Heritage and Federation painting across Central West NSW
Specialist brush work, colour matching and timber restoration for heritage-listed and federation-era homes
- Over 50 years on period homes
- Lead paint contained and handled safely
- Brush-applied finishes on detailed timber
- Colour schemes that suit the era
Answered by John himself, not a call centre.
Overview
What to expect
Federation homes are all brush work. Three colours minimum, often more, with every moulding, corbel and fretwork picked out by hand. The timber profiles on a century-old verandah post were carved to catch light and shadow, and they deserve paint applied with the same care they were shaped with. We work with heritage consultants and Orange City Council when the project requires it.
What is included
- Hand-applied brush work on all detailed joinery
- Heritage colour palette sourcing and matching
- Timber repair with sympathetic materials
- Collaboration with heritage consultants and council
- Experience with Millthorpe, Carcoar and Orange heritage homes
- Careful protection of original architectural details
Why people in the Central West 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.
Recent work
Heritage & Federation projects
How it works
Respecting the craft of the original builders
Heritage and federation homes need a painter who understands period details, correct preparation methods and sympathetic colour palettes. No shortcuts.
Heritage assessment
John inspects the property for period details — fretwork, mouldings, original timbers — and discusses appropriate colours.
Careful preparation
Lead paint testing where needed. Gentle stripping of failed coatings, repair of ornamental details, correct primers applied.
Period-correct application
Traditional and modern techniques combined. Feature colours highlight architectural details the way the original builders intended.
Quality handover
Detailed walk-through of every restored element. Your heritage home looking its best for the next generation.
Where we work
Heritage & Federation by town
The standard is the same everywhere, but the conditions are not. These cover what changes locally.
Heritage and Federation painters in Orange, NSW
Home base. Australia's Colour City. Federation homes, heritage conservation areas and modern estates across the city.
Heritage and Victorian painters in Bathurst, NSW
Oldest inland settlement in Australia. Gold rush heritage, Victorian architecture and Charles Sturt University precinct.
Other services
You might also need
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
Commercial Painting
Offices, retail, hospitality and small commercial builds. Minimal disruption, professional finish
What our clients say
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.
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 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
It is nearly all brush work, with a lot of cutting in and changes of colour, usually three colours and sometimes more. There is generally a fair bit of wood repair, and care goes into revealing the sculpted timber profiles rather than burying them under another coat.
Yes. John has worked with both.
No. John comes out, looks at the job with you and gives you an estimate on site, a written quote, or both. He handles every quote himself rather than sending someone else. On jobs far enough out that they need travel or a night away, those costs are quoted as part of the job so you can see them.
Every job carries a 12-month workmanship guarantee. John inspects at the preparation stage, which is where most problems are still cheap to fix, and again at the end. If something needs attention after that, call him.
Around $500 excluding GST. Below that the setup and travel usually cost more than the work is worth, and John will tell you straight rather than quote you something silly.
It depends on the surfaces more than the size, which is why there is no price list here. John prices per room, per hour, per square metre or per day depending on what suits the job, plus materials. The only accurate answer comes from him seeing it, and that visit is free.
Get a quote for heritage & federation
Free on-site assessment. John will walk through the scope with you and provide a detailed written quote.