Exterior repaints, taken seriously
A great exterior repaint is 80% preparation. Across North Brisbane and the Moreton Bay region, the homes we paint range from heritage Queenslanders in Ascot, Hamilton, Clayfield and Wilston, to bayside weatherboard houses in Sandgate, Shorncliffe and Redcliffe. Every one of these homes deserves the same approach: strip back failing paint, repair or replace damaged timber, treat the substrate, prime bare areas, then apply a premium two-coat finish.
Full weatherboard repaints — our specialty
Weatherboard homes are one of Brisbane's defining housing types. A full weatherboard repaint is not a job for shortcuts — it is the single best investment you can make in the longevity and street appeal of a timber-clad home.
Full strip & sand
Strip failing, flaking or alligatored paint; pressure-wash, sand and feather to a sound, smooth base.
Timber repair
Board replacement, splice repairs, rot treatment, putty and filler before any primer goes down.
Lead-safe handling
Containment, dust suppression and correct disposal on pre-1970 homes as standard.
Quality priming
Oil-based or acrylic primer over all bare and feathered timber, system-matched to the topcoat.
Two-coat finish
Two coats of a premium Australian exterior system, applied to manufacturer specification.
Detail cut-in
Weatherboard ends, edges, decorative timber, eaves, fascia, gutters, downpipes and decks.
Heritage & period home exteriors
Period homes — Queenslanders, federation residences, ashgrovian houses, California bungalows and colonial cottages — require a painter who understands them. Decorative timber, balustrades, fretwork, VJ panels, turned posts and casement windows all need cut-in detail and the right finish.
Period schemes
Three- or four-colour heritage schemes drawn from period palettes and archival references.
Colour matching
Match to existing or archival paint so additions and repaints sit seamlessly with the original.
Decorative restoration
Restoration of fretwork, balustrades, brackets and turned posts before any topcoat.
Sympathetic repair
Repair of original timber detail rather than replacement wherever the substrate allows.
Specialist coatings
Coatings matched to traditional substrates — VJ panels, weatherboard and decorative timber.
Eaves, fascia & barge boards
Brushed by hand at height — the trim is where a Queenslander earns its character back.
Render, fibre cement & brick exteriors
For rendered, fibre cement and brick exteriors we use long-life elastomeric and acrylic systems that bridge fine cracks, breathe properly and hold their colour in full Queensland sun.
Wash & clean down
High-pressure wash and sugar-soap clean down across the full envelope.
Crack & render repair
Crack repair, render patching and bag-coat where the surface needs it.
Matched primer
Sealer or block-filler primer chosen to suit render, fibre cement or brick.
Long-life finish
Two-coat premium acrylic or elastomeric topcoat that holds colour in Queensland sun.
Trim cut-in
Separate trim, window and door cut-in — clean lines, no overspray.
Roof, eaves, decks & timber detail
Roof & gutter coatings
Roof and gutter coatings on selected projects, matched to the main exterior system.
Eaves, soffits, fascia
Eaves, soffits and fascia coatings tied cleanly into the main exterior scheme.
Deck oils & stains
Deck oils, stains and clear finishes chosen for traffic, sun and footwear.
Pergolas & posts
Pergolas, balustrades, screens and timber posts prepped, primed and finished.
Front doors
Statement front doors and decorative joinery in enamel or acrylic enamel.
Our exterior process
Inspect & quote
Detailed site inspection and a written, itemised quote with system, coats and inclusions.
Set up & protect
Scaffold or EWP, masking, ground protection and access set up before paint moves.
Wash, strip, repair
Wash down, strip failing paint and complete timber repairs across the envelope.
Sand & prep
Sand, feather and prepare every surface to a sound, smooth and dust-free base.
Prime
Spot prime or full prime as required by the substrate and the chosen system.
Two-coat finish
Brush, roll or spray two finish coats to the right spec for each substrate.
Detail & walk-through
Final cut-in, detail and a quality walk-through with you before handover.
Suburbs we paint exteriors in
We work across North Brisbane and Moreton Bay — including Ashgrove, Kedron, Nundah, Brighton, Kippa-Ring, North Lakes, Mango Hill, Narangba, Burpengary, Morayfield and Caboolture.
Frequently asked questions
Do you specialise in full weatherboard repaints?
Yes — full weatherboard repaints are one of our core services. We strip back failing paint, repair or replace damaged boards, treat any rot, prime bare timber and apply a long-life exterior system across the entire envelope.
Can you repaint a heritage or period exterior in a period-correct colour scheme?
Absolutely. We work on Queenslanders, federation homes, ashgrovian houses and colonial cottages throughout Brisbane's character suburbs. We can match existing schemes, source archival colours, or develop a period-correct palette from scratch.
How long does an exterior repaint last in Brisbane's climate?
With proper preparation and a premium two-coat exterior system, a quality exterior repaint typically lasts 8–12 years on rendered surfaces and 7–10 years on timber, depending on aspect, sun exposure and coastal salt. Cheap systems often fail in 3–5 years.
Do you handle lead paint on older homes?
Yes. Most Brisbane homes built before 1970 will have some lead-based paint. We use lead-safe work practices — controlled removal, containment, dust suppression and correct disposal — as a standard part of our process on older properties.
What's included in an exterior repaint quote?
Every quote spells out the preparation steps, any timber repairs, the primer and finish system, the number of coats, what's included (eaves, fascia, gutters, downpipes, decks) and the project timeline.
Do you paint multi-storey or hard-to-access exteriors?
Yes — we scaffold or use elevated work platforms as required. Multi-storey Queenslanders, hillside homes and tall federation houses are part of our regular work.
Areas we service
North Brisbane, Brisbane Bayside & Moreton Bay service area
Planning a full exterior repaint?
Whether it's a heritage Queenslander, a full weatherboard restoration or a render and brick exterior, we'd love to take a look and put together a detailed, itemised quote.