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Interior painting in Toronto runs $2 to $4 per square foot. For a 3-bedroom home, that works out to roughly $3,500 to $7,000. A 2-bedroom condo is typically $1,800 to $3,500. Exterior work falls between $4,000 and $12,000. The biggest factor in pricing is wall condition. Cracks, holes, and water stains all mean additional prep time before any paint goes on. Ceiling height, number of coats, and paint grade also affect the total. To put that in context: a 1,200 sqft bungalow with walls in good shape might come in around $3,000 to $4,000, while a 2,500 sqft two-storey that needs drywall repair could reach $6,500 to $8,000. Worth noting that the Appraisal Institute of Canada reports fresh interior paint adds 1 to 3 percent to resale value, making it one of the more cost-effective improvements before listing. We use Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams on every project, included in the quoted price. There are no additional charges for primer, prep work, or paint upgrades. The number you approve is the final number.

A 1-bedroom condo is typically completed in 1 to 2 days. A 2-bedroom takes 2 to 3 days, and a full 3-bedroom home is about 4 to 5 days. Those timelines include all prep work: patching holes, sanding, caulking gaps, and priming where needed. Not just the painting itself. Walls in poor condition or with wallpaper that needs stripping can add another day or two. Dark accent walls and high-gloss cabinet finishes take longer as well, since they require more coats with drying time between each one. Most homeowners stay in the home during the project. We work through one room at a time and schedule bedrooms last so sleeping arrangements are not affected. Exterior work runs 4 to 7 days, largely dependent on weather. Paint does not adhere properly below 10°C, per Benjamin Moore's technical specifications, so exterior season in Toronto runs roughly late April through October. If you are working against a closing date or tenant move-in, we can assign a larger crew to shorten the timeline.

Yes, and there is no additional charge for it. Our crew moves furniture to the centre of each room or into an adjacent space, then covers everything with drop cloths and plastic sheeting. Floors are protected with heavy canvas cloths rather than thin plastic, which creates a slipping hazard on hard surfaces. For hardwood and laminate flooring, which is common in Toronto condos, we use felt-padded sliders under heavy furniture to prevent scratching. Light fixtures, switch plates, outlet covers, and vent grilles are removed before painting and reinstalled after. All windows, door hardware, baseboards, and trim are taped for clean lines. Once the painting is complete, all furniture goes back to its original position, coverings are removed, and we vacuum any dust from sanding or prep work. We then do a full walkthrough with you to review every wall and edge before the job is signed off. Clearing shelves and removing wall art ahead of time is helpful but not required. Our team is happy to take care of it.

There are five things worth verifying before you sign a contract. First, WSIB coverage. Under Ontario law, if your contractor does not carry WSIB and a worker is injured on your property, you as the homeowner can be held liable for medical costs and lost wages. Ask for a current clearance certificate. Second, general liability insurance with at least $2 million in coverage, which protects your property if something is damaged during the project. Third, a detailed written quote that breaks down the scope room by room, specifying paint brand, number of coats, all prep work included, and whether cleanup is covered. A vague or verbal estimate is the most common source of billing disputes later on. Fourth, recent reviews on Google and HomeStars. Pay attention to what people say about communication and cleanup, not just the overall rating. It is also reasonable to ask for 2 to 3 references from projects completed in the last 6 months. Fifth, warranty terms. The standard in Toronto is 1 to 2 years. A company that offers longer coverage is showing real confidence in their workmanship.

There is quite a bit of additional coordination involved. Most condo buildings require you to book a service elevator in advance, sometimes weeks ahead, and submit a Certificate of Insurance that names the condo corporation. Work is restricted to set hours, typically 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays. If any of that is not arranged beforehand, your painting crew can be turned away at the loading dock. Some buildings also enforce noise limits, which means heavy sanding or scraping needs to be scheduled within specific windows. Hallway protection is required as well: floor runners and plastic sheeting from the unit door to the elevator to keep common areas clean. Ventilation is more limited than in a house since you cannot simply open a back door for airflow, so low-VOC paint becomes more important for indoor air quality. The smaller footprint of most Toronto condos, typically 500 to 900 sqft for a 1- or 2-bedroom, also requires careful sequencing. There is no yard or garage to stage materials in. We handle all the building coordination on your behalf: elevator booking, COI paperwork, and property management communication.

With low-VOC latex paints such as Benjamin Moore Regal Select or Sherwin-Williams Cashmere, most of the odour clears within 24 to 48 hours. The surface is dry to the touch in about an hour, and it is safe to place furniture back in the room after 24 hours. Full curing is a separate process and takes 2 to 4 weeks. During that period, it is best to avoid scrubbing the walls or pushing furniture directly against them, as the finish can still mark. To clear the smell faster, open windows on opposite sides of the room to create cross-ventilation. In rooms without windows, which is common in Toronto condo bedrooms, a portable HEPA air purifier helps significantly. Paint cures fastest in a warm, dry environment, ideally between 18 and 24°C. Low-VOC and zero-VOC paints are considered safe for homes with children, pets, and individuals with chemical sensitivities. Health Canada's indoor air quality guidelines support this. We use low-VOC paint as standard on every project, included in the quoted price.