Premium Residential Painting Across Melbourne's Inner East
Darryl Hathway Painting has built a reputation for delivering exceptional residential painting services to homeowners throughout Melbourne's inner eastern suburbs. From the leafy avenues of Hawthorn and Kew to the grand estates of Toorak and the character-rich streets of South Yarra and Richmond, our team understands what it takes to maintain and enhance some of Melbourne's finest homes.
We specialise in high-end residential work because we believe every home deserves the same level of care, preparation and craftsmanship — whether it is a contemporary renovation, a heritage restoration, or a routine refresh. Our painters are fully trained professionals who take pride in neat, thorough workmanship and who treat your property with the respect it deserves.
Every project begins with a detailed consultation and quote. We walk through the scope of work with you, discuss colour selections, surface preparation requirements and timelines, and provide a clear, itemised quote so you know exactly what to expect. There are no hidden costs and no shortcuts — just honest, quality painting from start to finish.
Interior Painting
The interior of your home sets the tone for daily life. Whether you are refreshing a single room or repainting an entire house, our interior painting service covers every detail. We prepare all surfaces meticulously — filling cracks, sanding back imperfections, and priming bare or patched areas — before applying premium paints from trusted Australian brands.
Our interior services include:
- Walls and ceilings
- Skirting boards and architraves
- Doors and door frames
- Built-in cabinetry and shelving
- Feature walls and accent colours
- Wallpaper removal with surface restoration
We work with you and your colour consultant (or provide our own recommendations) to ensure the finished result is exactly what you envisioned. Furniture and flooring are carefully protected with drop sheets and plastic throughout the project, and we leave every room clean and ready to enjoy at the end of each working day.
Melbourne's inner-east homes often feature high ceilings, ornate plasterwork and intricate timber detailing. Our painters are experienced in working with these architectural features, taking the time to cut in by hand where precision matters most.
Exterior Painting
Melbourne's weather is tough on exterior surfaces. Harsh UV, driving rain, temperature swings and coastal moisture all take their toll on paintwork, timber and render. A quality exterior paint job does more than improve kerb appeal — it protects your home's structure and extends the life of substrates including weatherboard, brick, render, concrete, metal and timber.
Our exterior painting process begins with a thorough assessment of every surface. We identify areas of peeling, cracking, mould or moisture damage, and carry out all necessary preparation before any paint is applied. This may include high-pressure washing, scraping, sanding, filling, caulking, timber repairs and priming.
Our exterior services cover every element of your home's facade, including:
- Weatherboard and timber cladding
- Rendered and masonry walls
- Fascias, barges and eaves
- Window frames and sills
- Front doors and entry features
- Decking, pergolas and outdoor structures
- Fences and gates
Heritage & Period Homes
Melbourne's inner east is home to some of Australia's most significant Victorian, Edwardian and Federation residential architecture. Painting these properties requires specialist knowledge — from understanding original colour palettes and working within heritage overlays, to safely managing lead paint and restoring ornate detailing such as corbels, fretwork and turned verandah posts.
We have extensive experience working on heritage-listed and period homes across Hawthorn, Kew, Canterbury, Camberwell and surrounding suburbs. Our team understands the requirements of local council heritage overlays and can work alongside your heritage consultant or architect to ensure every detail is handled correctly.
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Apartments & Body Corporate
We also service apartment buildings and owners corporations throughout Melbourne's inner east. From common area repaints and stairwell refreshes to full exterior repaint programs for multi-level buildings, our team is set up to handle the complexities of body corporate work. We coordinate with building managers and strata committees, work within agreed timeframes and access schedules, and keep disruption to residents at a minimum.
Our body corporate painting service includes:
- A detailed scope of work and specification document
- Staged scheduling to minimise impact on residents
- Coordination with building managers for access and compliance
- Clear communication throughout the project
If your owners corporation is planning a repaint, we are happy to attend committee meetings to present our proposal and answer any questions. Contact us directly for more information about owners corporation projects.
Ready to Transform Your Home?
Whether you need a single room refreshed or a complete interior and exterior repaint, our team is ready to help. We offer obligation-free quotes for homeowners across Melbourne's inner east, including Hawthorn, Toorak, Kew, South Yarra, Richmond, Camberwell, Canterbury, Malvern, Balwyn and Armadale.
Contact us today to discuss your project or request a quote online.