ABOUT

It’s More Than Just Paint

Hi, I’m Brian — the painter behind Colour Squad.

Despite the name, we’re not a big team. It’s usually just me and my wife, sometimes me alone — handling every step of the work ourselves. That means you’re not getting random subcontractors or rushed jobs — you’re getting HONEST work from people who genuinely CARE about the result.

My Experience and Approach

Before starting Colour Squad, I worked for seven different painting businesses across Sydney — from small teams of 2 or 3 to larger crews up to 8.
I didn’t do that because I had to — I did it because I wanted to see how different people approached the same job. I learned a lot. And I can tell you this:

Almost every painter can slap paint on and make a job look good on the surface.
But not many take the time to do foundational, lasting work properly.

The truth is — no one sees what’s under that smooth paint layer except for the painters themselves. And only those with good years of experience and deep knowledge know what’s likely to happen down the track.

There are definitely painters out there who do it right — and I’m proud to say I’m one of them.
I don’t compete on price. I price for what I do.

Common Issues I Handle

Over the years, I’ve dealt with all kinds of issues:

• Hairline cracks creeping across ceilings
• Water stains and mould that keep coming back
• Peeling, flaking paint from shortcuts and poor prep
• Damaged trims, gaps, and dodgy old patches

Now to be fair — not all of this is due to bad paint jobs.
Sometimes it’s just age. Even the best paints won’t last forever, especially in older homes or high-moisture areas.

But here’s the thing — proper prep and the right materials can slow that down MASSIVELY.
That’s why I don’t just patch and roll. I take the time to do it properly, so your home looks great now and still holds up years down the track.

Why Proper Preparation Matters

For a proper job, prep work often takes 30–40% of the total time and quote.
Prep work isn’t just filler — it’s the foundation of a lasting paint job.

I’ve seen jobs finished fast — too fast. When someone’s painting on day one and done by day three, it usually means the prep was rushed.

Fast jobs might look great at first — but give it a few months…
Cracks reappear. Mould comes back. Paint bubbles up. Paint flakes off. And you’re stuck doing it all over again.

My Process

Here’s what I do instead:

• Inspect the root of the issue
• Protect your floors, furniture and space
• Repair using proper materials and techniques
• Prepare surfaces the right way: wash, sand, fill, prime
• Paint with the right number of coats — not just “one and done”

A quality job isn’t just about paint — it’s about what’s under that colour, and who’s doing the work.

Whether it’s one room or the whole house, I’ll always be honest about what needs doing and what doesn’t.
That’s how I make sure your job looks great now and still holds up years from now.