How do you charge for a paint job?

The most common way to charge for a paint job is for the square foot of wall space being painted. If you choose to paint window and door frames, moldings and doors, that number will increase a little.

How do you charge for a paint job?

The most common way to charge for a paint job is for the square foot of wall space being painted. If you choose to paint window and door frames, moldings and doors, that number will increase a little. Painters calculate square footage by multiplying the length of each room in their home by its corresponding width to determine the total number of square feet in a particular space. Ranch style house and I need to find a painter who can paint the interior, one layer, as was done 5 years ago.