How to make $4,000 a month painting (inside)

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Brush up on profits… Whether you’re a seasoned artist with a knack for turning dull walls into dreamy canvases or someone whose idea of painting is limited to finger-painting disasters from kindergarten, this side hustle just works. There’s a reason interior painting is one of the most in-demand services out there—people are desperate to get rid of that "builder beige" and cover up the questionable color choices they made during their "DIY renovation" phase.

But here’s the kicker: While everyone loves a freshly painted room, no one wants to do the painting themselves. That’s where you swoop in, brush in hand, ready to transform their drab interiors into Pinterest-worthy spaces.

With just $100 and some basic supplies, you can start an interior painting business that not only spruces up spaces but also colors your bank account in shades of green. This isn’t just a side gig; it’s a brush with financial freedom. So, grab your drop cloths, because it’s time to paint the town—and a few living rooms—red.

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The MVP (Getting your first customer)

Rolling in dough… Starting an interior painting business doesn’t require much more than a steady hand and an eye for color. With $100 in your pocket, here’s what you’ll need to get started:

• Basic Paint Supplies: $60 (Think rollers, brushes, painter’s tape, and drop cloths)

• Marketing Materials: $40 (Flyers, business cards, and maybe a snazzy logo)

Total investment: $100

Now, it’s time to paint the town red—or whatever color your first customer prefers. Here’s a simple pricing structure to get your brush moving:

• Room Painting Fee: $100 per room

Painting ten rooms a week will bring you to $1,000, and you’ll be rolling in green (both cash and paint).

Obviously a living room is bigger than a closet so try to work in a ±/- of $50 given the size of the room.

Getting Your Next 100 Customers

Color me impressed… Once you’ve nailed down your first customer and painted their walls with the skill of a modern Michelangelo, it’s time to expand your business:

1. Social Media: Post before-and-after photos of your paint jobs on Instagram and Facebook. Use hashtags like #BrushUpYourHome and #ColorYourWorld. Everyone loves a good transformation, especially if it involves less DIY and more “hire me!”

2. Referrals: Offer your happy customers a discount on their next project if they refer you to a friend. Because nothing says “trustworthy” like a fresh coat of paint and a neighbor’s recommendation.

3. Local Advertising: Distribute flyers in your neighborhood, post on community bulletin boards, and maybe even invest in a yard sign. After all, nothing says “I’m a pro” like a sign staked in freshly painted grass.

Here’s how to scale your interior painting hustle into a $1,000-per-week operation:

1. Expand Your Services: Offer additional services like trim painting, wallpaper removal, and accent walls. The more you can do, the more you can charge. And who doesn’t want their home to look like it belongs in a glossy magazine spread?

2. Hire a Helping Hand: As demand grows, consider hiring a part-time assistant or apprentice to help with the workload. You’ll be able to take on more jobs without getting spread too thin—like a poorly applied coat of paint.

3. Volume Discounts: Offer discounts for multiple rooms or whole-house packages. Customers love a good deal, and you’ll love seeing your calendar fill up with jobs.

4. Seasonal Specials: Run promotions during the slow seasons, like winter, when people are cooped up inside and tired of staring at their boring beige walls. Offer to bring a pop of color into their lives at a discounted rate.

Viability:

1 [building spaceships] 🚀 to 5 [easy peasy] 😊 

Turn your painting skills into a profitable side hustle with just $100 and a little bit of know-how. Whether you’re painting an entire home or just adding an accent wall, you’ll be brushing up on your profits in no time.

Just remember: the key to success is all in the details, so don’t gloss over the small stuff. Happy painting!

(As usual each business will have it’s own setbacks, and it’s all about the execution and consistency rather than just having the idea)

It’s a great day to be great!

Love, Mike 👋