Residential
Painting

As a general rule of thumb, Sydney homes benefit from an exterior repaint every 7–10 years, while timber-clad homes may need attention every 5–7 years due to the natural movement of wood. Properties in coastal areas — particularly on the Northern Beaches and Eastern Suburbs — may require more frequent repaints due to salt air exposure. If paint is peeling, fading significantly, or you notice mould or mildew growth, it’s time to call in the professionals.

For a standard 3–4 bedroom home, a full interior repaint typically takes between 3 and 7 days, depending on the number of rooms, ceiling heights, the condition of existing surfaces, and whether any patching or plastering is required first. MJK Painting provides a clear timeline estimate before starting work and coordinates the sequence of rooms to minimise disruption to your daily routine as much as possible.

In most cases, yes. MJK Painting works through the home room by room, so you can continue living in unaffected areas throughout the project. Modern low-VOC Dulux paints have very little odour and dry quickly, making it comfortable to remain at home during the process. For particularly sensitive individuals, pets, or young children, MJK Painting can discuss a schedule that allows time away from freshly painted areas while work progresses.

Absolutely. MJK Painting’s experienced team is happy to assist with colour selection, drawing on knowledge of the latest Dulux colour collections and current design trends. They can advise on how natural and artificial lighting will affect colour appearance throughout the day, how to create flow between rooms, and which finishes work best in high-traffic areas. Getting the colours right from the start saves costly mistakes and ensures a result you’ll love for years.

Painting is typically one of the final trades in a renovation sequence. The ideal time to paint is after electrical and plumbing rough-ins, plastering, and cornice work are complete — but before floor coverings, cabinetry handles, and light fittings are installed. This approach prevents accidental damage to new finishes and allows painters to work freely without obstacles. MJK Painting has extensive renovation experience and can coordinate with your builder or project manager if needed.

Very little is required from you. Before the team arrives, it helps to move small personal items off shelves and benchtops, remove wall hangings, and ensure pets and children have a safe space away from work areas. MJK Painting’s team handles all the technical preparation — laying drop sheets, masking, moving larger furniture, and carrying out any surface repairs — so you can sit back while the experts take care of the rest.