http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.walltreats.co.nz en-us Fri, 08 May 2026 03:55:30 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/164140/house-painting-costs-in-auckland-2026-what-youre-actually-paying/ How much will this actually cost you in Auckland? If you own a character or heritage home, this is not a question you can answer from a photo or a quick back‑of‑envelope estimate. Instead, you want certainty: a human diagnosis, a scoped plan, and a quote that names risks rather than ignores them.Below you’ll find realistic cost ranges, the hidden items that change budgets, the exact checklist to compare proposals, and links to real Wall Treats projects that show this process in action.What... Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post164140 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/152821/boost-your-curb-appeal-with-colour/ If there’s one thing that an exterior paint job will do for your home, it’s give it some brand new curb appeal! Many homeowners are branching out beyond the typical grey, beige, and—groundbreaking stuff—greige to embrace eye-catching colour.We’re not talking about fluorescent pink or lime green, unless that’s what floats your boat. You can add some vibrancy to your home without creating an eyesore. Not sure which path to take? Here are some tips for a brighter, bolder exterior paint ... Thu, 25 Sep 2025 12:38:31 +1200 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post152821 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/147011/client-case-study-getting-it-right-from-the-start/ Aucklanders have had to contend with a lot weather-wise in recent years! During the January 2023 storm that ravaged parts of Auckland, the rear section of this clifftop property subsided.As part of the significant land stabilisation project, the client decided to rejuvenate the interior of his house. He requested that his interior designer create a moody cocoon for him and his teenage children. The interior designer working on this project is very well regarded for her contemporary aesthetic. Sh... Wed, 11 Jun 2025 11:40:12 +1200 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post147011 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/146993/attention-to-detail-prioritising-quality-outcomes/ Attention to detail is a key part of being a premium painter. The small things are important, particularly when it comes to a paint job in or on your home! It’s the one place you’re probably going to spend time literally staring at the walls—so they better look good!... Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:07:23 +1200 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post146993 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/145209/dark-interior-colours-and-diy-a-bad-match/ Many homeowners consider making their interior painting a DIY job—it’s easier to access than exterior walls, it’s away from the weather, and after all, it’s just slapping paint on a wall. Why not tackle it yourself and save some money? Unfortunately, as people tend to spend a large amount of time inside their homes, the results of a DIY paint job are often on full display. Both natural light and artificial light will highlight the imperfections in different ways. If you’re happy t... Tue, 13 May 2025 14:12:29 +1200 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post145209 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/145208/client-case-study-planning-for-success/ We had first repainted the exterior of this client’s Herne Bay property in 2014. Over the years, we had stayed in touch and carried out maintenance repainting work on the exterior as well as small scale interior repainting projects.In 2024, our client decided to refurbish the entire interior of their 387 square metre house. They worked with their interior designer to develop the new interior specification.Understanding the unique needs of our clientsDue to the scale of the property and our cli... Tue, 13 May 2025 13:49:47 +1200 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post145208 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/144619/the-trades-that-can-make-or-break-a-project/ Architects and designers, you’ll already know this: in a renovation or building project, every trade is important. However, some of them can make or break the whole shebang.Cast your minds back to your last three projects. At which stage of the project did your client’s excitement visibly increase?Was it when the diggers came on site to start the earthworks?When the slab was laid?When the framing came up and the spaces started taking shape?At the roof shout?When the functional services like ... Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:24:43 +1200 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post144619 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/143930/how-we-price-our-paint-projects/ Embarking on a high-end architectural build or the restoration of a heritage home requires a significant investment. So securing an accurate painting quote in Auckland should never be an exercise in guesswork. Naturally, you require certainty, transparency, and a provider who respects your budget and timeline.At Wall Treats, we have replaced industry ambiguity with a rigorous, numbers-driven approach. Founder, Ashley Wong has developed a detailed pricing methodology openly because... Wed, 09 Apr 2025 12:07:53 +1200 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post143930 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/139085/informed-decision-making-choosing-your-painter/ When it comes to choosing a painter, many Aucklanders base their decision-making primarily on price. And we get it.It’s not easy to pass up a cheaper option. However, a smaller price tag can be deceptive, and in the long term may cost more than expected.We’ve put together a quick guide for those seeking a painter for their project. Wall Treats is a premium option, and we’re never the cheapest. For this reason we are Auckland's choice for special homes that deserve attention. As character a... Wed, 11 Dec 2024 10:24:34 +1300 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post139085 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/post/136889/client-case-study-the-wall-treats-difference/ It was a privilege to be chosen for this gorgeous heritage Grand Dame restoration project! When our client headed out on an overseas adventure, they decided to rent out the beloved historic home that they purchased in the early 2000s rather than sell it. Last year, they decided it was time to freshen up the exterior with a repaint—and engaged Wall Treats for the task.The Wall Treats difference: Auckland heritage expertiseThe client chose our team to carry out the painting on their home because... Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:46:28 +1300 http://www.walltreats.co.nz/blog/#post136889