Paint & Polish Cost in Lahore – Room-by-Room Interior & Exterior Guide (2025)

Paint and polish are the final layers of personality for any home. Whether you’re going for warm neutrals or bold contrasts, the right paint finish—and the right polish on doors, windows, and cabinets—can elevate your home from ordinary to exceptional.

In this 2025 guide, we’ll walk you through the latest paint & polish cost trends in Lahore, including material types, labor rates, and room-by-room budgeting tips. Whether you’re finishing a 10 Marla or 1 Kanal home in DHA, Bahria, or Lake City, this guide will help you make the right decisions.

🖌️ Types of Paint Finishes

Finish	Best For	Remarks
Matt Emulsion	Bedrooms, lounge	Smooth, elegant, low sheen
Silk Emulsion	Drawing, stair lobby	Washable with a slight glow
Weather Shield	Exterior walls	UV and rain resistant
Wall Putty	Undercoat for smooth base	Applied before paint on plaster
Texture Paint	Feature walls	Rough / patterned finish

💸 Paint Cost Estimates in Lahore (2025)

Area	Material + Labor (PKR/sq. ft.)	Notes
Interior (Matt/Silk)	45 – 80	Includes putty + base + 2 top coats
Exterior Paint	60 – 100	Weather Shield with anti-fungal properties
Texture Paint	100 – 200	For walls with design or grit finish
Ceiling White Paint	30 – 45	White emulsion over plastered surface

10 Marla Full Paint Cost: PKR 600K – 1.1M
1 Kanal House Paint Estimate: PKR 1.2M – 2.0M

🪵 Types of Wood Polish Finishes

Polish Type	Best For	Look & Protection
Melamine Polish	Doors, windows	Matte or semi-gloss, scratch-resistant
PU Polish	Wardrobes, furniture	Premium high-gloss finish
NC Polish	Budget option	Economical, less durable
Stain Polish	Grain-enhancing finish	Highlights natural wood texture

💸 Wood Polish Cost in Lahore (2025)

Item	Polish Type	Cost per sq. ft. (PKR)
Main Doors	PU or Melamine	250 – 500
Bedroom Doors	NC or Melamine	180 – 300
Wardrobes & Cabinets	PU Polish	300 – 500
Wooden Ceiling Beams	Stain / PU	250 – 450
Skirting & Frames	NC or Melamine	150 – 250

Estimated Total Polish Cost for 10 Marla: PKR 300K – 500K
1 Kanal Home Polish Estimate: PKR 600K – 1.0M+

🎯 Room-by-Room Paint & Polish Strategy

🛏️ Bedrooms

• Walls: Matt emulsion (light grey, beige)
• Ceiling: White emulsion
• Wardrobes: PU polish for modern sheen 

🛋️ Lounge / TV Room

• Walls: Silk emulsion or texture paint feature wall
• Doors: Melamine polish for durability
• Media Wall: Wallpaper or accent paint 

🍽️ Drawing Room

• Walls: Neutral with one luxury texture paint wall
• Ceiling Cornices: White paint + hidden LED strip
• Door & Console Units: High-gloss PU 

🚪 Main Entrance & Stair Lobby

• Doors: Deep PU polish (mahogany, walnut shades)
• Wall: Silk emulsion with vertical spotlights 

🚿 Bathrooms & Kitchen

• Walls: Tiled mostly; paint above tile line in semi-gloss
• Cabinet Polish: Waterproof PU only 

🏘️ Society-Based Preferences in Lahore

Society	Preferred Finishes
DHA Lahore	Silk emulsion + PU polish combo
Bahria Town	Matt emulsion + texture paint feature
Lake City	White interiors + natural wooden polish
Park View / LDA	Budget NC polish + off-white emulsion

🔗 Related Blogs

• False Ceiling Lighting Layout & Cost
• Woodwork & Wardrobe Design Cost in Lahore
• Flooring & Tile Rates for Lahore Homes 

📢 Final Thoughts: The Finishing Touch That Lasts

Paint and polish might seem cosmetic—but they define your home’s first impressions and daily experience. Choose quality finishes, test colors in real lighting, and work with skilled polishers to bring out the best in your interiors. The right finish isn’t just about beauty—it’s about long-term durability and value.