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Samantha
Lisbon, Oct 2026
I needed a handyman to do a few things in my apartment, and Nuno got back to me first and seemed reasonable. In my experience, he took a really long time to do simple tasks, and he did not finish all the jobs I booked him for in that period of time. It often felt to me like he was quite overwhelmed by everything, and I think he overpromised what he could do, although he spoke English. I would still recommend him, just not for me, and I think he could probably do simpler tasks better.
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Anonymous
Lisbon, Sep 2026
Great work from Aleksei and his crew when they painted my place in Lisbon. Quality result, they stuck to the schedule and arrived on time every day. They communicated clearly throughout and were a reliable, professional team.
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Joana
Lisbon, Oct 2026
Carlos arrived the same day, only a few hours after my call, and dealt with the plumbing situation very professionally and with calm. The price was fair, especially given that it was a same day emergency, and he called me a few days later to see whether the situation had been fixed. I was positively impressed and recommend him highly.
How much do painters cost in Lisbon?
Real price ranges from the jobs our vetted painters actually do. Prices updated August 2026
Full home painting
How much does painting a flat cost in Lisbon?
A 70 m² flat comes to roughly €490 in labour, or €650 to €700 with materials and preparation. Ask which the quote is.
Labour only, per m²
€4 to €16 per m²
Typical 70 m² flat
€650 to €700
Average job
around €864
Painting a lived-in home
How much does painting an occupied home cost in Lisbon?
More than an empty flat, because furniture has to be moved and protected and the work happens room by room.
With materials, per m²
€8 to €25 per m²
Average job
around €864
Small jobs and touch-ups
How much does a small painting job cost in Lisbon?
A single wall or touch-ups, usually with a minimum charge that makes very small jobs poor value. Bundle them.
Labour only, per m²
€4 to €16 per m²
Minimum charge
usually applies
Stairwell and shared-area painting
How much does painting a stairwell cost in Lisbon?
Commissioned by the condominium and priced per building. Height and access are the cost drivers.
Per m²
€8 to €25 per m²
Quoted per building
by access
Single room painting
How much does painting a room cost in Lisbon?
Priced per square metre of wall, not floor. Labour alone is the lower figure; with materials and preparation expect the higher one.
Labour only, per m²
€4 to €16 per m²
With materials
€8 to €25 per m²
Average
around €11 per m²
Damp and mould treatment before painting
How much does damp treatment cost in Lisbon?
Painting over damp is money wasted. Treatment is quoted after finding the cause, which may not be in the room you can see.
Quoted after inspection
cause must be found first
Preparation, per m²
€9 to €16 per m²
Exterior wall plastering
How much does exterior plastering cost in Lisbon?
Priced per square metre and usually paired with painting. Repairs to the substrate are found once work starts.
Per m²
€9 to €16 per m²
Quoted per project
after inspection
Outside house painting
How much does exterior painting cost in Lisbon?
Access and weather protection add to the per-square-metre rate. Scaffolding is quoted separately.
Per m²
€8 to €25 per m²
Access and scaffolding
quoted separately
Spray painting
How much does spray painting cost in Lisbon?
Faster and smoother than brushwork but needs far more masking, so it suits empty properties.
With materials, per m²
€8 to €25 per m²
Average
around €11 per m²
Wall smoothing before painting
How much does wall smoothing cost in Lisbon?
Estucar is priced per square metre and is what separates a good finish from a poor one on old Lisbon walls.
Per m²
€9 to €16 per m²
With painting
€8 to €25 per m²
Painting aluminium windows
How much does painting aluminium windows cost in Lisbon?
Needs specific primers and usually spraying, so it costs more than timber. Quoted per unit.
Per unit
quoted per window
With materials, per m²
€8 to €25 per m²
Painting doors and window frames
How much does painting doors and frames cost in Lisbon?
Priced per unit rather than per square metre, and preparation is most of the labour on old timber.
Per unit
quoted per door or frame
Labour, per m²
€4 to €16 per m²
Painting gates and railings
How much does painting railings cost in Lisbon?
Rust treatment first, then paint. Priced per metre or per job after a look.
Quoted per job
after inspection
Labour, per m²
€4 to €16 per m²
Wood staining and varnishing
How much does wood varnishing cost in Lisbon?
Priced per square metre with sanding included. Common on the timber floors and shutters in older flats.
Per m²
€8 to €25 per m²
Preparation, per m²
€9 to €16 per m²
Decorative paint effects
How much do decorative paint effects cost in Lisbon?
Marble and wood effects are hand-applied and quoted per project rather than per square metre.
Quoted per project
by finish and area
Per m²
from €18 per m²
Decorative wall finishes
How much does Venetian plaster cost in Lisbon?
A specialist finish well above standard painting, priced per square metre by the number of coats.
Per m²
from €18 per m²
Quoted per project
by finish
Limewash
How much does limewash cost in Lisbon?
Traditional lime paint, breathable and suited to old walls. Priced per square metre, above standard emulsion.
Per m²
€8 to €25 per m²
Preparation, per m²
€9 to €16 per m²
Wallpaper hanging
How much does wallpaper hanging cost in Lisbon?
Priced per roll or per square metre, with wall preparation separate. The paper itself is yours to buy.
Per m²
€8 to €25 per m²
Wall preparation
€9 to €16 per m²
Wallpaper removal
How much does wallpaper removal cost in Lisbon?
Charged by the hour or per square metre, and old paper on unprepared plaster is the slow case.
Per m²
€4 to €16 per m²
Quoted per job
by condition
Frequently Asked Questions
What expats want to know before hiring painters in Lisbon.
How much does it cost to paint a flat in Lisbon?
Interior painting is usually €7 to €15 per square metre of wall, so a small one-bedroom flat often lands around €500 to €1,000 with paint, and larger places more. Always check whether the quote includes the paint, prep and two coats.
Are there English-speaking painters in Lisbon?
Yes, and we list ones reviewed by other expats. Being understood about colours, finishes and which rooms matters, so an English-speaking painter makes the job smoother.
Does the price include paint and preparation?
Not always, so ask. A good quote spells out whether it covers the paint, filling and sanding, protecting floors and furniture, and how many coats. That is where cheap-looking quotes often differ.
What should I avoid when hiring a painter?
Avoid quotes that do not say what is included, and be cautious of a price far below the others, it usually means one coat, no prep, or paint billed separately later.
How much more is exterior painting?
Exterior work costs more per square metre (roughly €15 to €30) because of the prep, weatherproof paint and often access equipment. It is worth doing well, since it protects the building too.
How do you say painter in Portuguese?
A painter is a pintor in Portuguese. That is the word to search for or to ask around, though many painters here are used to the English term.
How do I find a painter I can trust in Lisbon?
Check recent reviews and ask to see photos of past work. On Locallista the reviews are phone-verified, so you are reading real experiences.