Painters Hastings-Sunrise Vancouver
If you need a painter in Hastings-Sunrise, whether it’s a 1970s Vancouver Special on Pender, a Craftsman bungalow north of Hastings, or a stucco home near Renfrew SkyTrain, this is for you.
Looking for a Painter Near Hastings-Sunrise?
Hastings-Sunrise runs along the northeast edge of Vancouver, bordered by Burrard Inlet to the north, Boundary Road to the east, East Broadway to the south, and Nanaimo Street to the west. The neighbourhood has three housing eras stacked on top of each other. Vancouver Specials from 1965 to 1985 line Pender, Adanac, and south of Hastings near Renfrew, two storeys with stucco upper and brick lower. 1920s Craftsman bungalows sit north of Hastings on Wall Street and the cross streets, cedar shingles and exposed rafter tails. Post-war stucco bungalows fill the blocks between Renfrew and Boundary.
Each one needs a different paint approach.
We repainted a 1972 Vancouver Special on East Pender last summer. Charcoal upper façade in Iron Mountain, white trim, limewashed brick lower, rust-treated metal balcony railings. The owner wanted to modernize without rebuilding. Previous paint was peeling on the south wall from UV, and the brick front looked dated. We did stucco crack repair, elastomeric topcoat on the upper, Romabio Classico limewash on the brick. Three years on, the finish still looks fresh.
That is the kind of work Hastings-Sunrise asks for. We paint exteriors throughout the neighbourhood, from Craftsman bungalows on Wall Street to Vancouver Specials on Adanac. We also handle stucco repair and wall repairs before painting so the finish lasts.
What Hastings-Sunrise Painters Actually Deal With
Vancouver Specials are our most-painted home in Hastings-Sunrise. Forty years in, the upper stucco shows hairline cracks, the brick lower looks dated, and metal balcony railings rust. We patch the stucco, elastomeric topcoat the upper façade, limewash or paint the brick, and rust-treat plus repaint the rails. Iron Mountain, Wrought Iron, and Cracked Pepper are the three dark charcoals we have put on the most Specials in the last two years.
- High-end finishes that show every mistake.Engineered hardwood, stone counters, designer fixtures. If you nick a baseboard or leave a paint drip, the owner notices. We cover everything before touching a brush.
- Floor-to-ceiling windows with tight cut lines.The defining challenge of Hastings-Sunrise condos. You cant tape glass properly so the cut lines have to be steady. Our painters do this every week and it shows.
- Building protocols that can trip up new contractors.Wall Street requires elevator bookings up to four weeks out and insurance documentation filed before work starts. We know the process and handle all of it.
- Warehouse lofts with exposed brick and timber.The East Pender Street buildings like East Pender lofts have elements you cant just mask over. You cut in around exposed brick carefully. We have painted in six units at East Pender lofts alone.
- Pre-sale timelines that dont move.Listing date is listing date. We schedule and deliver. A Hastings Community unit we painted for $4,400 sold for $23,000 over asking. The paint job was a big part of that.
What We Offer in Hastings-Sunrise
Vancouver Special Exterior Repaints
Hastings-Sunrise stucco fails first on north-facing walls near New Brighton Park and Wall Street, where wet wind off Burrard Inlet grows algae and mildew within three years. South-facing stucco on Hastings, Pender, and Adanac UV-fades by year six if the paint was not premium acrylic. We pressure-wash, treat the algae, prime bare patches with a high-bond primer, then two coats of elastomeric or acrylic stucco coating.
- Full repaints: walls, ceilings, trim, doors
- Feature walls in charcoal, navy, or deep sage
- Precise cut lines around floor-to-ceiling glass
- Low-VOC products only, smell matters in condos
- Full surface protection before anything opens
Hastings-Sunrise has a deep stock of 1920s Craftsman bungalows north of Hastings Street. Cedar shingle upper, horizontal lap siding lower, exposed rafter tails, wide eaves, wood double-hung windows. We oil-prime bare cedar before a breathable acrylic topcoat so the paint does not blister. Old wood windows get glazing-putty repair and sash paint. Anything built before 1978 gets lead-safe prep protocol. See our exterior painting service page for full prep details.
Stucco Repair & Elastomeric Topcoat
Hastings-Sunrise is having a moment. The City put $2 million into streetscape improvements along East Hastings in 2025. The new PNE Amphitheatre opens mid-2026 ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026 hosted at BC Place. Mayor Sim signed an MOU with the Vancouver Whitecaps in December 2025 to explore a soccer stadium at Hastings Park. A fresh exterior paint job lifts curb appeal for the wave of buyers, renters, and visitors coming through the next two summers.
- Modern neutrals that photograph well
- Fix scuffs, marks, and wear before listing
- Show-ready finish on schedule
- Often combined with drywall repair for best results
Vancouver Special exterior repaint: $5,800 to $9,200. Craftsman bungalow with cedar shingle prep: $7,400 to $11,200. Interior repaint, 1,800 sq ft: $3,200 to $5,400. The numbers are real, based on jobs we have done in the neighbourhood.
Cedar Shingle Craftsman Restoration
Interior repaints in Hastings-Sunrise homes are usually one of two jobs. Either a full repaint when the family moves in or before listing for sale, or a single-room refresh. Walls in older homes here often need patch work first, especially in pre-1980 homes where plaster cracks and settling shows. We tape, patch, sand smooth, prime, then two coats. Benjamin Moore Aura and Regal Select are our default interior products.
- Careful cutting-in around exposed brick without masking it
- High ceiling work with proper scaffolding where needed
- Industrial aesthetic preserved while modernizing paint
- East Pender lofts on Mainland, six units painted, we know the building
A 1,800 to 2,200 sq ft Vancouver Special interior repaint usually runs $3,200 to $5,400. Kitchens with cabinet refinishing add $1,800 to $3,400 on top depending on door count. Our cabinet refinishing service covers strip, sand, prime, and two-coat finish in Benjamin Moore Advance.
Interior Repaints & Lead-Safe Prep
Trim and baseboards in older Hastings-Sunrise homes are usually painted, not stained, and they take a beating. We fix dings, sand, prime, and finish in semi-gloss for a clean modern look. Our trim and exterior detail work includes window casings, soffits, fascia, gutters, and door frames.
- Contractor coordination on timeline
- Designer colour matching if needed
- Premium finishes that match renovation quality
- Clean execution that doesnt undo the contractors work
Why Hastings-Sunrise Residents Choose Picasshome
We’re Literally In Your Neighbourhood
Our shop sits inside Hastings-Sunrise itself, six blocks south of the East Hastings and Renfrew intersection. Five minutes by car to the PNE gates, Hastings Community Centre, and New Brighton Park. The R5 RapidBus, 16, 14, 26, 27, 9, and the Millennium Line at Renfrew SkyTrain all serve the neighbourhood.
Climate-Specific Exterior Prep
That proximity matters for one practical reason. When something needs a touch-up, a colour match decision, or a wet-weather reschedule, we are not driving in from Surrey or North Van. We are around the corner. No travel fees anywhere in Hastings-Sunrise.
Premium Products Only
We carry full liability insurance and WCB coverage on every job. North-facing walls near the Inlet are some of the most weather-stressed exteriors we paint in Vancouver, so insurance and proper prep matter.
We Work Around Your Life
Benjamin Moore Aura and Sherwin-Williams Emerald exterior. Romabio Classico for limewash on brick. Loxon XP elastomeric for stucco. Low-VOC interior products only. We do not substitute mid-tier paints on premium projects.
Hastings-Sunrise Painting Price Ranges
These are real ranges based on jobs we have done in Hastings-Sunrise. We quote after seeing your home because exterior square footage, prep needed, and access complexity all affect the final number.
We’re Right Here in Hastings-Sunrise
We are at 3043 Kitchener Street, six blocks south of East Hastings and Renfrew. Five minutes by car to most of Hastings-Sunrise. We drive to all quotes and all projects. No travel fees anywhere in Vancouver.
We also cover Commercial Drive and East Vancouver on the same route. If you are near Boundary Road on the east side, we cover north Burnaby too.
Picasshome Painting | Vancouver Painters
3043 Kitchener Street, Vancouver, BC V5K 3E8
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you painters local to Hastings-Sunrise? +
Yes. Our shop is at 3043 Kitchener Street, six blocks south of East Hastings and Renfrew, inside Hastings-Sunrise itself. Five minutes by car to most homes in the neighbourhood. We drive to all quotes and all projects. No travel fees in Hastings-Sunrise or anywhere in Vancouver. Call (778) 960-9619 and we can usually book an estimate within the same week.
Have you painted Vancouver Specials and Craftsman bungalows before? +
Yes. Vancouver Specials are our most-painted home in Hastings-Sunrise. We have done dozens of full exterior repaints in the 1965 to 1985 stucco-upper brick-lower style across Pender, Adanac, and south of Hastings near Renfrew. We have also repainted Craftsman bungalows on Wall Street and north of Hastings, including cedar shingle restoration and lead-safe prep on pre-1978 wood siding.
What do you use to protect floors, finishes, and landscaping? +
Rosin paper on hardwood and engineered flooring, taped at every seam. Plastic sheeting on stone counters and any built-in cabinetry. Drop cloths and breathable tarps over garden beds and lawn. Every piece of hardware masked individually. Exterior jobs get tarps on the perimeter to catch overspray and chips during pressure-wash and prep.
Do you do lead-safe prep on pre-1978 Hastings-Sunrise homes? +
Yes. Vancouver’s old paint layers commonly test positive for lead, especially on 1920s Craftsman bungalows and pre-war stucco bungalows north of Hastings. We follow EPA-style lead-safe protocol: containment, HEPA vacuum, wet sanding only, no open-flame stripping. We test before quoting if the home is pre-1978 and the existing paint is original.
Can you paint my exterior before I list my home for sale? +
Yes. Fresh exterior paint is one of the highest-return things you can do before listing a Hastings-Sunrise home. A full Vancouver Special exterior takes four to six days in good weather. We coordinate around realtors, stagers, and photographers. Recent jobs have helped homes list in the high $1.7M to $1.9M range when the neighbourhood median sits closer to $1.6M.
Can you paint or limewash the brick lower on a Vancouver Special? +
Yes. Romabio Classico and Pure & Original limewash are breathable, weather the rain off the Inlet without trapping moisture, and modernize a 1965 to 1985 brick lower in one application. We have done six in the neighbourhood in the last 18 months. Or we can paint the brick in solid colour using a masonry primer plus Loxon XP for a flat-modern look.
What paint do you use for Hastings-Sunrise exteriors? +
Benjamin Moore Aura Exterior and Sherwin-Williams Emerald are our defaults. Loxon XP elastomeric for stucco coatings on Vancouver Specials. Romabio Classico for limewash on brick. Low-VOC formulas where the home is occupied during work. We do not substitute mid-tier products on premium projects.
Can you help me pick exterior colours for an East Van home? +
Yes. Colour consultation is included at no extra charge. We know what is working in Hastings-Sunrise right now. Iron Mountain, Wrought Iron, Black Beauty, and Cracked Pepper are the four dark charcoals we have put on the most Vancouver Specials. Warm whites are replacing cool whites on trim. Natural wood front doors pair with dark charcoals for a modern look that suits the housing stock.
Do you also paint in nearby areas like Commercial Drive or East Vancouver? +
Yes. We cover all of Vancouver. Commercial Drive is 10 minutes from our shop, the rest of East Vancouver is even closer, and north Burnaby is on the same route. Same crew, same standards, no travel fees.
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Nearby Areas We Also Serve
- Painters Commercial Drive Vancouver | 10 minutes from our Kitchener Street shop
- Painters East Vancouver | full East Van coverage, no travel fees
- Painters Mount Pleasant Vancouver | character homes and Main Street condos
- Painters Burnaby | across Boundary Rd, same crew
- All Areas We Serve | full coverage map
Our Painting Services
- Interior Painting and Repairs | full repaints, feature walls, trim
- Exterior Painting and Repairs | cedar siding, stucco, wood trim
- Cabinet Refinishing | update oak to white or gray
- Wall and Ceiling Repairs | drywall, plaster, proper prep before paint
- Drywall Repair and Texturing | fix before you list or renovate
- Colour Consultation | included free with every quote
