Painting services in Accra
Interior Painting
Full interior — walls, ceilings, woodwork. Primer coat plus two finish coats as standard. Paint brand and sheen level agreed in your itemised quote before work starts.
Exterior Weatherproof
Masonry prep, crack repair, primer, and weatherproof elastomeric finish system. Dulux Weathershield or equivalent — specified to last 8–12 years in Ghana's climate.
Renovation Repaint
Full repaint of existing properties — surface preparation (filling, sanding, priming) is as important as the paint itself. We don't skip prep to reduce price.
Commercial Painting
Offices, retail units, hotels, and commercial fit-outs. Epoxy floor coatings, anti-mould systems for humid areas, and high-traffic washable finishes.
Woodwork & Joinery
Doors, window frames, skirting boards, and architraves — properly primed and finished with gloss, satin, or eggshell depending on specification.
Texture & Feature Finishes
Textured render finishes, feature wall treatments, and specialist coatings for premium residential and hospitality projects.
What does painting cost in Accra in 2026?
| Painting Work | Q2 2026 Range (GHS) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Interior repaint — 3-bed house | GHS 5,500–12,000 | Walls and ceilings. Woodwork extra |
| Exterior repaint — 3-bed house | GHS 6,000–14,000 | Weatherproof system. Surface prep included |
| Full interior + exterior — 3-bed | GHS 9,000–22,000 | Complete repaint. Duration: 2–3 weeks |
| Interior repaint — 4-bed house | GHS 7,500–16,000 | All rooms, ceilings, circulation |
| New build painting (3-bed) | GHS 12,000–22,000 | Full paint system on new plaster. 3 coats |
| Commercial painting (per m²) | GHS 18–45/m² | Depends on surface condition and system specified |
| Feature wall / texture finish | GHS 800–2,500 | Per feature wall. Material and labour |
| Roof painting (anti-rust, per m²) | GHS 25–55/m² | Bituminous or elastomeric roof coating |
Why paint quality matters more than people think
In Ghana's climate — high humidity, intense UV, annual heavy rainfall — external paint is doing structural work. A proper weatherproof external system protects the render beneath from moisture penetration, crack propagation, and biological growth. Standard emulsion on external walls fails within one wet season, leading to ongoing replastering costs that dwarf the saving on paint.
What we specify on every Cornerstone project
- External: masonry primer + elastomeric or masonry weatherproof finish — minimum 2 coats
- Internal: alkali-resistant primer on new plaster + 2 coats quality emulsion
- Woodwork: bare wood primer + undercoat + 2 finish coats
- Ceilings: specialist ceiling paint (washable emulsion) — not the same as wall emulsion
- Wet rooms: anti-mould paint system above the tile line
Paint brands we specify
We use Dulux Weathershield (exterior), Dulux Matt (interior), Crown Trades, and Elegance — all widely available in Ghana with consistent batch quality. We specify the paint brand and product in your quote so you can verify the material cost independently.
Every Cornerstone painting contract includes
- Paint brand and product specified in the quote
- Surface preparation (filling, sanding, priming) included
- Correct curing time observed before first coat
- Minimum 2 finish coats as standard
- Itemised quote — materials and labour separate
- Fixed price before any deposit
- 6-month workmanship warranty
Painting questions answered
How much does it cost to paint a house in Accra?
Painting a 3-bedroom house in Accra in 2026 costs GHS 5,500–12,000 for interior only and GHS 9,000–22,000 for a full interior and exterior repaint using premium paints. New build painting (painting onto new plaster for the first time) costs GHS 12,000–22,000 for a 3-bedroom house.
What is the best paint for external walls in Ghana?
Specify an elastomeric or masonry weatherproof system — Dulux Weathershield, Crown Masonry, or Tex-Cote equivalent. These are formulated to bridge hairline cracks, resist moisture penetration, and withstand Ghana's UV and rainfall. Standard emulsion on external masonry fails within one wet season.
How long does house painting take?
Interior painting for a 3-bedroom house takes 1–2 weeks. A full interior and exterior repaint takes 2–3 weeks. New build painting (waiting for plaster to cure, then painting) is typically 3–4 weeks after plastering is complete.