Painting is one of the most common and emotionally charged sources of disagreement at the end of a home build. Because paintwork is highly visible, even small imperfections can feel significant to homeowners at handover. In this episode, we explain how painting defects are assessed in Victorian homes, including what a “normal viewing position” means and why glancing or critical light can exaggerate surface variations. 

The discussion also covers how builders rely on standards and tolerances when deciding what will be fixed and what won’t, and why not every visible mark is considered a defect. This episode is designed to help homeowners approach paint inspections with clearer expectations and fewer surprises.

BILD Lab provides practical building education for Victorian homeowners. This is not legal or building advice.