What does an interior painter cost per square meter?

Painting the inside of your home gives it a fresh look and protects woodwork and walls from wear and tear.
In 2025, the prices for interior painting will depend on the type of work, the condition of the surface and the scope of the project.

Average Costs for Interior Painting

1. Costs per component

• Interior frames: € 100 – € 130 per frame
• Interior doors: € 90 – € 140 per door
• Radiators: € 100 – € 150 each
• Baseboards and moldings: often on basis of running meters (€ 8 – € 15 per meter)

2. Cost per m² (walls and ceilings)

For larger surfaces such as walls or ceilings, painters usually charge a price per m²:

• Painting walls: € 25 – € 35 per m²
• Painting ceiling: € 30 – € 40 per m²
  (Including labor, paint and small materials.)

3. Hourly rate interior painter

• Average rate: € 40 – € 50 per hour (excl. VAT)
• The low VAT rate of 9% applies to homes older than 2 years.

Example project – interior painting living room

Assignment:

• 5 interior frames
• 2 interior doors
• 40 m² walls

Estimate:

• 5 × € 120 = € 600
• 2 × € 110 = € 220
• 40 m² × € 30 = € 1.200
  Total costs: approx. € 2,000 including material and labor

Factors that influence the price

• Condition of the surface: cracks, holes, or bad paint increase the price due to extra preparation.
• Accessibility: high ceilings or stairwells cost more time.
• Number of components: the larger the order, the lower the price per component.
• Paint choice: quality paint lasts longer but is more expensive to purchase.

Tips to save costs

1. Combine multiple painting jobs into one order.
2. Prepare yourself: cleaning or light sanding.
3. Request multiple quotes; platforms like jeofferte.nl make comparing easy.
4. Schedule painting work in a quiet period for more favorable rates.

Summary

• Interior door frames: € 100 – € 130
• Interior doors: € 90 – € 140
• Walls: € 25 – € 35 per m²
• Ceilings: € 30 – € 40 per m²
• Hourly rate: € 40 – € 50

An average interior painting job in a living room quickly costs between € 1,500 and € 2,500, depending on the size and condition of the surface.