How much does it cost to paint a house? Painter prices in 2026
See what it costs to paint a house inside and out in Denmark. Prices for facade painting, interior painting, wallpapering, and lacquering.
Painting is one of the most effective ways to refresh your home — both inside and out. But what does it cost to hire a professional painter? Here is a complete price guide for 2026.
Exterior painting prices
Facade painting
A typical detached house (120-150 m² facade) costs DKK 25,000-60,000 to paint externally incl. materials and scaffolding.
Windows and doors (exterior)
- Windows exterior: DKK 800-2,000 each (sanding + 2 coats)
- Front door: DKK 2,000-4,000
- Garage/carport: DKK 5,000-12,000
Interior painting prices
Walls and ceilings
Interior painting of a typical room (12-15 m²) costs DKK 3,000-6,000 incl. materials. For an entire home (100 m² apartment) it typically costs DKK 20,000-45,000.
- Wall painting: DKK 80-150/m²
- Ceiling painting: DKK 100-180/m² (more expensive due to work position)
- Plastering: DKK 50-120/m² (extra for uneven walls)
Specialty tasks
- Wallpapering: DKK 150-300/m² incl. wallpaper
- Floor lacquering: DKK 80-150/m²
- Door and frame lacquering: DKK 1,000-2,500 each
- Garage epoxy: DKK 250-500/m²
What affects the price?
The biggest price differences come from preparation work. A newly built wall only needs priming and painting, while an old wall with cracks, wallpaper, or uneven plaster can require many hours of preparation.
- Condition of existing surfaces: More preparation = higher price
- Number of coats: Standard is 2 coats, but poor surfaces may need 3
- Color choice: Dark and bold colors often require extra coats
- Accessibility: High ceilings and hard-to-reach areas cost more
- Paint quality: Professional paint costs 30-50% more than standard
Can you paint yourself?
Interior painting is one of the few renovation tasks many homeowners can handle themselves. But consider:
Interior painting — do it yourself
Wall painting with a roller is manageable. Save 50-70% of the price by doing it yourself. Invest in good tools and quality paint.
Exterior painting — consider a professional
Facade painting requires scaffolding, experience with weather conditions, and correct priming. Mistakes here can be costly long-term.
Specialty tasks — hire a painter
Lacquering, wallpapering, and plastering require technique and experience for a beautiful result.
When should you paint the exterior?
Exterior paint should typically be renewed every 8-12 years depending on exposure and paint type. Check your property's age and materials with our property report — also see our maintenance plan for an overview of when different parts of the house need maintenance.
Paint exteriors between May and September when temperature is above 10°C and humidity is low. Avoid direct sunlight — it makes paint dry too quickly.
See painter prices in your area
Use our area check to see which wall materials are most common in your postal code. Brick houses require different treatment than wooden houses.
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