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Top Rated Painters on the Gold Coast

The highest-rated painters on the Gold Coast right now are True Coast Painting (5.0 from 56 Google reviews), Meridian Painting Pty Ltd (5.0 from 46 Google reviews) and JG Superior Painters | Painters in Gold Coast (5.0 from 30 Google reviews). We rank 16 local painters by Google rating weighted by review count, so a perfect score from a handful of reviews never outranks a proven track record. Compare them below and request free quotes from several at once.

Updated 22 September 2026

16 businesses

Ranked by Google rating weighted by review count — how we rank

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Broadbeach Waters, QLD

5.0
(10 reviews)
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Based on Google ratings weighted by review count, the top-rated painters on the Gold Coast are currently True Coast Painting, Meridian Painting Pty Ltd and JG Superior Painters | Painters in Gold Coast. The best choice still depends on your job — compare their services and request quotes from two or three.

Top 10 Painters on the Gold Coast

Ranked by Google rating weighted by review count — how we rank

  1. 1

    True Coast Painting

    5.0
    (56 reviews)
    0450 503 246
  2. 2

    Meridian Painting Pty Ltd

    5.0
    (46 reviews)
    0466 231 698
  3. 3

    JG Superior Painters | Painters in Gold Coast

    5.0
    (30 reviews)
    0435 779 921
  4. 4

    Trend Painting Group

    5.0
    (24 reviews)
    0412 486 177
  5. 5

    Concepta Painting | Painters Gold Coast QLD

    5.0
    (20 reviews)
    0422 659 616
  6. 6

    Precision Coat Painting

    5.0
    (20 reviews)
    0406 244 225
  7. 7

    Legacy Painting Contractors PTY LTD

    5.0
    (12 reviews)
    0419 165 713
  8. 8

    Gold Coast painting services

    5.0
    (11 reviews)
    0477 587 747
  9. 9

    Serene Sky Painting

    5.0
    (10 reviews)
    0420 649 696
  10. 10

    Ezicon Painting Decorations

    5.0
    (10 reviews)
    0458 051 761

How much does a painter cost on the Gold Coast?

Painting a typical room on the Gold Coast costs $295–$980, and a full interior repaint of a 3-bedroom house $3,925–$9,300. Prices include GST; the final quote depends on surface preparation, paint quality and access.

Hourly rate$39 – $98 per hour
Day rate$345 – $635 per day
Interior walls and ceilings$20 – $39 per m²
Exterior walls$24 – $59 per m²
Single room (walls and ceiling)$295 – $980
Whole interior, 3-bedroom house$3,925 – $9,300
Exterior, single-storey house$3,925 – $9,800
Exterior, two-storey house$7,350 – $17,650
Ceiling only, per room$195 – $490
Door (both sides)$78 – $195
Fence painting or staining$490 – $2,450
Deck staining$490 – $1,950

Tips before you book

  • Ask what preparation is included — sanding, filling, priming — since it decides how long the finish lasts.
  • Ask which paint brand and range they'll use; premium paint costs more but lasts longer on coastal exteriors.
  • Get the number of coats in writing.

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How to choose a painter on the Gold Coast

Painting is licensed building work in Queensland, so for any job over $3,300 the first check is the painter's QBCC licence.

  1. Check their QBCC licence.

    Building work valued over $3,300 — including painting — must be done by a QBCC-licensed contractor. Search the business on the QBCC licensee register (https://my.qbcc.qld.gov.au/myQBCC/s/qbcc-licensee-register) or call 139 333.

  2. Get two or three written quotes.

    Compare the preparation, number of coats and paint brand, not just the total.

  3. Ask how they'll handle preparation.

    Most paint failures come from poor preparation. Ask how they treat cracks, flaking paint and mould.

  4. Check for lead paint in older homes.

    Homes painted before the 1970s may have lead-based paint. Ask how the painter tests for it and contains dust.

  5. Get a written contract for bigger jobs.

    In Queensland, domestic building work over $3,300 (including GST) needs a written, signed contract. Check it lists the scope, price, start date and how variations are handled.

  6. Check reviews and past work.

    Ask for photos of similar jobs, and look for reviews mentioning work like yours (exterior, interior or roofs).

  7. Confirm public liability insurance

    and ask how they warrant their workmanship.

If the work is defective, you can lodge a complaint with the QBCC on 139 333.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the best painter on the Gold Coast?

Based on Google ratings weighted by review count, the top-rated Gold Coast painters are currently True Coast Painting, Meridian Painting Pty Ltd and JG Superior Painters | Painters in Gold Coast. The best choice still depends on your job, so compare their services and request quotes from two or three.

How much does a painter cost on the Gold Coast?

Most Gold Coast painters charge $39–$98 an hour or $345–$635 a day. A single room typically costs $295–$980 and a full 3-bedroom interior $3,925–$9,300.

How much does it cost to paint a house exterior on the Gold Coast?

Painting the exterior of a single-storey house typically costs $3,925–$9,800, and a two-storey house $7,350–$17,650. Preparation, access and the condition of existing paint affect the price most.

How much do painters charge per square metre on the Gold Coast?

Interior painting typically costs $20–$39 per m² and exterior painting $24–$59 per m², including GST.

Do painters need a licence in Queensland?

Yes, for larger jobs. Painting is building work in Queensland, and anyone doing building work valued over $3,300 must hold a QBCC licence. Check the business on the QBCC licensee register.

How long does it take to paint a house?

A single room usually takes one to two days, A full interior or exterior repaint of a typical house usually takes one to two weeks, depending on preparation and weather.

Do I need a written contract with a painter?

In Queensland, domestic building work over $3,300 (including GST) needs a written, signed contract. Make sure it lists the surfaces, preparation, paint and number of coats.

How much does it cost to paint a fence or stain a deck on the Gold Coast?

Fence painting or staining typically costs $490–$2,450 and deck staining $490–$1,950, depending on size and condition.

Is it free to request quotes through Top Local Trades?

Yes. Requesting quotes is free for homeowners, with no obligation. Select the painters you want, describe the job once, and each business receives your request directly.

How are painters ranked on this page?

Painters are ordered by their Google rating weighted by review count, so a 5.0 from a few reviews doesn't outrank a 4.9 from hundreds. Businesses can't pay to change their position in the ranked list. See how we rank for the full method.

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