Cost to Paint a Door Frame
Updated: March 2018
| Item details | Qty | Low | High | |
| Door Frame Painting Cost Non-discounted retail pricing for: Exterior enamel paint. Latex based, paint and primer in one. Eggshell and semi-gloss finish options. For wood, vinyl, masonry, stucco, brick. Mildew resistant. 15 yr warranty. Quantity includes typical waste overage, material for repair and local delivery. | 132 linear feet | $33.05 | $96.05 | |
| Door Frame Painting Labor, Basic Basic labor to paint door frame with favorable site conditions. Prep up to 2 hr per 100 LF - scrape, sand and patch up to 4 defects per 100 LF. Caulk edges and spot prime. Roll / brush 2 coats of paint. Replace hardware. Includes planning, equipment and material acquisition, area preparation and protection, setup and cleanup. | 132 linear feet | $33.05 | $96.05 | |
| Door Frame Painting Job Supplies Cost of related materials and supplies typically required to paint door frame including: masking tape and paper, surface repair and preparation material, primers, and cleanup supplies. | 132 linear feet | $33.05 | $96.05 | |
| Option: Remove Trim Paint Protect adjacent surfaces. Apply 1 layer of chemical finish remover. Scrape surface, edges and ridges. Sand or rub with steel wool to remove final residue. Dispose of job waste responsibly. For polyurethane, varnish or non-lead based paint finishes only. Does not include extra steps and extra costs required for lead based paint removal. | 132 linear feet | $33.05 | $96.05 | |
| Unused Minimum Labor Balance of 2 hr(s) minimum labor charge that can be applied to other tasks. | ||||
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For a basic project in zip code 47474 with 125 linear feet, the cost to Paint a Door Frame starts at $1.38 - $3.43 per linear foot. Actual costs will depend on job size, conditions, size options.
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Cost to Paint a Door Frame - Notes and General Information
These estimates are for BASIC work performed in serviceable conditions by qualified trade professionals using MID GRADE materials. Work not mentioned on this page and/or work using master craftsman, premium materials and project supervision will result in HIGHER COSTS!
These estimates are NOT substitutes for written quotes from trade professionals. Homewyse strongly recommends that you contact reputable professionals for accurate assessments of work required and costs for your project - before making any decisions or commitments.
The cost estimate includes:
- Costs for local material / equipment delivery to and service provider transportation to and from the job site.
- Costs to prepare the worksite for Door Frame Painting, including costs to protect existing structure(s), finishes, materials and components.
- Labor setup time, mobilization time and minimum hourly charges that are commonly included for small Door Frame Painting jobs.
The cost estimate does NOT include:
- Costs for removing, relocating, repairing, or modifying existing framing, surfacing, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems - or bringing those systems into compliance with current building codes.
- Costs for testing and remediation of hazardous materials (asbestos, lead, etc).
- General contractor overhead and markup for organizing and supervising the Door Frame Painting. Add 13% to 22% to the total cost above if a general contractor will supervise this project.
- Sales tax on materials and supplies.
- Permit or inspection fees (or portion thereof) required by your local building department for your overall project.
Cost to Paint a Door Frame - Unit Price References
- Unit Pricing Data: Home Depot Paints, Stains and Supplies Home Depot, Mar 2018, Website
- Unit Pricing Data: Lowes Paints, Stains and Supplies Lowes , Mar 2018, Website
- Unit Pricing Data: Menards Paints, Stains and Supplies Menards, Mar 2018, Website
- Unit Pricing Data: Here's a Painting Price List Contractor Talk, Mar 2018, Website
- Unit Pricing Data: Paint Estimate Price List for Paint Contractor Joe Pullaro Inc., Mar 2018, Website
- Interior Design: Materials and Specifications Fairchild Publications; first edition, Oct 2008, Lisa Godsey, ISBN 1563674874
- Manual of Standard Estimating Practice American Society of Professional Estimators, Jul 2012, Editorial Staff
- Carpentry and Building Construction, Student Text Glencoe/McGraw-Hill; 6th edition, Jan 2003, Mark Feirer, John Feirer, ISBN 007822702X
- The HUD PATH Rehab Guide Volume 5: Partitions, Ceilings, Floors, and Stairs U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Office of Policy Development and Research, Mar 2011, Editorial Staff
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