Queensland weather is unforgiving on exterior paint. Intense UV breaks down surface coatings fast, summer storms drive moisture into timber and render, and salt-laden coastal air accelerates deterioration. Metro Painting Group delivers exterior painting in Brisbane that goes beyond a fresh coat: full substrate preparation, correct primer selection, and UV-resistant topcoats that keep your home protected for a decade.
“After three painters gave us verbal quotes and never followed up, Lazar arrived on time, gave us a written quote within 24 hours, and completed the job exactly as quoted. The exterior looks 20 years younger. Dulux Weathershield. You can see the quality difference.”
David K.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS ARE SAYING
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Timber moves with Queensland's heat and humidity. Weatherboard painters Brisbane homeowners can rely on will address split boards, peeling leads, and gaps before they become costly structural problems. We prepare, fill, sand, and prime before applying a UV-stable topcoat rated for Queensland conditions.
Render painting Brisbane requires the right surface prep. Washing, patching cracks, sealing, and the correct alkali-resistant primer. Whether you're repainting existing render or painting new, we match your finish and get the render paint colours right first time.
Painting brick house exterior in Brisbane is a long-term commitment. We assess condition, clean, treat any efflorescence, and apply a breathable masonry paint system that protects without trapping moisture.
The exterior colour scheme extends to fascias, gutters, bargeboards, and trims. Correct preparation stops peeling. Every surface assessed and primed before topcoat.
Whole-of-home exterior repaint staged to minimise disruption. Staging scaffolding, protecting gardens, cleaning up daily. Exterior house painters Brisbane homeowners hire should hand over a written timeline before work begins. Every job we take on includes one.
We are the exterior painting contractors Brisbane strata managers and body corporate committees depend on. Metro handles everything from initial scope and colour approval through to completion reports. QBCC licensed, fully insured, all documentation provided.
Not every exterior surface takes the same paint system. Using the wrong primer or topcoat on render, brick, or timber is the single most common cause of premature failure in exterior home painting in Brisbane.
Dulux Weathershield / Wattyl Solagard
Timber needs flexibility to move with Queensland's climate swings. Oil-based primer on bare timber locks in the substrate and prevents early peel. Two coats of Dulux Weathershield or Wattyl Solagard, both rated for high UV environments, deliver a film that expands and contracts without cracking. Rotten boards replaced before a brush touches the surface.
Alkali-resistant primer + breathable topcoat
Fresh and aged render is alkaline. Standard primers saponify and fail. An alkali-resistant primer neutralises the surface before topcoat. Painting render Brisbane homeowners do correctly also demands crack-filling and sealing before primer goes on. The result: render paint colours that hold true and a finish that doesn't bubble or delaminate.
Breathable masonry paint system
Painting brick walls exterior in Brisbane requires a breathable system. Trap moisture and the paint fails from behind. We clean thoroughly, treat any efflorescence (white salt deposits), then apply a penetrating masonry sealer before topcoat. The system lets the brick breathe while keeping water out.
Corrosion-inhibiting primer + gloss topcoat
Metal gutters and fascias need a corrosion-inhibiting primer before topcoat. Timber fascias and bargeboards follow the same oil-based primer protocol as weatherboard. Getting the roofline right ties the whole exterior colour scheme together, and it's the surface most homeowners neglect.
OUR PROCESS
Request a quote online or call. You'll hear back within 2 hours, not days. No obligation, no follow-up pressure.
A licensed estimator visits your property for a free assessment of every surface, substrate, and access point. Your quote is based on what's actually there, not a guess from photos.
Once confirmed, a dedicated project manager is assigned to your job. Your single point of contact through to handover.
You receive a detailed written scope of work. Every surface, every coat, every product specified. No surprises on job day, no hidden extras after.
Your completed job gets a final quality inspection before handover. All drop sheets, equipment and waste are removed. Your property is left clean. A 10-year workmanship warranty is issued in writing, not a verbal promise.
“Metro Painting completed the external paint of our house at Indooroopilly. The workmanship from the painters is exceptional. If you need quality work and honest reasonable costs, this company is one to make contact with.”
Alan & Carole J., Indooroopilly
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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
“After three painters gave us verbal quotes and never followed up, Lazar arrived on time, gave us a written quote within 24 hours, and completed the job exactly as quoted. The exterior looks 20 years younger. Dulux Weathershield. You can see the quality difference.”
“Lazar and his team repainted our entire home interior in 3 days. Prep work was meticulous. Every surface filled and sanded before a roller touched the wall. The finish is flawless and the house feels brand new. The quote was written, detailed, and exactly what we paid.”
“Had three quotes for our terracotta roof. Metro were mid-range on price but the only ones who explained exactly what prep was needed and why. High-pressure wash, rust treatment, primer, then two coats. The finished result is outstanding.”
4.8 Stars · 55+ Verified Google Reviews · QBCC #15130869
ABOUT THE ESTIMATOR
Founder & Estimator | Metro Painting Group
Third-generation painter. 15+ years estimating and managing exterior painting jobs across Brisbane. Every exterior I quote, I assess personally: substrate condition, paint adhesion, timber integrity, and surface exposure. That’s the only way to give you a price that’s accurate on day one and accurate on completion.
QBCC Licence #15130869. Verifiable at qbcc.qld.gov.au. We carry $20 million public liability insurance. Copies available on request before you sign anything.
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“So glad we chose Metro for our house exterior and bedrooms. They delivered on everything promised. Our quote was much less than what we were expecting.”
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QUICK ANSWER
A standard 3-bedroom home exterior, walls, fascias, gutters, and trims, typically runs $4,500–$8,500 depending on substrate condition, access requirements, and surface area. Weatherboard homes generally sit at the lower-mid range; rendered homes with significant crack repairs or brick homes with extensive prep sit higher.
The only accurate number comes from a free on-site assessment. Exterior home painting in Brisbane varies too much by substrate and condition for an honest phone quote. Lazar offers same-day on-site assessments with a written quote within 24 hours.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
A properly prepared exterior paint job in Brisbane should last 8–12 years before requiring a full repaint. The difference is preparation: a job that skips sanding, priming, or crack repairs will start showing failure within 2–3 years. Metro's 10-year written warranty reflects what quality prep actually delivers.
For weatherboard we use Dulux Weathershield or Wattyl Solagard. Both rated for Queensland UV exposure. Render and masonry gets an alkali-resistant primer followed by a breathable masonry topcoat. Bare timber gets an oil-based primer before topcoat. We don't spec budget-grade paint. It fails faster and costs more over the long run.
Single-storey homes can be completed with ladders and a combination of brush, roller, and spray. Double-storey or homes with steep rooflines usually require scaffolding for safe, quality access to all surfaces. We quote scaffolding as part of the job. It's never a surprise cost.
Painting a weatherboard house in Brisbane correctly means checking every board for rot, splits, and gaps before a brush touches it. We replace or treat any damaged timber, fill all gaps with flexible exterior caulk, sand any peeling paint back to a firm edge, prime bare surfaces, then apply two UV-stable topcoats. Cutting corners on any of these steps is what causes weatherboard to peel within a few years.
Yes, provided the existing render is sound and adhering correctly. Painting over render in Brisbane requires the surface to be thoroughly cleaned, cracks filled and sealed, any loose sections re-rendered, then an alkali-resistant primer applied before topcoat. If the render is crumbling or delaminating, we'll advise on repair options before quoting the painting.
A standard single-storey 3-bedroom home exterior typically takes 3–5 days. Double-storey homes or those with extensive prep needs (weatherboard rot repairs, render crack patching, or full stripping) run 5–8 days. We provide a written timeline in your scope of work before we start.
Lighter tones reflect heat and tend to hold their colour longer in Queensland sun. Darker colours absorb heat. Fine for shaded surfaces but can fade faster on north-facing walls with full sun exposure. During your on-site colour consultation we'll assess your home's aspect, surrounding colours, and council requirements (heritage overlays in some Brisbane suburbs restrict colour choices) and provide specific recommendations.
Yes. Our exterior painting contractors in Brisbane work with strata managers and body corporate committees on multi-tenancy repaints. We handle everything from initial scope and colour approval through to completion reports. QBCC licensed and fully insured. We provide all documentation required for strata compliance.
AREAS WE SERVICE
We service 24+ suburbs across Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Ipswich. Same-day quotes available across all areas.
Your Project Starts Here
Every painting job is quoted in person, not from photos. Book a free on-site assessment and get a written scope and price the same day.
QBCC Licensed Painters #15130869 · 4.8 Stars Across 55+ Google Reviews · 10-Year Written Workmanship Warranty
