#Cost to Paint Kitchen - 2015 Cost Calculator (ZipCode based)

Searching for a quick, accurate estimate of the cost to Paint a Kitchen? This FREE online calculator uses current material prices, proven productivity rates and region specific wages to estimate costs for your Kitchen Painting project.

This estimate is for repainting (walls, light textured ceiling, base molding, 2 doors and door casing per room) previously painted rooms. It includes basic surface cleaning, spot priming and two coats of paint. Time for planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup are also included. For a basic 120 square feet project in zip code 47474, the cost to Paint a Kitchen averages $2.61 - $5.55 per square foot - but costs vary by size and location. To estimate costs for your project:

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Cost to Paint a Kitchen - Notes and General Information

Homewyse cost estimates are "ballpark" ranges for basic work performed in normal, serviceable conditions. The estimates should only be used for preliminary planning. Homewyse estimates are NOT substitutes for firm quotes from qualified vendors. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for an accurate assessment of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.

The cost estimate includes:

Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site. Costs to prepare the worksite for Kitchen Painting, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components. Costs for job cleanup and debris removal at project completion. Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Kitchen Painting jobs.

The cost estimate does NOT include:

Costs for relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, finish, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing those systems into compliance with current building codes. Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, etc). General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the Kitchen Painting. Add 11% to 23% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project. Sales tax on materials and supplies. Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.

Cost to Paint a Kitchen - References

Interior Design: Materials and Specifications Fairchild Publications; first edition, Oct 2008, Lisa Godsey, ISBN 1563674874 Manual of Standard Estimating Practice American Society of Professional Estimators, Jul 2012, Editorial Staff Carpentry and Building Construction, Student Text Glencoe/McGraw-Hill; 6th edition, Jan 2003, Mark Feirer, John Feirer, ISBN 007822702X The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 5: Partitions, Ceilings, Floors, and Stairs U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff

Kitchen Painting - Average Cost Per Square Foot Floor

Expect to pay in the high end of the estimated price range for a licensed, bonded and insured contractor and for complex or rush projects. Hire carefully, only after verifying prior work quality.

For the best value on Kitchen Painting: combine related projects; get bids from several pros; and be flexible about project scheduling.

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