Free Painting Estimate Template 2026
Free painting estimate template for 2026. Pre-populated with real Painting line items. Download in Word, Excel, Google Docs, Google Sheets, or PDF.
About this Painting Estimate template
A painting invoice or estimate hinges on three things: square footage of surface, condition of the substrate (prep needed), and product specification (brand, line, sheen). Pricing is typically per square foot of surface, not per hour.
Download formats
- Word (.doc) - opens cleanly in Microsoft Word 2016 and newer
- Excel (.xls) - opens cleanly in Excel 2003 and newer
- Google Docs - download the .doc and upload to Google Drive, which converts automatically
- Google Sheets - download the .xls and upload to Google Drive
- PDF - print-ready format that locks the layout for emailing
- CSV - plain text for spreadsheet programs and bookkeeping imports
What every Painting estimate should include
- Square footage of each surface type
- Paint product manufacturer, line, and sheen
- Number of coats applied
- Prep scope (caulk, patch, prime)
- Color name and color code for each room
Frequently asked
How do painters charge: by the hour, by the room, or by the square foot?
Most professional painting contractors price by the square foot of surface, then convert internally to hours for crew planning. Square-foot pricing is the easiest format for customers to understand and compare bids.
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