Project Overview
This scope covers interior painting including surface preparation, priming, painting walls, ceilings, trim, and doors. Applicable to residential and commercial interiors.
Typical Projects Include:
- Whole-house interior repaint
- Single room or accent wall
- New construction interior paint
- Commercial office repaint
- Apartment turnover painting
- Cabinet and millwork painting
Scope of Work
Prep
| Task | Description |
|---|---|
| Furniture & Protection | Move furniture to center of rooms and cover with drop cloths. Protect floors and fixtures. |
| Surface Repair | Fill nail holes, patch drywall dings, sand rough spots, and caulk gaps at trim. |
| Cleaning | Wipe down walls to remove dust, cobwebs, and grease (especially in kitchens and baths). |
| Masking | Tape off trim, windows, and areas not being painted. |
Painting
| Task | Description |
|---|---|
| Priming | Prime patched areas, stains, and any surfaces with significant color changes. |
| Ceilings | Paint ceilings with flat ceiling paint (if in scope). Apply 1-2 coats as needed. |
| Walls | Cut in at edges and roll walls with the specified color and finish. Apply 2 coats minimum. |
| Trim & Doors | Paint baseboards, crown molding, window trim, door frames, and doors. |
Cleanup
| Task | Description |
|---|---|
| Touch-Ups | Inspect all painted surfaces. Touch up missed spots, drips, and tape lines. |
| Remove Protection | Remove all tape, plastic, and drop cloths. Reinstall outlet covers and hardware. |
| Final Clean | Clean any paint drips or overspray. Leave the space ready for use. |
| Walkthrough | Walk each room with the client. Address any concerns before final payment. |
Timeline & Milestones
A typical whole-house interior repaint takes 3-7 days depending on size and prep needed.
| Phase | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Prep | 1-2 days | Repairs, cleaning, masking, and protection. |
| Painting | 2-4 days | Priming, ceilings, walls, trim, and doors. |
| Cleanup | 0.5-1 day | Touch-ups, protection removal, and walkthrough. |
Roles & Responsibilities
Property Owner
- •Select all paint colors and finishes
- •Remove personal items from walls and shelves
- •Provide access to all rooms being painted
- •Process payments per the agreed schedule
Painting Contractor
- •Provide all labor, paint, and supplies
- •Prep surfaces and protect the home
- •Paint to a professional finish
- •Clean up and leave the home ready for use
Materials & Equipment
Paint
- •Interior wall paint (specified brand, color, finish)
- •Ceiling paint (flat white or color)
- •Trim paint (semi-gloss or satin)
- •Primer
Prep Supplies
- •Spackle and wood filler
- •Caulk
- •Sandpaper
- •Painter's tape
Application
- •Rollers and brushes
- •Sprayer (if specified)
- •Drop cloths and plastic sheeting
- •Ladders
Quality Control Standards
Even Coverage
Full, consistent coverage with no thin spots, holidays, or lap marks.
Clean Lines
Cut lines are straight at ceilings, trim, and color transitions.
Smooth Finish
No drips, sags, brush marks, or orange peel (unless texture matched).
Safety Protocols
Ventilation
Keep windows open or fans running for adequate ventilation while painting.
Ladder Safety
Use stable ladders and never overreach. Move the ladder instead.
Lead Paint
Test for lead in pre-1978 homes. Follow EPA RRP requirements if lead is present.
Project Documentation
- Signed contract and scope of work
- Room-by-room color schedule
- Paint product specifications
- Before and after photos
- Lead test results (pre-1978 homes)
- Leftover paint labeled by room
Financial Terms
Payment Structure
Interior painting is typically billed with a deposit and final payment.
Terms & Conditions
- •Deposit due at contract signing (typically 30-50%)
- •Final payment due after walkthrough and completion
- •Paint and materials included (or itemized)
- •Additional rooms or color changes are change orders
- •Payment due within 30 days of invoice
Acceptance Criteria & Sign-Off
The project is considered complete when the following criteria are met:
- 1All specified rooms painted in the agreed colors
- 2Even coverage with no thin spots or missed areas
- 3Clean, straight cut lines
- 4Trim and doors painted smooth
- 5No drips, runs, or brush marks
- 6Space cleaned and ready for use
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