Crimson Georgian doorway with stone steps and a decorative fanlight
Door painting Dublin

Door Painting in Dublin

Interior door painting for homes and apartments, including sanding, priming and a durable finish for doors that get daily use.

About the service

Doors take daily wear, so the finish needs to last

Doors are handled, knocked and cleaned more than most surfaces, so preparation and a durable finish matter. Dublin Surface Works sands, primes and paints doors either on or off the hinge, depending on the job.

01

Sanding & priming

Existing paint or varnish is sanded back where needed and primed for a durable, even finish.

02

Hardware

Handles, hinges and locks are removed or protected so paint lines stay clean around the fittings.

03

Durable finish

A hard-wearing finish suited to daily use is applied, either on the hinge or removed depending on access.

What’s included

  • Check of the current paint or varnish condition
  • Sanding and priming where needed
  • Protection or removal of handles and hardware
  • Colour and finish confirmed in the quote
  • Doors painted on or off the hinge, as agreed
  • Edges and panel detail included
  • Final checks once dry

How it works

Tell Us About the Job

Share photos, the surfaces to be painted, their condition, your colour ideas and preferred timing.

We Check the Space

We review preparation, protection, furniture and any flooring or skirting work in the room.

Receive a Written Quote

The quote lists the surfaces, preparation, finish, materials, price and what is included.

Painting and Handover

We complete the agreed work, inspect the finish, clean the room and handle any final touch-ups.

Door Painting: good to know

Do doors need to be taken off their hinges?
Not always. It depends on the door, access and finish required — this is confirmed during the survey.
Can you paint over varnished doors?
Yes, subject to sanding and priming the surface first so the new paint adheres properly.
Will the house be without doors during painting?
If a door is removed, it's usually only for part of the working day. We'll agree the approach and timing with you first.
Do you paint door frames as well?
Yes. Frames can be quoted together with doors, or see our separate frame painting page.
How long before a painted door can be used again?
This depends on the paint used, but we'll advise on drying and handling times so the finish isn't damaged.

Tell us about your door painting project

Share the rooms, existing condition, finish you want and preferred timing so the quotation can be planned clearly.