Typing “how much to paint a small bathroom” into a search bar returns wide-ranging numbers. The confusion happens because every bathroom is a cocktail of surfaces, fixtures, and moisture challenges that affect prep time and paint choice. At CountBricks, our AI-powered estimating engine narrows that uncertainty by analyzing actual square footage, ceiling height, humidity levels, and today’s material prices—then pairing you with vetted residential crews. The result is a realistic range you can trust, delivered in seconds by voice or text.
1. Surface Area, Not Just Floor Size
A “small” bathroom might be 35–45 sq ft of floor, yet over 180 sq ft of walls and ceilings. CountBricks voice capture measures both, instantly converting your verbal dimensions into paintable surface data.
2. Prep & Protection Requirements
• Masking fixtures, mirrors, and tile • Repairing drywall seams and corner beads • Cleaning mildew or soap residue that can cause paint failure
3. Paint Specification
Bathrooms demand mildew-resistant, acrylic-latex paints with higher sheens for wipe-ability. CountBricks pulls real-time pricing on these specialty coatings, eliminating surprise mark-ups.
4. Labor Efficiency
Navigating tight spaces means extra cut-in time. Our platform matches the scope to crews with bathroom-specific experience, keeping labor hours realistic.
5. Geographic Pricing
Material and wage rates in Queens, NY differ from those in Syracuse. CountBricks geo-locates every estimate so that your quote reflects your zip code, not a national average.
Based on thousands of CountBricks residential projects, painting a 40 sq ft bathroom in Queens typically lands between $350 and $650. The spread covers:
• Entry-level repaint: minimal repairs, builder-grade satin paint, one-day turnaround • Mid-tier refresh: light skim coat, moisture-resistant eggshell paint, two coats, vent-fan masking • Premium upgrade: full surface priming, high-build acrylic enamel, accent ceiling color, caulk replacement
1. Labor: 55 – 65 percent 2. Paint & sundries: 20 – 30 percent 3. Surface repairs & specialty primers: 5 – 10 percent 4. Consumables, cleanup, and disposal: 5 percent 5. CountBricks project coordination & quality checks: included at no extra line-item cost
1. Speak your project details into the CountBricks mobile app or web mic. 2. AI captures dimensions, fixture count, and finish preference. 3. The platform pulls live material pricing and local labor rates. 4. A detailed estimate—including line items for prep, paint, and cleanup—appears in under 60 seconds. 5. Approve with one tap; CountBricks schedules a licensed, insured crew. 6. Post-job, the same AI engine generates an invoice that matches the approved scope precisely.
• Tackle minor drywall touch-ups yourself before painters arrive to trim labor hours. • Choose a single wall color; accent stripes or multitone designs boost masking time and cost. • Install a temporary ventilation fan if your bathroom lacks one—paint dries faster, shortening crew visits. • Bundle projects. Painting the adjacent hallway with the same crew can drop mobilization fees by 10 – 15 percent. • Request digital color visualization inside the CountBricks app to avoid costly repaints.
DIY Benefits: Lower direct cost, flexible timing. DIY Drawbacks: Limited warranties, risk of moisture blistering if improper products are used, disposal hassles for leftover paint.
CountBricks Advantages:
• Five-year workmanship guarantee on bathroom coatings • Verified low-VOC, mold-inhibiting products sourced at contractor pricing • Streamlined scheduling—finish in a single day with minimal household disruption • Post-job inspection photos stored in your CountBricks homeowner dashboard
If you plan to retile or replace fixtures, sequencing matters. Painting is best left for the end, but our AI engine can generate a multi-phase estimate that locks today’s prices for later stages. Explore our integrated remodeling services at CountBricks.com/services.
A Forest Hills homeowner asked, “How much to paint a small bathroom and swap the vanity?” Within three minutes, CountBricks delivered two side-by-side estimates—one for paint only, one for paint plus vanity demo and install. The client chose the bundled option, saved 12 percent, and the entire refresh finished in 36 hours. Photos and cost breakdowns live in our online portfolio at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
The average ranges above are helpful, but nothing beats a personalized quote. Open the CountBricks app, speak your bathroom dimensions, and know your cost before the coffee’s brewed.
Painting delivers the most dramatic visual change per dollar, yet smart add-ons can multiply ROI without extending downtime. Here’s how CountBricks clients elevate a simple paint job into a holistic refresh:
• Swap yellowed switch plates for modern screwless covers—material cost is under $10 but the perceived quality jump is huge
• Replace aging caulk lines around tubs and backsplashes; our crews already mask edges, so adding fresh silicone takes minutes
• Install LED vanity bulbs with a 4000 K color temperature to showcase your new wall color accurately
• Fit a humidity-sensing exhaust fan; proper airflow protects the new paint and prevents mold growth
The homeowner booked a paint-only service at 8 AM through CountBricks.com/consultation. During the on-site arrival, our project lead suggested upgrading the exhaust fan and replacing brittle vinyl baseboard. The client approved via the CountBricks mobile dashboard. AI updated the estimate in real time, locking in material costs and revised labor. By 4 PM, walls gleamed in moisture-resistant eggshell, the new fan quietly removed steam, and seamless PVC baseboard tied the room together. Total additional spend: $185; estimated property value lift: $1,200.
• Schedule painting after any plumbing work to avoid fresh paint damage • Use the same semi-gloss enamel on trim and door for visual cohesion and bulk material discounts • Ask CountBricks to pre-tint touch-up jars so future scuffs disappear in seconds • Photograph every wall once complete; the CountBricks homeowner dashboard stores these images for insurance and resale documentation
1. Rapid voice-driven estimates that respect your time 2. Transparent, fixed pricing—no mid-job surprises 3. Curated crews specializing in tight, high-moisture environments 4. Digital records of colors, sheens, and product warranties for hassle-free maintenance
Ready to transform your bathroom in a single day? Start the conversation at CountBricks.com/services and let our AI show you exactly how much it will cost—before the first drop of paint touches the wall.
