DIY SGD 400-800 · Professional From $950
4-Room HDB Painting Cost Calculator Singapore 2026
What does it cost to DIY paint a 4-room HDB in Singapore?
DIY painting a 4-room HDB costs SGD 400-800 in 2026, including paint, primer and tools. Budget SGD 400-550 with local brands, SGD 550-700 with Nippon or Dulux, and SGD 700-900 with premium eco-friendly paints. Plan 10-12 gallons and 4-5 days. A professional repaint starts from $950 and is done in one working day.
What the job actually needs
| Wall and ceiling surface | 1,000-1,100 sqft |
|---|---|
| Paint needed | 10-12 gallons (includes 10% wastage) |
| Primer | Same volume as the topcoat |
| DIY time | 4-5 full days |
| DIY outlay | SGD 400-800 including tools |
Three budget tiers
Budget
SGD 400-550
Local brands and basic tools. Suits rentals and tight budgets.
Standard
SGD 550-700
Nippon or Dulux with good tools. The balance most homeowners pick.
Premium
SGD 700-900
Benjamin Moore or Breathe with professional-grade equipment. Best for long-term homes that prioritise health and durability.
Day-by-day plan
- Day 1 — preparation: clear rooms, patch and sand, tape and mask.
- Day 2 — primer on every wall and ceiling.
- Day 3 — first topcoat, rooms in sequence.
- Day 4 — finishing coats until fully covered.
- Day 5 — touch-ups, fitting back and cleanup.
Singapore-specific tips
- Work room by room and keep one room livable at a time — a 4-room flat is someone's home while you paint it.
- Paint in the cooler morning hours; Singapore humidity leaves brush marks if the coat dries too slowly.
- Buy the primer and topcoat from the same brand family so the systems bond properly.
Skip the five days: From $950
A hdb 4-room repaint with us is quoted from $950 — sealer on every wall, ceilings included, one working day on site and a 5-year peeling and workmanship warranty. The price is fixed before we start, with no site visit needed.
Frequently asked questions
How much does DIY painting a 4-room HDB cost?
SGD 400-800 for complete DIY painting including paint, primer and every tool. Budget options start at SGD 400 with local brands; premium eco-friendly paints reach SGD 800-900.
How many gallons for a 4-room HDB?
10-12 gallons of topcoat for about 1,000-1,100 sqft of wall and ceiling surface, plus the same volume of primer. High-coverage premium paints can trim a gallon or two.
How long does a 4-room HDB take to DIY?
4-5 full days including preparation, priming, topcoats to full coverage and cleanup. Humidity can stretch drying time between coats.
Which paint should I buy for a 4-room flat?
Budget: Nippon Vinilex or local brands at SGD 35-45 a gallon. Standard: Nippon Odourless or Dulux EasyClean at SGD 55-75. Premium: Benjamin Moore Aura, Breathe or Gush Ultra at SGD 85-120 for better coverage, low VOC and durability.
When does a professional service make more sense?
When walls need real repair, you cannot spare 4-5 days, you need the flat finished before moving in, or you want warranty cover. A professional 4-room repaint finishes in one day with a 5-year warranty, from $950.
How do I keep a DIY 4-room job cheap without a bad finish?
Spend on primer and one good roller set, buy topcoat in bulk, and paint ceilings before walls so you can cut in without protecting fresh work. Skipping primer is the single most expensive shortcut — it costs you a third coat.