Latex spraying in a new build is mostly a matter of timing and a good surface. New build walls are often handed over smooth and ready for paint (sausklaar in Dutch, meaning ready for paint or wallpaper), and then the spray machine can get straight to work. Our "from" prices are €7.95, €9.95 and €11.95 per m2, depending on the package. The exact price is in the quote. On this page you can read what we check before we spray, how to plan the work around handover and your move, and why the reduced VAT (btw) rate does not apply to a home that has just been delivered.
New build homes and spray painting: why they go well together
In a new build home the walls and ceilings are often flat and clean. According to Homedeal, the surface is ideally ready for wallpaper or paint before spraying, and the existing texture of the wall stays visible. That suits new build: you get a closed, even coat without roller marks across the whole surface.
We work with an airless spray system. Such a machine pumps the paint under pressure without using air, see the Graco brochure. You can read more about the technique on our page about airless wall spraying.
Note: ready for paint does not mean we check nothing. We assess every home on site, even if the builder says everything is finished. That is part of the advice on site and the check of the surface included in our packages.
Delivered ready to spray: what we check on your walls and ceilings
For spray work in a new build we look at a number of fixed points before the first coat goes on. This is what we go through:
- Are the plaster and filler work dry and even in colour everywhere?
- Are there hairline cracks, small holes or uneven seams that we include as a small repair?
- Are the inside corners neat, or do they need filling?
- Is there dust or white efflorescence on the wall that has to go first?
- Are windows, frames and floors already finished, so that we can mask them?
Small repairs, filling all inside corners and hand sanding are part of our work. If you want everything to look crisp, it pays to ask the builder what has already been treated. That avoids discussion about who does what.
Fresh plaster and primer: when is the wall dry enough
Freshly plastered walls are often very absorbent. According to Webwoordenboek (a knowledge base, not a paint brand, so read this as a general guideline), people often reckon on about one day of drying time per millimetre of plaster, roughly 6 to 14 days in total. Dark patches point to moisture still in the wall. The same source mentions a primer as the first step on fresh plaster. How long the primer itself needs to dry depends on the product: Webwoordenboek mentions fast-drying versions that can be overcoated after two hours and others up to 12 hours. Always follow the packaging.
We assess on site whether a primer is needed. If you still see patches in the wall yourself, say so at the visit. It is better to spray a day later than to put a coat on a damp surface.
Planning around handover and your move
With a new build home you usually have a fixed date: the handover of the keys, the removal van or the supplier of your kitchen. So plan the spraying as the first finishing step, before the floor and furniture arrive. An empty house is the easiest situation for a sprayer.
| Phase | What happens | What you do |
|---|---|---|
| Visit | We look at the walls, ceilings and the state of the plaster work | Send a floor plan or dimensions |
| Quote | You receive a "from" price per m2 with a choice of package | Choose a package and colour |
| Preparation | Masking, small repairs, hand sanding, filling inside corners | Make sure the house is empty and accessible |
| Spraying | Two coats of latex on walls and ceilings | Do not work inside during spraying |
| Handover | We clean up and walk through the work together | Walk along and tell us what you see |
On drying time: the data sheet for Sigma Air Pure Supermatt states dry after about 1 hour and overpaintable after 4 hours at 23 degrees and 50% humidity. That is an example product, other latex dries differently. You can be finished well before your move if you plan the visit in time.
Ceilings and walls in a new build: finishing and masking
Spraying is fast, but the preparation decides the result. In a new build the home is often empty, so we can mask generously and do everything in one go. We mask windows and frames, as in all our packages.
Ceilings offer an extra advantage in a new build. A large ceiling surface can be sprayed in one even movement with an airless machine. On our page about ceiling spraying you can read how we go about it. For walls we refer you to wall spraying.
In its blog about spraying, Wagner mentions that in a new build one coat is often enough. In our packages we always spray two coats, so that coverage and colour come out even.
New build wall spraying cost: "from" prices and a worked example
These are our "from" prices per m2 for latex spraying. They apply to light colours and one colour per quote; the exact price is in your quote.
| Package | Latex | "From" price per m2 |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | standard latex, scrub class 3 | €7.95 |
| Medium | medium latex, scrub class 2 | €9.95 |
| High | high-end latex, scrub class 1 | €11.95 |
A worked example, not a quote: suppose your new build home has 150 m2 of walls and ceilings in total. Then with Basic you arrive at 150 x 7.95 = €1,192.50, with Medium at 150 x 9.95 = €1,492.50 and with High at 150 x 11.95 = €1,792.50. These are "from" amounts for a standard situation.
What a class means, you can read under scrub class of latex. A fuller explanation of costs is under latex spraying cost per m2.
VAT on painting work in a new build
Many people ask: does the low VAT rate also apply to a new build home? According to the Dutch Tax Administration, the 9% rate for painting homes only applies if the home is older than 2 years at the time of the work. That period starts from the date on which the building is first used as a home.
If your new build home has just been delivered, the reduced rate therefore does not apply. What that means for your situation we discuss with the quote. If you are in doubt, ask the Tax Administration or your accountant for confirmation, especially for a rental or business property.
Service area and quote for new build spray work
We work within a radius of about 30 km around Haarlem. Whether your new build home is in latex spraying Haarlemmermeer (Hoofddorp) or latex spraying Zaanstad (Assendelft), we come to you. The on-site visit is free.
You can reach us 7 days a week from 07:30 to 19:00 on +31 6 38048347 (06-38048347). You can also request a quote directly, and we will contact you to arrange a visit. Photos of our work are under projects and photos.
Primer, ready-for-paint surfaces and the quote: it is all in our checklist for your spray painter.
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Frequently asked questions
What does it cost to spray the walls of a new build?
Our "from" prices are €7.95, €9.95 and €11.95 per m2, depending on the package. The price depends on the surface area, the colour and the state of the walls. The exact price is in the quote after the visit.
Can I have my new build home latex sprayed before I move in?
Yes, plan the spraying before the floor and your furniture arrive. An empty house is easiest. Get in touch as soon as possible after the key handover, and we will arrange a visit and discuss the date of the work.
What does delivered ready to spray mean?
It means the walls and ceilings are finished so that paint can go straight on, comparable to ready for wallpaper or paint. According to Homedeal the surface is ideally in that state. We always check the surface ourselves before we start.
Is spray work in a new build different from spray work in an existing home?
Usually it is simpler: the home is empty, the surface is flat and there are fewer signs of use. It remains important to check how dry the plaster is and the inside corners. We do that in every home.
Do I need to have a primer applied to fresh plaster first?
According to Webwoordenboek, fresh plaster is very absorbent and a primer is then often the first step. We assess on site whether it is needed. Tell us if you see damp patches yourself, and we would rather wait longer.
Does the low VAT rate apply to a new build home?
According to the Dutch Tax Administration, the 9% rate for painting work only applies to homes older than 2 years. For a home that has just been delivered, the reduced rate therefore does not apply. Discuss your situation with your accountant or the Tax Administration too.
How many coats of latex are sprayed in a new build home?
We always spray two coats of latex. Wagner mentions that one coat is often enough in a new build, but two coats give a more even result and better coverage, especially with a light colour on a new surface.
How long before I can furnish my new build home?
According to the Sigma Air Pure Supermatt data sheet, the paint is dry after 1 hour and overpaintable after 4 hours. That is an example. In your quote we state which latex we use and how long you have to wait.
Do I need to prepare anything before you come?
Make sure the home is accessible and as empty as possible. At the visit, mention anything special such as patches, hairline cracks or work the builder still has to finish. We do the masking, sanding and filling ourselves.
Do I get a free visit in my new build home?
Yes, the visit is free. We come to you within our service area around Haarlem, look at the walls and ceilings and then make a quote. You can call 7 days a week from 07:30 to 19:00 on +31 6 38048347 (06-38048347).
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Written by Sander, latex sprayer at Meesterspuiters in Haarlem, with more than 10 years of experience in latex and lacquer spraying. Updated on 6 October 2026. More background in our knowledge base.
