What is the cost to have a mural painted in my NB home and how do I find a mural artist?

A custom interior mural in a New Brunswick home typically costs $500-5,000+ depending on the size, complexity, and the artist’s experience — with a simple children’s room design running $500-1,500 and a large-scale realistic mural in a main living area reaching $3,000-8,000 or more.

A straightforward hand-painted design on one wall of a child’s bedroom — perhaps forest animals or a favourite storybook theme — in a roughly 8x8-foot space might run $500-1,200. A highly detailed photorealistic scene or a multi-wall installation in a dining room will cost $2,500-6,000 or more from an experienced NB mural artist.

Factors that affect price include: overall square footage, colour complexity, travel (an artist in Moncton travelling to Miramichi will often add a travel fee of $75-150/day), whether a detailed custom design is included in the quote, and whether surface prep and priming are included.

Finding a mural artist in New Brunswick takes a bit more searching than finding a general painter. Instagram and Facebook are the best places to find local artists — search terms like "New Brunswick mural artist" or "Moncton mural painter." Universities with fine arts programs in Fredericton often have alumni who take on mural commissions. Local arts councils in Fredericton, Saint John, and Moncton can also make referrals.

Before hiring, ask for a portfolio of wall-scale work specifically, a detailed quote with number of site visits, whether a digital mock-up is included, what type of paints are used, a clear timeline (1-3 days for straightforward work, 1-2 weeks for complex pieces), and a written agreement.

For a mural in a child’s room or main living area, ask about paint durability and washability — a sealer coat ($50-100 extra) can significantly extend the mural’s life.

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