Jetblack Painting Blog

Read practical painting advice for Melbourne homeowners, landlords, and businesses — from colour ideas and cost guides to preparation tips and cabinet resurfacing insights.

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What you'll find in our painting blog

Our blog focuses on the questions Melbourne property owners ask before booking a painter: what colours suit different suburbs, how much repainting costs, how to prepare rooms and exteriors, and when resurfacing is better than replacing cabinetry.

Every article is written to help you plan your project with realistic expectations around finish quality, preparation, timing, and long-term value.

Recent painting guides

Best Paint Colours for Melbourne Homes in 2025

A practical guide to warm whites, eucalyptus greens, charcoals, and exterior colours that suit Melbourne light and architecture.

How Much Does House Painting Cost in Melbourne?

A breakdown of interior, exterior, and repaint cost factors so homeowners can budget for a quality painting project.

How to Prepare Your Home for a Painting Project

Preparation tips to make your painting project smoother, faster, and less disruptive for your household or tenants.

Kitchen Cabinet Resurfacing vs Replacement

When resurfacing is the smart option, when replacement makes sense, and how to compare cost, downtime, and finish quality.

Mould Remediation & Painting Guide for Melbourne Homes

How to identify, treat and paint over mould in Melbourne homes, including bathroom mould, render mould, preparation steps and the right anti-mould paints.

How to Choose a Painter in Melbourne: A Homeowner's Guide

What to check before hiring a Melbourne painter — insurance, written quotes, guarantees, reviews and red flags to avoid.

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