall primer, extra coats of paint, or higher-quality materials. Variations in labour rates and unexpected overage can also increase the painting cost per square foot.

How does wall texture or surface condition impact my painting budget?

Rough textures or damaged surfaces may require more paint and labour, increasing the painting cost per square foot. Surfaces that need extra preparation, such as sanding or filling cracks, will add to the total cost and may require more coats for smooth coverage.

Does the calculator account for ceilings and trims?

The Paint Budget Calculator doesn’t include ceilings and trims in its estimate when calculating the price per square foot to paint.

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