A fresh coat of paint changes how a room feels, not just how it looks. At Original Dublin Painter, interior painting is what we do most days of the week, and after 20+ years transforming homes across Dublin we’ve learned that the difference between an “okay” job and a brilliant one comes down to preparation, patience and the right colour. Alex and the team paint walls, ceilings and woodwork to a clean, even, hard-wearing finish, and we treat your home like our own: dust sheets down, furniture protected, and everything left tidy at the end of each day. It’s why so many of our 137 Google reviews (rated 4.9★) mention how careful and clean the lads were. Your vision, brilliantly brought to life.
What our interior painting service covers
We handle the full interior of a home or a single room, whichever you need. Typical work includes:
- Walls — feature walls, whole rooms, hallways, stairwells and landings
- Ceilings — flat matt finishes, stain-blocking on old water marks, and covering cracks after filling
- Woodwork and trim — skirting boards, architraves, door frames, doors, window boards and picture rails
- Radiators and pipework — brought back to a clean, even finish
- Feature and accent colours — one bold wall, panelling or a two-tone scheme
- New-build and post-renovation painting — first-coat and finishing on fresh plaster
- Landlord and pre-sale repaints — quick, neutral turnarounds between tenancies or before you go to market
If your project runs beyond the walls, we also offer exterior painting, kitchen cabinet painting and full house painting, so one trusted team can look after the whole property.
Our interior painting process
A flawless finish is 80% preparation and 20% paint. Rushing the prep is the single most common reason DIY and cut-price jobs peel, flash or show every roller mark within a year. Here’s how we work on every interior job in Dublin:
- Free on-site consultation. We visit, measure up, look at the condition of the surfaces and talk through colours, finishes and how you use each room. You get a clear, written, no-obligation quote with no pressure to book.
- Protect the space. Furniture is moved or sheeted, floors are covered, sockets and skirtings are masked, and anything that isn’t being painted is kept clean.
- Prepare the surfaces. We fill cracks and nail holes, sand back flaking or uneven areas, caulk gaps along skirtings and frames, wash down greasy or dusty walls, and spot-prime bare plaster and stains so the topcoats sit evenly.
- Prime where needed. New plaster, patched repairs, bare wood and problem stains get the right primer or mist coat first, so the colour is true and the finish lasts.
- Paint to a professional standard. Two coats as standard, cutting in crisp lines by brush and rolling the fields for even coverage. We use quality trade paints that cover well, wear well and wash down.
- Clean up and walk through. We remove all waste and packaging, put the room back together, and walk the job with you so every wall, edge and corner meets our standard before we leave. If anything needs a touch-up, we sort it there and then.
Choosing the right paint and finish
The finish matters as much as the colour. As a rough guide:
| Area | Finish we usually recommend | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Living rooms & bedrooms | Matt emulsion | Hides minor imperfections, soft modern look |
| Hallways, stairs & kids’ rooms | Washable / durable matt | Stands up to scuffs and cleaning |
| Kitchens & bathrooms | Moisture-resistant / soft sheen | Copes with steam and wipe-downs |
| Skirtings, doors & trim | Satinwood or eggshell | Tough, knock-resistant, easy to clean |
| Ceilings | Flat matt | No glare, even coverage |
Not sure what suits your rooms? Honest, practical colour advice is one of the things clients thank us for most. We’ll help you land on shades and finishes you’ll still love in five years, and we’re happy to work from a colour you’ve already chosen.
Why choose Original Dublin Painter
- 20+ years’ hands-on experience. Alex has painted every kind of Dublin home, from period redbricks and Victorian terraces to new-build apartments and family semis.
- Rated 4.9★ from 137 Google reviews. Real, verified reviews from Dublin homeowners, with recurring praise for tidy, punctual and professional work.
- Tidy, respectful and on time. We protect your home, clean up every day and take all waste away with us. Reviewers regularly mention arriving on time and leaving the house spotless.
- Fair, transparent quotes. Free, no-obligation on-site quotes with clear pricing and no surprises. We keep our rates competitive without cutting corners on prep or paint.
- Fully guaranteed work. We stand over the finish. If something isn’t right, we put it right.
- Local and reliable. We’re a Dublin painting team you can actually get hold of, and we do what we say we’ll do.
“Alex and his team were a joy to work with — professional, reliable and pleasant. They did a complete repaint including all walls, ceilings and woodwork… a really great job for very reasonable rates.” — Edel, Google review
Areas we cover
Original Dublin Painter is a service-area business, so we come to you. We paint interiors right across all of Co. Dublin — from Skerries, Malahide, Swords and Howth in the north, through the city centre and villages like Rathmines, Ranelagh, Donnybrook and Ballsbridge, out to Blackrock, Dún Laoghaire and the southern suburbs. We also travel into Kildare, Meath, north Wicklow and parts of Co. Louth. If you’re not sure whether you’re in our patch, just ask.
FAQs
How much does interior painting cost in Dublin?
It depends on the size and condition of the rooms, how much preparation is needed, the number of colours and the paint you choose. Rather than quote a vague figure, we give you a free on-site quote with a clear breakdown, so you know exactly what you’re paying for before any work starts.
How long will my rooms take to paint?
A single room is often a day; a full-house repaint typically runs a few days to a week depending on size and the amount of prep. We’ll give you a realistic timeline with your quote and keep you updated as we go.
Do I need to move out or empty the rooms?
No. We work around you. Move any small valuables and breakables, and we’ll take care of shifting and covering the rest of the furniture, protecting floors and keeping dust down while we work.
Do you tidy up and take the mess away?
Always. We clean as we go, put the room back together at the end, and remove all packaging and waste. Leaving your home neat and tidy is a standard part of every job, not an extra.
Ready to freshen up a single room or repaint the whole house? Get a free quote today, or call or WhatsApp us on 087 788 5040 and we’ll arrange a visit that suits you.