Painting a Ceiling: What Does It Cost?

Painting a ceiling costs an average of 10 euros per square meter.
In most cases, the price ranges between 4 and 16 euros per square meter.

Have you recently thought about repainting your living room ceiling?
The following guide will help you understand the possible costs involved.

The total cost of painting a ceiling depends on several factors:

• Room size

• Material costs

• Labor costs

• Additional expenses

What Travel Costs Should I Expect?

If the job site is located outside the craftsman’s normal service area, many professionals charge a travel fee, which can range between 10 and 50 euros, depending on the region.

How High Are Material and Labor Costs?

Before painting begins, the floor should be covered with plastic sheeting to protect it from paint splatters.
For this, including materials, craftsmen usually charge between 0.30 and 5.50 euros per square meter.

Prices for ceiling painting vary depending on the effort and type of paint used.

• Priming: 1 – 5 €/m²

• Single coat of paint: 5 – 10 €/m²

• Special colors or decorative designs: 20 – 30 €/m²

If the room is cluttered with furniture or other obstacles, this may increase labor time and cost.

Example Calculation: Painting a Ceiling

The following table shows an example calculation for painting a 20 m² white ceiling.
It includes the average material and labor costs.