How much do I charge to chalk paint/build furniture?
- Queen headboard (different size boards, really rustic), built, sanded, painted, and scuffed
- Chest (39in W x 19in T) painted and scuffed (just the outside)
- Side table (29in H x 18in square top) painted and scuffed
- Shelf (3ft W) painted and scuffed
- Magazine Rack (13 in W) painted and scuffed
- Chair (19in T x 15in square seat)
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There are tons of formulas out there, here are a few links for you to study and come up with a number. It is hard as you need to cover your costs, pay yourself for your time, yet maintain a friendship and get more business. I suggest keeping every receipt separate so you know what your true hard costs are. Charge for travel time. In the legal world half the hourly rate is industry standard, i.e. the attorney charges $500 per hour, his or her travel time will be billed to the client at $250 per hour. Keep track of actual mileage for IRS purposes, keep a log. How exciting for you! Good luck! And I hope you will post your creations here too. ☺
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http://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/furniture/q-figuring-out-how-much-to-charge-for-a-service-painting-furniture-2461322
Figuring out how much to charge for a service, painting furniture
One way is to add all your expenses, including use of your vehicle, and multiply times four which includes labor, taxes and profit. If I were you, and your interest in doing more of this work, I would have a price list ready. Your first big project for your friend will give you a chance to determine prices for a variety of pieces. If your client has her own furniture, only discount the wholesale price of a similar piece, and keep the X4 and other expenses in your price. Best wishes 😇💖
I would figure out your hourly rate desired, then estimate how long to create each piece, and cost of materials to do your quote.
I think you should look on a few internet sites to see what your competitors are charging for the same kind of job. Sounds so exciting. Good luck.
Thanks for the advice, everyone!! It's greatly appreciated