Orange NSW · Australia's Colour City
Painting that lasts in country conditions
Over 50 years of experience, more than 3,000 homes painted. John Murray and his crew deliver preparation-first painting across Orange, Bathurst and Central West NSW.
What we do
Our services
Residential repaints are our bread and butter. Federation restoration is where John comes alive. Commercial work is selective: small builders we know personally, projects where quality matters more than speed
Interior Painting
Walls, ceilings, woodwork, feature walls and full interior repaints for homes across Central West NSW
Exterior Painting
Weatherboard, brick, render and cladding. Thorough preparation for Central West conditions
Heritage & Federation
Specialist brush work, colour matching and timber restoration for heritage-listed and federation-era homes
Commercial Painting
Offices, retail, hospitality and small commercial builds. Minimal disruption, professional finish
Deck & Fence Staining
Timber decks, pergolas and fences. Oil, stain and paint systems for outdoor timber in all seasons
Colour Consulting
Professional colour advice that considers your home, your light, your landscape and your neighbours
Why choose us
Reliability you can count on
The number one complaint homeowners have about painters is unreliability. They do not show up. They do not finish. They disappear when something goes wrong. We have heard it hundreds of times from clients who came to us after a bad experience with someone else.
About half our work comes through referrals. People call us because their neighbour was happy, their real estate agent recommended us, or their builder has worked with us before. That reputation was not built on marketing. It was built on turning up, doing the work properly, and standing behind it.
50+ Years Experience
Over three thousand homes painted across regional and metropolitan NSW
Owner Supervised
John inspects every job at preparation stage. Fresh eyes catch what familiarity misses
Thorough Preparation
We sand, fill and gap every surface. Oil-based sealers before topcoats on all woodwork
Premium Paints
Dulux throughout, Porters for specialty finishes. Low-VOC and safe for occupied homes
12-Month Guarantee
Workmanship warranty on labour and materials from completion date
Free Quotes
On-site walk-through, detailed written quote. No obligation, no pressure
How it works
From call to completion
No call centres, no sales pressure. John handles every enquiry, visits every property, and supervises every project from start to finish.
Get in touch
Call, email or fill out the contact form. John responds within 24 to 48 hours to arrange a time that works.
On-site walk-through
John visits the property, walks through the scope with you, and provides either an on-site estimate or a written quote to follow.
Preparation
Our crew sands, fills, gaps and seals every surface. John inspects the preparation before any topcoat goes on.
Paint and finish
Premium topcoats applied with care. Final walk-through with you before we pack up. 12-month guarantee from day one.
About us
Built on preparation, not shortcuts
John Murray started in the building industry more than fifty years ago. He tried his hand at different trades before landing on painting, and once he found it, he knew it was what he was meant to do. He moved toOrange in 2004, and in the twenty-odd years since, Murrays Painting has become one of the most trusted names in the Central West.
The secret is not complicated. Sand every surface. Fill every gap. Seal every piece of woodwork with oil-based binder before any topcoat goes near it. Inspect at the preparation stage, because a fresh pair of eyes always picks up what the crew has been looking at all day. It takes longer, and it costs more than cutting corners, but the finish speaks for itself.
Where we work
Central West NSW
Based in Orange with a standard service radius of about 40 kilometres. Larger projects in Bathurst, Forbes, Parkes, Dubbo and Cowra quoted with travel included.
Orange
2800Home base. Australia's Colour City. Federation homes, heritage conservation areas and modern estates across the city.
Bathurst
2795Oldest inland settlement in Australia. Gold rush heritage, Victorian architecture and Charles Sturt University precinct.
Millthorpe
2798National Trust classified heritage village. Bluestone-bordered streets, original shopfronts and cottages dating to the 1870s.
Carcoar
2791Third-oldest settlement west of the Blue Mountains. Thirty-five National Trust listed buildings in one village.
Blayney
2799Country town between Orange and Bathurst with a growing residential base.
Forbes
2871Grand old homes along the Lachlan River, with some of the region's most impressive residential architecture.
Parkes
2870Regional centre with a mix of heritage and modern housing stock.
Dubbo
2830Western NSW's largest city. Commercial and residential projects for the right scope.
Reviews
What our clients say
We do not chase reviews. When clients take the time to leave one, it means something. Here is what they have to say.
Pat Clarkstone
7 reviews · 3 years ago
Really thorough job and great finish
FAQ
Common questions
Honest answers to the questions we hear most often. If something is not covered here, call John directly.
How much does it cost to paint a house in Orange NSW?
Every home is different, and we price based on the scope of work rather than a flat rate. A single room typically starts from around $500 excluding GST. A full interior repaint for a three-bedroom home in Orange runs anywhere from $5,000 to $12,000 depending on the condition of the surfaces, the amount of preparation required, and the finishes you choose. We provide a free on-site quote with a detailed walk-through so you know exactly what you are paying for before any work begins.
How long does a painting project take?
A single room is usually a two-day job: preparation on day one, topcoats on day two. A full interior repaint for a standard three-bedroom home takes around six working days. Exteriors depend heavily on the weather and the condition of the existing surfaces, but a typical weatherboard home takes one to two weeks. We schedule exterior work around the seasons because paint applied in the wrong conditions will not last.
What paint brands do you use?
Dulux is our primary range because of their tinting availability, product consistency and the trust homeowners place in the brand. For specialty finishes and decorative work, we use Porters Paints. Nearly all modern paints are low-VOC, which means minimal odour and safe for occupied homes. We are happy to use a specific brand if you have a preference.
Do you paint heritage and federation homes?
Heritage and federation homes are one of our specialties. The work is almost entirely brush-applied because spray and roller do not suit the detailed timber profiles on verandah posts, corbels and fretwork. We typically work with three or more colours, and we take the time to pick out every moulding and detail by hand. We collaborate with heritage consultants and Orange City Council when the project requires heritage compliance.
How far do you travel for a job?
Our standard service area covers roughly a 40-kilometre radius from Orange, which includes Blayney, Millthorpe, Molong and surrounding villages with no travel fee. For towns further out like Bathurst, Forbes, Parkes, Cowra and Dubbo, we quote travel, accommodation and meals as part of the project cost. We typically block-schedule multi-day runs for distant projects to keep costs efficient.
Ready to get your place painted?
Free on-site quote anywhere in the Central West. No obligation, no pressure. John will walk through the project with you and give you an honest assessment of what needs doing and what it will cost.