House painting cost per m² in South Africa
Typical painting prices per square metre of wall, inside or outside.
Typical prices
- Wall paintingR40 – R200 per m²
Estimate only — get a real quote. Prices differ by area and job.
Rough estimate
R4 000 – R20 000
This is the price range above times your amount — nothing more.
What changes the price
- Fixing cracks, damp and old paint first
- The paint you choose
- Wall texture and number of coats
- Inside or outside, and how high the walls are
Questions to ask a contractor
- Is paint included or extra?
- How many coats?
- Is preparation of the walls included?
Sources, checked October 2026