Painters and decorators across Ireland for interior rooms, exterior walls, new builds, commercial fit-outs, and wallpapering — covering Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford, and all 26 counties

Painting the interior of a three-bedroom semi-detached house in Ireland typically costs between €2,500 and €5,000, including labour and materials. A single room costs €300 to €700 depending on size and condition. Exterior painting of a full house ranges from €2,000 to €6,000 depending on height, surface area, and preparation required. All Ranksy-listed painters provide detailed written quotes before work begins.

Ranksy has one vetted painter and decorator per county across all 26 counties of Ireland — from Dublin, Cork, and Galway to Cavan, Leitrim, and Donegal. Whether you are in Swords, Bray, Dundalk, Limerick, Waterford, Kilkenny, Ennis, or Tralee, check the directory to see if your area still has a spot open.

Most professional painters in Ireland supply the paint as part of the quote, sourcing trade-grade materials at better prices than retail. You can also choose your own colours and brands if you prefer — your painter will work with whatever you supply. Trade paint is generally more durable than DIY retail versions, so most clients let the painter handle it.

A full interior repaint of a three-bedroom house typically takes 5 to 8 working days, including preparation, undercoats, and finishing coats. A single room can be done in 1 to 2 days. New builds may take longer due to plasterwork settling. Your painter will give you a room-by-room schedule before starting.

Ranksy-listed painters cover interior painting for all rooms, exterior painting and weather protection, commercial office and retail fit-outs, feature walls and specialist finishes, wallpaper hanging and removal, coving and cornice painting, new build finishing, and wood staining and varnishing for floors, doors, and joinery.

Masonry paint with a breathable, weather-resistant formula is the standard choice for Irish homes. Dulux Weathershield and Sandtex are popular trade options. Silicone masonry paint offers superior water repellency and longevity, lasting 10 to 15 years in Irish conditions. Your painter will recommend the right product based on your wall type and exposure.

Move furniture away from walls and cover it with dust sheets. Remove pictures, mirrors, and wall fixtures where possible. Point out any cracks or damage you want filled before painting. Ensure painters have access to all rooms at the agreed start time. Professional painters handle their own preparation including sanding, filling, and priming.

In Ireland, exterior masonry paint typically lasts 7 to 10 years before needing full repainting, though touch-ups may be needed sooner in exposed coastal or high-rainfall locations. Signs it is time to repaint include chalking or flaking paint, colour fade, mould or algae growth, and exposed render or masonry. Regular painting protects the structure as well as improving appearance.