Why a two-colour room can cost more to paint | SERV4U Blog
Two colours involve more than choosing two tins of paint A two colour room may have a feature wall, a divided wall, a different ceiling colour or contrasting woodwork. Each arrangement needs to be understood before the work is priced. Where the additional time comes from The work may involve planning the junction, protecting the adjoining surface, cutting in carefully, allowing coats to dry and correcting overlaps. Strong contrasts can make small inconsistencies easier to see, so the finish may need more care. Coverage and the existing colour matter A pale colour over a dark wall, or a strong colour beside a light one, may require extra coats or a suitable primer. The number of colours alone does not determine the price, but it is an important part of the brief. Include all the areas in the discussion Tell SERV4U whether the ceiling, skirting, architraves, doors, radiators and woodwork are included. Furniture protection, access restrictions and repairs to the wall can also affect the time and materials. Next step: Share the room photographs, the proposed colour layout and the areas to be painted so the scope can be separated clearly.