How much does a painter cost in Sweden? 2026 price guide
Painter prices in Sweden 2026: hourly rate, price per m², fixed prices for rooms and full apartments, ROT deduction and how to compare quotes.
Repainting is one of the most cost-effective ways to refresh a home, but the gap between quotes for the same job can be 40–60%. The difference is rarely quality; it's how each company calculates hours, call-out and materials.
This guide covers what a painter in Sweden actually costs in 2026: hourly rate, price per m², fixed prices for common jobs, the ROT deduction and the three questions that decide whether you get a fair price.
Painter hourly rate in Sweden 2026
A licensed painter in Sweden normally charges 550–850 SEK/hour before ROT and VAT. After the 30% ROT deduction you land around 385–595 SEK/hour.
Stockholm and Göteborg sit at the top of the range (700–850 SEK), while smaller towns in Skåne, Småland and the north are often 550–700 SEK. A call-out fee almost always applies: 200–500 SEK per visit.
Price per square metre, the most common model
Most painters in Sweden quote a fixed price per m² of wall or ceiling. For 2026 typical prices are:
| Surface | Price per m² | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Wall, 1 coat | 80–120 SEK | If surface is in good shape |
| Wall, 2 coats | 140–200 SEK | Standard when changing colour |
| Ceiling | 150–220 SEK | Extra time for access |
| Trim (skirting, mouldings, doors) | 180–280 SEK/linear m | Primer + 2 coats |
| Wallpapering | 180–260 SEK/m² | Excl. wallpaper |
Fixed prices for full rooms and apartments
Painters on HemmaPro usually quote a fixed price per room or for the whole apartment, easier to compare and it caps surprises.
| Job | Price | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Paint a 12 m² bedroom | 5,500–9,000 SEK | 1–2 days |
| Paint a 25 m² living room | 10,000–16,500 SEK | 2–3 days |
| Paint a 55 m² 2-room apt | 22,000–35,000 SEK | 4–6 days |
| Paint a 75 m² 3-room apt | 30,000–48,000 SEK | 5–8 days |
| Paint kitchen cabinet doors | 12,000–22,000 SEK | 3–5 days |
| Repaint a 130 m² villa exterior | 60,000–110,000 SEK | 1–2 weeks |
What drives the price?
- Wall condition, filling, sanding and priming easily add 30–50% if walls are in bad shape.
- Colour choice, a deep accent wall often needs 3 coats instead of 2.
- Ceiling height above 2.7 m, requires scaffolding or tall ladders, +15–25%.
- Furniture, empty rooms are faster than fully furnished ones.
- Masking, tiled bathrooms, parquet floors and trim must be carefully protected.
The ROT deduction for painting
You get 30% off the labour cost for interior and exterior repainting, up to 50,000 SEK per person per year. The home must be at least five years old and you must own it (villa or condo, not a rental).
ROT never covers materials. Insist on an itemized invoice where labour and materials are listed separately, otherwise Skatteverket may reject the deduction.
How to compare painter quotes in 2026
- Ask for a fixed price, not time & materials, no surprises.
- Check that labour, materials, filling, call-out and final cleaning are listed separately.
- Verify F-skatt and liability insurance, every painter on HemmaPro is verified before they can send quotes.
- Read reviews on at least two platforms. Google alone is rarely enough.
- Ask which paint brand and quality (Alcro, Beckers, Nordsjö) is included.
Related reading
- Painter prices in Sweden 2026, national price guide.
- Exterior house painting cost (villa), panel paint, labour and scaffolding.
- Kitchen cabinet painting cost.
- ROT deduction for painting, how to claim.
- How to hire a painter, checklist.
- Book a verified painter on HemmaPro.
Frequently asked questions
- What does a painter cost per hour in Sweden in 2026?
- 550–850 SEK/hour before ROT. After the 30% ROT deduction: 385–595 SEK/hour.
- What does it cost to paint a 15 m² room?
- Around 6,500–10,500 SEK after ROT for 2 coats including materials.
- Do I get the ROT deduction on painting?
- Yes, 30% off the labour cost, both interior and exterior. Max 50,000 SEK per person per year.
- Is paint included in the price?
- On a fixed price, paint is almost always included. On time & materials it's billed separately.
- How long does it take to paint a 2-room apartment?
- 4–6 working days for a standard 55 m² 2-room including ceilings and trim.
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