Commercial Painting Budget Planner & Tracker
Take control of your project finances. This dynamic spreadsheet helps you forecast, track, and justify every penny of your commercial painting project.
A clear, realistic budget is the foundation of any successful commercial project. This template, built for UK facility and property managers, eliminates guesswork and provides a professional framework to secure stakeholder approval and prevent cost overruns.
How to Use This Budget Planner
- Forecast: Use the 'Cost Forecast' tab to build your initial budget based on project scope.
- Track: Use the 'Actual vs. Budget' tab to log committed and spent costs in real-time.
- Manage Cashflow: Use the 'Payment Schedule' to align invoices with project milestones.
- Justify: Present a clear, professional financial plan to finance directors, landlords, or board members.
Section 1: Initial Cost Forecast & Estimation
Use this section to build your budget estimate. All figures are £ GBP.
A. Labour Costs
| Item | Est. Days/Hours | Rate (£) | Est. Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Painting Labour | ||||
| Preparation Labour | ||||
| Supervision | ||||
| Scaffolding Erectors | ||||
| Subtotal - Labour | £0.00 | |||
B. Materials & Consumables
| Item | Quantity | Unit Cost (£) | Est. Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primer | ||||
| Top Coat Paint | ||||
| Specialist Coatings | ||||
| Sundries | ||||
| Protection Materials | ||||
| Subtotal - Materials | £0.00 | |||
Section 2: Summary & Contingency
Budget Summary
- Total Estimated Labour Costs: £0.00
- Total Estimated Material Costs: £0.00
- Total Estimated Equipment Costs: £0.00
- Total Other Direct Costs: £0.00
- Subtotal (Net Cost): £0.00
VAT & Contingency
- VAT Rate:
- VAT Amount: £0.00
- Project Contingency: (Recommended 10-15%)
- Contingency Amount: £0.00
- Subtotal Contingency: £0.00
TOTAL PROJECT BUDGET (Gross)
£0.00
Net Cost + VAT + Contingency