Paint Price in Pakistan (2026) — Emulsion, Enamel & Texture Rates
Repainting or finishing a new house in 2026? Paint pricing confuses everyone because brands quote per gallon, per litre and per set — with coverage that varies wildly. This guide gives indicative 2026 rate ranges from our Jhelum paint store, honest coverage numbers, and a worked example for a 5 marla house. Paint rates move through the season — every figure is a market estimate for planning only; call us for today's exact price.
Paint Rates in Pakistan — Per Gallon (2026)
| Paint Type | Economy | Mid | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interior wall emulsion | 4,500 – 5,500 | 6,500 – 8,500 | 9,000 – 13,000 |
| Exterior weather guard | 5,500 – 6,500 | 7,500 – 9,500 | 10,000 – 15,000 |
| Enamel (wood & metal) | 3,800 – 4,800 | 5,500 – 7,000 | 7,500 – 10,000 |
| Texture paint | — | 6,000 – 9,000 | 9,500 – 14,000 |
| Wall putty (40 kg bag) | 3,200 – 3,800 | 4,000 – 4,800 | 5,000 – 6,000 |
Brands we stock include Happilac (our house value-favourite), plus the national premium brands — full comparison in best paint brands in Pakistan 2026.
Real Coverage Per Gallon (Not the Brochure Number)
| Surface | Honest Coverage (one coat) |
|---|---|
| Interior wall, first coat | 220 – 280 sq.ft |
| Interior wall, second coat | 300 – 380 sq.ft |
| Exterior wall | 180 – 250 sq.ft |
| Enamel on wood/metal | 180 – 250 sq.ft |
Brochures say more. Reality says: rough plaster drinks paint; smooth putty surfaces stretch it. Dark colors need an extra coat — budget it.
Worked Example: 5 Marla Single-Story House
Assume ~1,350 sq.ft covered area, ~2,600 sq.ft of wall + ceiling surface:
| Item | Quantity | Cost (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Wall putty | 6–7 bags (40 kg) | 25,000 – 33,000 |
| Primer/sealer | 5 gallons | 20,000 – 30,000 |
| Interior emulsion (2 coats) | 14–16 gallons | 95,000 – 130,000 |
| Exterior weather guard | 7–8 gallons | 55,000 – 75,000 |
| Enamel for doors/windows | 4–5 gallons | 22,000 – 35,000 |
| Total paint budget | ~PKR 2.2 – 3.0 lac |
Want exact numbers for your rooms? Use our free paint calculator — it accounts for openings (doors/windows) so you don't overbuy.
Why Do Similar Paints Vary So Much in Price?
- Binder (resin) content — the real quality driver; more binder = better washability and life.
- PVC (pigment volume concentration) — cheap paints are chalky; they look fine for a year then powder.
- Imported vs local pigments — affects color depth and fade resistance in Jhelum's summer sun.
How to judge quality beyond price: read paint quality, finishes & coverage explained, and DIY painting tips if you're painting yourself.
Buy Genuine Paint at Honest Rates
Khokhar Paint Store Jhelum stocks sealed, in-date paint only — with machine color mixing and a free AI visualizer to preview colors on YOUR room photo. Call/WhatsApp +92 331 5083 648 with your wall measurements for an exact paint schedule, or visit us.
Where a Paint Budget Really Goes
The gallon price is the number everyone compares and the lever that matters least. Ask anyone who repainted within two years what they would change, and the answers are almost always about preparation, not paint:
- Surface prep decides the outcome. Two proper putty coats with real sanding between them will make a mid-range emulsion look better than a premium one slapped on a rough wall. Prep is labour, and labour is where people try to save first — wrongly.
- Coats matter more than brand tiers. One thick coat never equals two honest coats. Two coats over a sealed, primed surface is the standard for living rooms and exteriors.
- Spend where eyes and weather land. The lounge you sit in and the exterior wall that takes the afternoon sun and monsoon deserve the better tier. Store rooms, corridors and behind-cupboard walls are sensible places to step down a tier, not up.
- Primer is not optional. On fresh plaster, primer is what stops the expensive top coat from drinking in unevenly. Skipping it is the most expensive saving in painting.
- Sheen by room. Walkable fingerprints — corridors, kids' rooms, kitchens — take a pearl or satin finish that washes. Flat matt belongs on ceilings and low-touch walls.
If you want a rough quantity picture before you talk rates, our paint calculator estimates litres by room size and coat count. For a brand-tiered plan — Happilac options by surface and room — send your room list on WhatsApp and we will map it out; rates for the day come with it.
Questions about your own build? Call or WhatsApp +92 331 5083 648 — we answer with today's facts, not guesses.
Delivery Areas & Charges
Plain and simple — here is exactly how delivery works at Khokhar Traders.
Where we deliver: Locally within about 10–15 km of Jhelum city centre — Jhelum City, Civil Lines, Bilal Town, Kala Gujran, Haji Aima, Kotla Aima, Katchery, Mohamdi Chowk, Chishtian Mohallah, Madina Town, CITI Housing, and many more areas around Jhelum city centre. A little further out? We may still be able to deliver with extra charges — just ask.
Delivery charges: Agreed at the time of order. Share your location with our team and we calculate the exact distance, then confirm a fair delivery charge before anything is loaded. Prefer to save on transport? You are welcome to arrange your own transport.
Ex-shop rates vs delivered rates: Shop materials — cement, iron rebars (sariya), chips, tile bonds, paints, hardware — are priced at ex-shop rates: either we deliver at the agreed charge, or you arrange your own transport. Loose materials — sand, aggregate (crush), soil and gassu for foundation filling, and bricks on a full trolley — usually come with delivery included.
Full-truck cement delivery: We can deliver a full truck of 350–500 cement bags straight to your site (if a bigger truck can safely reach it). A small loader carries only 25–35 bags per trip — one full truck saves you many loader runs and real money on local transport.
Rates change daily: A rate confirmed over the phone is valid for that time of day only. A rate is locked with an official order and advance payment — we confirm the final rate and delivery charge together before dispatch.
Full details in our Shipping Policy — or call / WhatsApp +92 331 5083 648 and we will confirm today's rate and your delivery charge in minutes.
Good to Know Before You Act
Two honest notes about everything published in our guides.
Rates are market estimates and they change daily: any price or rate mentioned in our guides is an indicative market estimate for planning only — material rates in Pakistan fluctuate, sometimes daily. It does not matter what a guide, blog or old quotation says — the final and correct rate is always the one our team confirms with you on the day. Call or WhatsApp +92 331 5083 648 for today's exact price. A rate is locked only with an official order and advance payment.
No warranty on results — always speak to a professional first: quantities, mix ratios, material suggestions and methods described in our guides are general educational guidance, not instructions for your specific site. Results after mixing or using any material in any ratio depend on site conditions, water quality, handling, curing, storage and workmanship — we do not warrant or guarantee any result arising from following general guidance. Before you act, always speak with your engineer, contractor or a qualified professional — or ask our team for guidance on materials.
Planning a stage of your project? Contact us first — we will gladly go through your material list, today's rates and the right products for your site before you buy.
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