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Painting cost guides

Real paint costs, DIY vs. professional pricing, and tools compared for every room.

A small modern bathroom with white walls, a rectangular sink on a wood-topped vanity, an illuminated mirror and a toilet
Painting

How Much Does It Cost to Paint a Bathroom? 2026 Price Guide

Painting a bathroom costs about $50–$400 in DIY materials and $150–$800 with a pro for most rooms, and many painters set a $250+ minimum. See costs by size.

A paint roller on a long pole applying white paint to a pale gray wall
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Paint Sprayer vs. Roller: Is Spraying Worth It in 2026?

A rented airless sprayer runs about $85–$100 a day and can use 25–33% more paint. See real costs for one room and a whole apartment, and when spraying wins.

A roller applying white paint to a bedroom wall
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Cost to Paint a Bedroom in 2026: DIY vs. Pro Price Guide

Painting a bedroom costs about $50–$160 in paint if you DIY and roughly $300–$900 if you hire a pro. See costs by room size, add-ons, and how to calculate your own.

A living room with white walls and ceiling trim, a gray sectional sofa, a wall shelf and a framed-art gallery wall
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How Much Does It Cost to Paint a Living Room? (2026 Guide)

Painting a living room costs about $60–$190 in paint if you DIY and $300–$1,800 with a pro, depending on size and ceiling height. See costs by room size.

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