Updated for 2026. Here's what Dallas homeowners typically pay for painting services.
| Service | Low | High | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interior painting (per room) | $350 | $800 | Standard 12x12 room. Lakewood and M Streets older plaster walls add 15-20% for prep |
| Whole-house interior (2,000 sq ft) | $4,500 | $9,000 | Preston Hollow and Park Cities high-end finishes push toward top of range |
| Exterior painting (full house) | $4,000 | $10,000 | Historic Munger Place and Swiss Avenue homes often require period-appropriate colors and extra coats |
| Cabinet painting/refinishing | $3,000 | $7,500 | Oak Lawn condo kitchens with custom cabinetry trend toward higher end |
| Deck/fence staining | $800 | $2,500 | Cedar fences in North Dallas HOA neighborhoods need re-staining every 2-3 years due to sun exposure |
| Popcorn ceiling removal | $1,200 | $3,500 | Very common in 1980s homes across Lake Highlands and Far North Dallas; asbestos testing adds $200-400 |
| Trim and baseboard painting | $300 | $1,200 | Older M Streets and Lakewood homes with ornate woodwork require careful prep |
| Accent wall (single wall) | $150 | $500 | Popular in Deep Ellum lofts and Uptown apartments; textured finishes and murals cost more |
| Garage floor coating (epoxy) | $1,500 | $3,500 | Two-car garage standard; Preston Hollow homeowners often add decorative flake |
* Prices are estimates based on Dallas market data for 2026. Actual costs depend on project scope, materials, and contractor.
Homes in Munger Place, Swiss Avenue, and parts of Oak Cliff must follow Historic Preservation overlay color palettes and may need approval before painting exteriors
North Dallas neighborhoods like Preston Highlands and Far North Dallas subdivisions require pre-approved exterior colors, which can limit product choices
Pre-1960s homes in Lakewood, M Streets, and Kessler Park have plaster walls that need skim-coating and specialized primers before paint adheres properly
Park Cities and Preston Hollow clients often specify Farrow & Ball, Benjamin Moore Aura, or similar premium paints that run $60-90/gallon versus $30-40 for standard
Dallas homes facing south or west on streets like Lovers Lane and Northwest Highway see paint fade 2-3x faster, requiring more frequent repainting
Two- and three-story homes common in Highland Park and University Park require scaffolding ($500-1,500 additional) rather than standard ladders
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Dallas painters are busiest from March through May and again in September through November when temperatures stay in the ideal 50-85°F range. Summer exterior work is possible but crews start at dawn to avoid afternoon heat above 95°F, and some painters charge a 10-15% summer premium for exterior jobs. Winter is the slowest season and the best time to negotiate interior painting rates—expect 10-20% discounts from December through February.
The Dallas painting market is driven by two forces: a large inventory of pre-1990 homes that need continual maintenance and a booming luxury market in Park Cities and Preston Hollow where clients expect showroom-quality finishes. Lead paint is a real concern in Lakewood, M Streets, and East Dallas homes built before 1978—always confirm your painter is EPA RRP-certified for older properties. The city’s UV intensity means exterior paint rarely lasts more than 5-7 years on south-facing walls, and dark exterior colors fade noticeably within 2-3 years. Many Dallas painters are booked 3-4 weeks out during peak season, so plan accordingly.
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