PAINTING PROPOSAL TEMPLATE
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Painting Proposal
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BrushCraft Painting Co.
1204 Main St, Suite 8, Denver, CO 80202
(303) 555-0182 · proposals@brushcraftpainting.com
License: CO-LIC-PNT-33841
PROPOSAL
#PROP-2026-0142
Date: March 9, 2026
Valid until: April 9, 2026
Prepared For
Sarah & David Chen
4521 Aspen Ridge Ct, Denver, CO 80210
(303) 555-0764 · schen@email.com
Project Summary
Complete interior repaint of your 4-bedroom, 2-story home at 4521 Aspen Ridge Ct. We will repaint the living room, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, hallway, and stairwell — including all walls, ceilings, and trim. Our crew will handle all prep work (patching, caulking, sanding) and protect your floors and furnishings throughout the project.
Scope of Work — Rooms & Surfaces
| Room | Surfaces | Coats | Paint / Finish | Color |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living Room | Walls, ceiling & crown molding | 2 coats | Benjamin Moore Regal Select (eggshell) | BM OC-17 White Dove |
| Dining Room | Walls & chair rail trim | 2 coats | Benjamin Moore Regal Select (eggshell) | BM HC-172 Revere Pewter |
| Kitchen | Walls only (above backsplash) | 2 coats | Benjamin Moore Aura (satin) | BM OC-17 White Dove |
| Master Bedroom | Walls & ceiling | 2 coats | Benjamin Moore Regal Select (eggshell) | BM 2163-40 Silver Fox |
| Bedroom 2 | Walls & ceiling | 2 coats | Benjamin Moore Regal Select (eggshell) | BM 2163-40 Silver Fox |
| Bedroom 3 | Walls & ceiling | 2 coats | Benjamin Moore Regal Select (eggshell) | BM OC-17 White Dove |
| Hallway & Stairwell | Walls, ceiling & all baseboard trim | 2 coats walls, 1 coat trim | Regal Select (eggshell walls), Advance (semi-gloss trim) | BM OC-17 / BM OC-65 Chantilly Lace |
Preparation Work Included
- Patch and sand all nail holes, scuff marks, and minor drywall cracks
- Caulk all trim-to-wall and ceiling-to-wall gaps
- Lightly sand glossy surfaces for proper adhesion
- Mask and cover all floors, fixtures, countertops, and furniture
- Remove and reinstall outlet covers, switch plates, and light fixtures
Materials Included
- All paint (Benjamin Moore premium lines — see scope above)
- Primer for repaired areas (Benjamin Moore Fresh Start)
- Caulk, spackle, sandpaper, and patching compound
- Drop cloths, painter's tape, and protective sheeting
Exclusions — Not Included
- Wallpaper removal or wall skim-coating
- Drywall repair beyond minor cracks (holes > 4 inches)
- Exterior painting of any surfaces
- Cabinet painting or refinishing
- Lead paint testing or abatement
Investment Summary
| Interior painting labor (7 rooms + hallway/stairs) | $4,850.00 |
| Trim & baseboard painting labor | $1,200.00 |
| Surface preparation (patching, caulking, sanding) | $680.00 |
| Paint & primer materials | $1,420.00 |
| Supplies (tape, drop cloths, caulk, hardware) | $210.00 |
| Total | $8,360.00 |
Project Timeline
Start: March 24, 2026 · Duration: 5–6 business days
Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday
Project Phases
- Day 1: Furniture protection, masking, surface prep & priming
- Day 2–3: First coat on all walls and ceilings
- Day 4: Second coat on walls, begin trim painting
- Day 5: Complete trim, touch-ups, and final inspection
- Day 6 (if needed): Detail work, cleanup, and walkthrough
Why Choose Us
- 15 years painting residential interiors in the Denver metro area
- Fully licensed, bonded, and insured (GL + workers' comp)
- We use only premium paint lines — Benjamin Moore Regal, Aura, and Advance
- Dedicated crew of 3 — same team start to finish, no subcontractors
- Detailed daily cleanup — your home stays livable during the project
Warranty
3-Year Warranty: We warrant all workmanship against peeling, bubbling, cracking, or flaking for 3 years from project completion. This warranty covers interior surfaces under normal living conditions. It does not cover damage from water leaks, structural movement, client modifications, or normal wear in high-traffic areas. Claims must be reported within 14 days of discovery.
Payment Terms
30% deposit upon acceptance ($2,508.00). 40% progress payment after prep and first coat ($3,344.00). 30% final payment upon completion and walkthrough ($2,508.00). We accept check, ACH, or credit card.
Acceptance
This proposal is valid for 30 days from the date above. To accept, sign below and return with the deposit. We will confirm your start date within 48 hours of receiving the signed proposal.
6 Sections Every Painting Proposal Needs
A proposal is your sales pitch in document form. Unlike an estimate (which is just numbers) or a contract (which is the legal agreement), a proposal answers the question: “Why should I hire you over the other three painters who quoted this job?”
Tailored project summary
Open with a 2-3 sentence overview specific to this client's home. Mention the rooms, the outcome they want, and how you'll deliver it. Generic copy loses bids.
Itemized scope of work
List every room, surface, coat count, and exact paint product with color codes. Detailed scope is the #1 factor homeowners use to compare competing bids.
Transparent pricing breakdown
Show labor, materials, prep, and supplies as separate line items. Lump-sum proposals raise suspicion — itemized pricing builds trust and justifies your rate.
Clear project phases & timeline
Break the job into daily phases so the client knows exactly what happens when. Homeowners plan childcare, work-from-home days, and furniture moves around your schedule.
"Why choose us" section
This is the section that separates proposals from estimates. Highlight experience, insurance, paint quality, and your crew's track record. Sell the relationship, not just the price.
Exclusions spelled out
List what's NOT included — wallpaper removal, drywall repair, exterior work. This single section prevents 80% of mid-project disputes and "I thought that was included" conversations.
Proposal vs. Estimate vs. Contract
Each document serves a different stage of the sales cycle. The proposal sits between the estimate and the contract — it's where you sell the job.
Estimate
Approximate cost to give the client a ballpark. Not binding — a good-faith projection of what the job will cost.
Proposal
Your complete sales pitch: scope, timeline, pricing, and why you're the right painter. The tool that wins bids.
Contract
Signed legal agreement locking in scope, payment terms, warranty, and liability. Send after the proposal is accepted.
How to Price a Painting Proposal
Pricing is where most proposals win or lose. Our guide on how to price painting jobs covers rate-setting in depth, but here are the proposal-specific tactics.
| TIP | WHY IT WORKS |
|---|---|
| Show a range, then anchor the total | List each line item individually but present one clear total at the bottom. Clients scan for the number — make it easy to find. |
| Include materials by brand name | "Benjamin Moore Regal Select" justifies a higher price than "premium paint." Specificity signals professionalism. |
| Frame it as an investment | "Investment Summary" performs better than "Cost Breakdown" in client-facing proposals. The framing matters. |
| Offer a warranty guarantee | A 2-3 year warranty costs you almost nothing but dramatically reduces price sensitivity. It shifts the conversation from cost to value. |
Protect Your Business
Every proposal should mention your insurance coverage — it reassures clients and separates you from unlicensed competitors. Read our guide on painting contractor insurance to understand what policies you need. If you're building your business from scratch, start with our complete startup guide.
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