I'm renting a 65m2 apartment in The Hague built in the 1970s. All the interior doors and frames are that yellowed cream colour and look tired. My landlord said I can paint them myself or hire someone. I've never done this before. Should I tackle it myself to save money, or is professional work worth the cost? What's the realistic time and budget for both?
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Painting interior doors and frames is one of the most beginner-friendly DIY jobs — but it depends on your time and patience. A professional will charge €400–€800 to paint 5–6 interior doors with frames (prep, prime, two coats). DIY materials cost €80–€150. The catch: proper prep (sanding, filling, degreasing) takes 4–6 hours per door if done right; rushing shows. Amateurs often skip priming, which leads to poor adhesion and a second repaint within 2 years. As a renter, check your lease — most allow cosmetic painting with prior consent, but verify this with your landlord in writing. If you're not confident or short on time, posting the job on AstraNL will get you real quotes from verified local painters in The Hague who can often complete it in 2–3 days.
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