Victorian and Edwardian home painters in Forbes, NSW 2871
Some of the finest residential architecture in the Central West sits along Rankin Street, and it takes a hotter, harsher summer than Orange does.
- Ironwork verandahs and ornate timber joinery
- Coatings chosen for 40-degree summers and hard UV
- Multi-day runs block-scheduled to keep costs down
Answered by John himself, not a call centre.
What painting services are available in Forbes?
Every job gets the same treatment: thorough preparation, Dulux materials, supervision by John himself, and a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
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
Line Marking
Car park bays, kerbs, walkways, loading docks and stair nosings for commercial and retail sites
Deck & Fence Staining
Timber decks, pergolas and fences. Oil, stain and paint systems for outdoor timber in all seasons
Wallpaper Hanging & Removal
Hanging new wallpaper and stripping old, including the wall repair that usually comes with it
Roof Painting
Recoating metal and tile roofs, with the cleaning and rust work that has to happen first
Spray Painting
Airless and fine-finish spraying where a roller would leave texture or take a week
Texture Coating
Heavy-build coatings over render and masonry, including the crack repair underneath
Plaster Repairs & Patching
Repairing cracked, holed and water-damaged plaster so the paint has something sound to sit on
Feature Walls & Murals
Single walls, striped schemes and painted murals, set out and cut in by hand
Colour Consulting
Professional colour advice that considers your home, your light, your landscape and your neighbours
Why people in Forbes choose Murrays Painting
Over 50 years in the trade
Over fifty years in the trade. There is very little John has not already seen go wrong on a house, which is mostly what experience buys you.
John quotes it and supervises it
He prices the job himself and checks the preparation before a topcoat goes on, with Ron running the crew on site. The same two people from the quote to the last coat.
Preparation comes first
Most of the work happens before any colour appears. Sanding, filling, priming and sealing are what decide whether the finish lasts three years or fifteen.
Dulux and Porters materials
Premium paint on every job, with oil-based sealers on woodwork. Cheaper products cost less on the invoice and more on the repaint.
12-month workmanship guarantee
Twelve months on labour and materials. If something is not right in that time, John comes back and sorts it out.
Licensed, insured, reviewed
NSW licence 155166C, public liability and workers compensation, and a five star rating on Google from customers across the Central West.
What we know about painting in Forbes
Forbes sits on the Lachlan River about an hour and fifteen minutes west of Orange, and the town punches well above its weight in terms of residential architecture. The grand Victorian and Edwardian homes along Rankin Street and the streets running down to the river are some of the finest in the Central West, with detailed ironwork verandahs, high ceilings and ornate timber joinery that reward careful brush work. Forbes has strong links to the bushranger Ben Hall, and that gold rush era wealth built much of what still stands today. The Council chambers, the general hospital precinct and the commercial buildings along Lachlan Street all reflect a town that was prosperous and built to last. The climate is different from Orange. Forbes is flat, lower and hotter, with summer temperatures regularly pushing past 40 degrees and UV that will blister poorly applied coatings within a season or two. We quote travel and accommodation for Forbes projects and typically block-schedule multiple days to make the trip efficient for both parties.
How it works, from first call to finished job
Four steps, no surprises. Most people are put off calling a tradesman because they do not know what happens next. Here is exactly what happens next.
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You get in touch
Call John on 0483 922 536 or fill in the form. He answers his own phone, so you are talking to the person who will be doing the work.
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He comes and looks at it
At a time that suits you. He walks the job, talks through colours and finishes, and answers whatever you want to ask. No charge and no pressure.
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You get a written quote
An itemised price with the preparation spelled out, so you can see exactly what is included rather than guessing at a number on a text message.
04
We paint it and check it with you
Floors and furniture protected, tidied up each day, and a walk through together at the end. Backed by the 12-month guarantee.
What our clients say
We are repeat customers and have once again been extremely happy with the quality of work and service provided. We recently had both the interior and exterior of our home painted, and the results were outstanding. The attention to detail was exceptional, and the quality of the workmanship really shows in the finished product. The entire team was professional, friendly, respectful and a pleasure to have around our home. They took great care throughout the job, kept everything tidy and ensured every detail was finished to a high standard. There's a reason we chose to use them again, and we wouldn't hesitate to do so in the future.
I've used John and the team at Murrays Painting on several projects now and have always been very happy with their work. The quality is consistently high, they're punctual, reliable and communication is always great. As a builder, it's important to have trades you can trust, and I'd have no hesitation recommending Murrays Painting.
John and his team did an amazing job of a very complex project. Their quote was extremely reasonable compared to other quotes received. Their attention to detail throughout the project was impeccable. The work involved a total repaint, both externally and internally, of a very large timber double storey historic residence. The final magnificent result of their many months of labour are a reflection of their understanding and pride for their profession.
John Murray's crew were excellent, very reliable, trustworthy and easy to have around my home. They did a fantastic job with the interior and exterior of my terrace house and finished the work on time and budget. I would highly recommend them and confidently refer them.
John and his team painted the exterior of my two story commercial building in Orange, plus some internal painting as well. Overall I am very happy with the quality of the jobs.
John and his team at Murray's Painting were fantastic! They were professional, reliable and always showed up when they said they would. We're so happy with the finished result and the quality of their work. We would definitely use them again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to friends and family. Highly recommend!
John and his team are reliable, efficient and good to work with. Together, they share a depth of experience, and get the job done right. All Starr Constructions.
Murray's painting were quick, professional, easy to communicate with and did an amazing job. The workmanship was above expectation and I love how they guided me with the whole project. I couldn't be happier. Highly recommend them.
Really thorough job and great finish
Always found John and his team to be professional, just getting the job done.
Recent work
A selection of jobs from across the Central West.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Painting costs in Forbes depend on the scope of work, surface condition and access requirements. Murrays Painting provides free on-site quotes with no obligation. John Murray will inspect the property, assess preparation needs and provide a detailed written quote covering materials, labour and any travel costs. Most interior room repaints in the Central West range from $400 to $800 per room depending on size, condition and ceiling height.
Yes. Murrays Painting services Forbes NSW 2871 from our base in Orange. Forbes is outside our standard 40km radius, so travel and accommodation are quoted as part of larger projects.
Murrays Painting offers interior painting, exterior painting, roof painting, heritage and federation restoration, commercial painting, line marking, wallpaper hanging and removal, plaster repairs, deck and fence staining, and colour consulting in Forbes. Every job is owner-supervised by John Murray, uses Dulux paints, and comes with a 12-month workmanship guarantee.
A typical three-bedroom house interior takes three to five days depending on surface condition, the number of colours and whether woodwork needs stripping. Exterior repaints take five to ten days including preparation. John provides a timeline with every quote so you know what to expect before work begins.
Forbes is about 1 hour 15 minutes west of Orange on the Lachlan River. Rankin Street features some of the finest Victorian and Edwardian residential architecture in the Central West. Forbes has strong heritage links to bushranger Ben Hall. The town sits at a lower elevation than Orange, with hotter summers regularly exceeding 40 degrees. Forbes General Hospital precinct and Council chambers are prominent heritage buildings. These local conditions are why preparation matters as much as the paint itself. John Murray has been painting in the Central West for over 50 years and understands what works in Forbes's specific climate and housing stock.
Need a painter in Forbes?
Free quote, no obligation. John will assess your project and give you an honest answer on scope, timing and cost.