Painting Guides & Advice
Painting & Decorating Guides
Straight-up answers to the painting questions Auckland homeowners actually ask — written for Lunjevich Decorators by Steve, a Kiwi and trade-qualified painter with 20+ years on the tools. Search or browse the guides below, and whenever you want expert advice or a free quote, just get in touch.
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Costs & Quotes
How Much Does It Cost to Paint a House in Auckland?
A straight-talking guide to house painting costs in Auckland — what drives the price of interior and exterior repaints, and how to get an accurate quote from a trade-qualified painter.
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Exterior Painting
The Best Time of Year to Paint a House Exterior in New Zealand
When should you paint your home’s exterior in New Zealand? A trade-qualified painter explains the ideal temperature, humidity and seasons for a long-lasting exterior repaint in Auckland.
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Exterior Painting
How Often Should You Repaint a Weatherboard House in NZ?
Weatherboard homes are a New Zealand classic — but they need regular repainting to stay protected. Learn how often to repaint and the warning signs to watch for.
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Heritage & Character Homes
Painting a Heritage Villa in Auckland: What You Need to Know
Auckland’s character villas and bungalows need a careful, specialist approach. Learn how heritage homes in Ponsonby, Herne Bay and Remuera are repainted and restored properly.
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Colour & Design
How to Choose the Right Paint Colours for Your Home
Choosing paint colours can feel overwhelming. Here is a practical approach to picking interior and exterior colours that suit your home, your light and New Zealand conditions.
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Roof Painting
Roof Painting in New Zealand: Is It Worth It?
Roof painting can restore and protect your roof for a fraction of replacement cost. Learn the benefits, the process and when roof painting makes sense for Auckland homes.
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Preparation
How to Prepare Your Home for a Professional Painter
A few simple steps before your painter arrives make the job faster, smoother and tidier. Here is how to get your home ready for interior or exterior painting.
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Paint & Products
Interior vs Exterior Paint: What’s the Difference?
Interior and exterior paints are built for very different jobs. Understand the difference so your paint performs — and lasts — exactly where it needs to.
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Maintenance
7 Signs Your House Needs Repainting
Not sure if it’s time to repaint? Here are the clear warning signs that your Auckland home’s paintwork needs attention — before small problems become expensive ones.
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Specialist Services
Swimming Pool Painting: A Practical Guide
Thinking of painting your pool? Learn about pool paint types, preparation, how long it lasts and why pool painting is best left to an experienced professional in Auckland.
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Exterior Painting
How Long Does Exterior House Paint Last in New Zealand?
How many years should an exterior repaint last in New Zealand? A trade-qualified Auckland painter explains paint lifespan, what shortens it, and how to make a repaint last.
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Colour & Design
Best Exterior House Colours for New Zealand Homes
Popular and timeless exterior house colour ideas for New Zealand homes — from classic villa whites to modern charcoals and grey-greens, with tips for choosing a scheme that lasts.
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Paint & Products
Resene vs Dulux: Which Paint Is Best for Your NZ Home?
A trade-qualified painter’s honest take on Resene vs Dulux for New Zealand homes — quality, durability, colour range and how to choose the right paint system for the job.
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Preparation
How to Remove Mould and Mildew Before Painting
Painting over mould never works. A trade-qualified Auckland painter explains how to properly treat and remove mould, algae and mildew before repainting for a finish that lasts.
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Costs & Quotes
A Landlord’s Guide to Painting a Rental Property
Smart, cost-effective painting advice for New Zealand landlords — durable finishes, neutral colours, maintenance timing and how a tidy repaint protects your investment and rental return.
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Costs & Quotes
How Much Does It Cost to Paint a House Interior in NZ?
What drives the cost of an interior repaint in New Zealand — rooms, ceilings, trim, prep and paint quality — plus how to get an accurate, itemised quote from a trade-qualified Auckland painter.
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Colour & Design
Paint Finishes Explained: Matt, Satin, Semi-Gloss & Gloss
Confused by paint sheen levels? A trade-qualified painter explains matt, low-sheen, satin, semi-gloss and gloss finishes — and where to use each one in your New Zealand home.
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Exterior Painting
Painting Plaster and Fibre-Cement Cladding
How to repaint plaster and fibre-cement (Linea / Hardie-style) cladding on New Zealand homes — preparation, the right systems, crack repair and why it differs from painting timber.
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Paint & Products
Acrylic vs enamel paint: which should you use and where?
Compare acrylic vs enamel paint for NZ homes. Learn where each works best on walls, trim, bathrooms, doors and kitchens.
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Exterior Painting
Best time of year to hire a painter in New Zealand
Find the best season for exterior painting in NZ, plus what Auckland weather means for planning, prep and a longer-lasting finish.
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Exterior Painting
Best Exterior Paint NZ: What to Choose for Auckland Homes
Choose the best exterior paint in NZ for Auckland weather. Learn what lasts on weatherboards, plaster and trim, plus when to call Steve.
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Plastering & Prep
Can You Paint Directly Over New Render?
Find out whether new render needs sealing before painting, plus the right prep steps for Auckland homes and when to call Steve.
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Plastering & Prep
How to fill a large hole in a solid plaster wall
Learn how to repair a large hole in a solid plaster wall with the right prep, patching and sanding for a smooth Auckland finish.
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Costs & Quotes
How much does a painter cost in Tauranga?
Need a Tauranga painter? Learn what affects painting costs, what to ask for in a quote, and how to budget for a quality finish.
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Prefer to just talk it through?
Steve is a Kiwi and a trade-qualified painter who'll give you honest, no-pressure advice. Call or email for a free quote anywhere across Auckland.