Trends7 min read
Best Paint Colours for Toronto Homes in 2026
The colours we're seeing most in Toronto homes this year — warm whites, soft greens, and saturated accents — plus how to choose the right shade for your space.
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Featured · Cost Guides
How Much Does It Cost to Paint a House in Toronto? (2026 Guide)
A transparent breakdown of interior, exterior, and cabinet painting costs in Toronto and the GTA — with line-item pricing, what drives the numbers, and how to avoid surprise add-ons.
By Lince's Painting Team9 min read
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Cost guides, prep how-tos, colour trends, and hiring checklists — written by the crew who actually paints the projects.
Guides8 min read
Interior vs Exterior Painting: When to Hire a Pro vs DIY
An honest breakdown of when DIY makes sense and when hiring a professional painter pays for itself — including the safety, prep, and warranty considerations most homeowners miss.
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Commercial8 min read
Commercial Painting Cost Guide: Offices, Retail & Industrial in the GTA
What commercial painting costs in the GTA in 2026 — pricing per sq ft, after-hours premiums, and how to plan a multi-site rollout without disrupting operations.
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How-To6 min read
How to Prep Walls for Painting: A Pro's Step-by-Step Checklist
The prep checklist our crews follow before opening a single can of paint — from cleaning and patching to caulking, sanding, and priming.
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Guides7 min read
How to Choose a Painting Contractor in Toronto: 12 Questions to Ask
The 12 questions every Toronto homeowner and property manager should ask before signing a painting contract — covering insurance, prep, materials, and warranty.
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Guides6 min read
How Long Does It Take to Paint a House? A Realistic Toronto Timeline
Realistic painting timelines for Toronto homes — single rooms, whole-home interiors, exteriors, and cabinet refinishing — plus what speeds projects up and slows them down.
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Guides5 min read
Exterior Painting Season in Toronto: When to Book and Why It Matters
When exterior painters can actually paint in Toronto — humidity, dew point, and overnight low rules — and why booking 4–8 weeks ahead saves you money.
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