Painting Tips

Wallpaper installation tips from Brisbane’s experts

Forget your grandma’s stuffy floral wallpaper. Today’s high-quality paper and contemporary designs are chic and versatile – a unique and character-filled addition to any modern-day Queensland home. If you’re thinking of installing wallpaper yourself, tread with caution. A few wrong moves, and you could end up with a lumpy, uneven, and crooked finished product. Proper…

Queenslander Interior Colour Schemes

The most popular interior colour schemes for Queenslander homes fall into four categories: traditional off-whites, contemporary greys, bright white, and on-trend earthy or bold tones. The right choice depends on your home’s existing timber features, ceiling height, and how much natural light each room receives. Queenslanders present a unique set of considerations – VJ walls,…

How Much Should You Budget for House Painting in Brisbane?

Concerned about sticking to your budget for house painting in Brisbane? No worries. You can rely on Kraudelt Painting, your local team of house painting experts.  Why Choose Kraudelt Painting We don’t believe that a painting job should take longer or cost more than indicated in the original invoice. We believe in honesty, integrity, and…

Best Exterior Paint for Hot Climates

Wondering what’s the best exterior paint for a hot climate? Wonder no more. We have the cold, hard facts you need to ensure your exterior paintwork looks fantastic today, tomorrow, and for years to come. Southeast Queensland – whether you’re in bustling Brisbane or laying on the white, sandy beaches of the Gold Coast, there’s…

Brick Wall Bagging vs Rendering: What’s the Difference and Which is Right for Your Brisbane Home?

For most Brisbane homeowners renovating a brick exterior, bagging is the more practical choice – it costs less than full render, goes on faster, and holds up well in South East Queensland’s climate. That said, render has its place too. If you’re after a completely smooth, seamless finish or working with brickwork in poor condition,…

Free colour consultant for Brisbane and Gold Coast homeowners

Hiring Brisbane painters to transform your home is an investment, and choosing the wrong colour isn’t a cheap or easy fix. Our free colour consultant takes the guesswork out of colour selection, ensuring your vision comes to life. In this article, we’ll explore the power of colour in both interior and exterior painting projects and…

Queenslander House Colours: Choosing colour schemes for your home

Renovating a Queenslander house? Selecting the perfect Queenslander house colours is no easy feat – should you go modern or traditional, neutral or bold? We’re here to help you choose the right Queenslander paint schemes for your home. Every corner of the world – from England to Japan and everywhere in between – has something…

How long does it take to paint a room?

How long does it take to paint a room? We hear you ask. When it comes to Brisbane room painting, the answer depends on several key factors. On average, it takes about four to six hours to paint a room, but this can vary based on the room size, paint type, and level of preparation…

One Coat Paint: Does It Really Work?

One coat paint sounds like the DIY painter’s dream – a paint so thick, so vibrant that one coat results in a bright, even, true-to-colour finish. But can this cheat’s paint really achieve the flawless effect of two or more coats? The truth is, one-coat paint often disappoints. Discover the reasons why a second coat…

3 Painting Mistakes Brisbane Homeowners Make (And How to Prevent Them)

Paint makes a house a home, but with so many variables – colour choice, finish type, surface material, and so on – a lot can go wrong. In this blog, our local Brisbane pros share 3 crucial painting mistakes homeowners often make, along with expert tips on how to prevent them and achieve a stunning,…