Services / Exterior Painting / Bathurst
Exterior painters in Bathurst, NSW
Murrays Painting take on exterior house painting throughout Bathurst, NSW 2795, across weatherboard, brick, rendered masonry, stone and modern cladding. Every job starts with pressure washing, scraping, sanding, filling and priming, because in Central West conditions the preparation decides how long the finish lasts far more than the paint does. Bathurst carries a lot of nineteenth century masonry alongside Federation and modern housing, and those substrates want different systems rather than the same product rolled over everything. We work from Orange, about 55 kilometres west, and treat Bathurst as a standard working area with no travel charge. John Murray inspects at preparation stage, we use Dulux exterior systems, and the work carries a 12-month workmanship guarantee. Quotes are free.
Bathurst, NSW 2795
What this work involves in Bathurst
Oldest inland settlement in Australia. Gold rush heritage, Victorian architecture and Charles Sturt University precinct.
Masonry needs to breathe
The single most common exterior failure we are called to in Bathurst is paint peeling off rendered or stone walls in sheets. It is a moisture problem rather than a paint problem. Older masonry was built to let damp move through and dry outward, and sealing it with a modern impermeable film traps that water behind the coating until it pushes the paint off. The correct answer is a breathable system suited to the wall. Anything else is a two year fix.
Cold nights and the curing window
Bathurst runs cold overnight for a large part of the year and the same curing problem applies as it does further west. A surface that drops below temperature before the film has formed will not perform, regardless of what it cost per litre. We plan exterior work around the seasonal window and we would rather tell you to wait a month than take a deposit for a job that will fail quietly.
Detail on gold rush era facades
Older Bathurst exteriors carry bracketed eaves, cast iron, rendered parapets and heavily profiled joinery. Preparing and cutting that in by hand is where most of the labour sits on a heritage exterior, and it is the part that separates a facade that looks right from one that looks flattened.
Included
Every exterior painting job, Bathurst or anywhere else
The standard does not change with the postcode. Read more about our exterior painting or see the finished work.
- High-pressure wash and scrape of all loose material
- Timber repair and replacement where needed
- Weather-scheduled application for optimal curing
- UV-resistant exterior coatings rated for inland conditions
- Gutters, fascia, eaves and downpipes included
- 12-month workmanship guarantee
FAQ
Questions we get in Bathurst
If your question is not here, call John directly. He would rather have a conversation than send you to a page.
Nearly always trapped moisture. Older masonry needs to dry outward and a modern impermeable coating stops it, so the water pushes the film off from behind. The fix is stripping back and using a breathable system, not applying another coat over the top.
Yes, Kelso and the surrounding Bathurst suburbs are all standard working areas with no travel charge.
Late spring to early autumn. Overnight temperature is the constraint, because paint that cannot cure properly will not last no matter how well it goes on.
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.
Belinda Scott
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.
Annie Keledjian
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.
Bruce Furnell
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.
Solange Betise
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.
Luke Hughes
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.
Atalia Torino
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!
Wade Starr
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.
Pat Clarkstone
Really thorough job and great finish
Get a quote for exterior painting in Bathurst
Free on-site assessment. John will walk through the scope with you and provide a detailed written quote.