House Painting Cost per m² in Indonesia 2026: Paint Calculator
The house painting cost per m2 in Indonesia can be worked out with one formula: paint needed (kg or L) = area ÷ coverage × number of coats. A real example on 22 October 2026: Dulux Catylac 25 kg costs Rp619,700 at Mitra10 with a coverage of 10–12 m²/kg (stated on the product page), so paint material is about Rp2,100–2,500 per m² per coat, or about Rp4,100–5,000 per m² for 2 coats, excluding primer, putty and labour.
Worked example: painting cost per room
| Room | Area (2 coats) | Catylac needed | Material cost | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedroom 3x3 m, 3 m high (walls 36 m² − 4 m² openings) | 32 m² × 2 = 64 m² | 5,3 – 6,4 kg | Rp132.000 – Rp159.000 | Mitra10 |
| Room 3x4 m (walls 42 m² − 4 m²) | 38 m² × 2 = 76 m² | 6,3 – 7,6 kg | Rp157.000 – Rp188.000 | Mitra10 |
| Living room 4x6 m (walls 60 m² − 8 m²) | 52 m² × 2 = 104 m² | 8,7 – 10,4 kg | Rp215.000 – Rp258.000 | Mitra10 |
| Type-36 house (≈120 m² interior walls) | 120 m² × 2 = 240 m² | 20 – 24 kg (±1 pail 25 kg) | Rp496.000 – Rp595.000 | Mitra10 |
Material cost uses Catylac Off White 25 kg at Rp619,700 (Rp24,788/kg) at Mitra10 on 22 Oct 2026 and 10–12 m²/kg coverage from the product page; theoretical figures, real use can be 10–20% higher on rough walls. Wall area = perimeter × height − openings.
Steps to calculate paint
1) Measure room perimeter × wall height. 2) Subtract doors and windows. 3) Multiply by coats (usually 2). 4) Divide by the coverage on the can. 5) Multiply by price per kg/L. For other brands, take prices from our Dulux and Nippon price articles and coverage from each pack.
Buyer tips
- New walls need a sealer first.
- Add 10% spare.
- Buy large packs if you need over 20 kg.
- Calculate ceilings separately with ceiling paint.
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Disclaimer: prices change without notice and differ by store, city, pack size, grade and promotion. Data as of 22 October 2026; always confirm with the seller before buying.
FAQ
What does painting cost per m²? Economy paint like Catylac is about Rp4,100–5,000 per m² for 2 coats (22 Oct 2026 prices), excluding labour and primer.
How many m² per kg? Catylac covers 10–12 m² per kg per coat per its Mitra10 page; check other brands’ packs.
How far does 25 kg go? About 250–300 m² for one coat, or 125–150 m² for two coats, for Catylac.
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Price sources (checked 22 October 2026): Mitra10 — Dulux Catylac Off White 25 kg.