About This Course
The House Painting & Finishing course teaches professional wall preparation, painting, and decorative finishing techniques for residential and commercial buildings.
Nepal's construction boom means painters and finishing specialists are in strong demand — and this 2-month course is one of the most accessible paths into the construction sector, with very low literacy requirements.
What You Will Learn
- Surface preparation: scraping, sanding, crack filling
- Primer application: water-based and oil-based
- Interior painting: roller, brush, and pad techniques
- Exterior painting and weather-resistant coatings
- POP (Plaster of Paris) and wall putty application
- Texture finishes: sand, rough, and smooth effects
- Waterproofing: chemical coatings, bituminous membrane
- Stencil and decorative wall painting basics
- Spray painting with airless sprayer
- Colour mixing and matching
Course Curriculum
Month 1 — Preparation & Basic Painting
- Safety and PPE for painters
- Surface inspection and preparation
- Putty and primer application
- Brush, roller, and pad painting techniques
- Colour theory and mixing
Month 2 — Advanced Finishing & Waterproofing
- Texture finishes and decorative effects
- Spray painting technique
- Waterproofing: bathroom, roof, and basement
- Exterior coatings and anti-fungal paint
- Estimating and quotation basics
- Final practical assessment
Career Opportunities
- Painter and decorator (Nepal urban construction)
- Building finishing contractor (own business)
- Exterior painting contractor
- Waterproofing specialist
- Overseas painter in Gulf construction projects
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a good trade for someone with limited education? Yes — Class 5 literacy is sufficient. This is one of our most accessible courses and the trade is always in demand.
How much can a painter earn? Experienced painters in Kathmandu earn NPR 1,200–2,000/day. Abroad, painters in Gulf countries earn NPR 45,000–70,000/month.