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26 articles · latest on 10 June 2026

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Who pays for painting at the end of a lease in Geneva: tenant or landlord?

Who pays for painting, tenant or landlord, at the end of a lease in Geneva? Normal wear, the eight-year rule and the move-out statement, explained simply.

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  1. Calculating the area to paint and the quantity of paint in Geneva

    Calculating the area to paint and the quantity of paint in Geneva: perimeter × height, coverage per m², coats, margin. A workable method, no prices. Renovhome SA.

  2. Coats, drying time and smell: paint in practice in Geneva

    How many coats, drying time and smell of paint in Geneva: touch-dry, recoatable, cured, and when to put furniture back. Renovhome SA.

  3. Flaking, blistering or chalking wall in Geneva: causes and repair

    Flaking, blistering or chalking wall in Geneva: causes (adhesion, moisture, worn binder) and the right repair. Diagnosis by symptom. Renovhome SA.

  4. Lacquering joinery, doors and radiators in Geneva: enamel and preparation

    Lacquering doors, skirtings, frames and radiators in Geneva: smooth enamel, sanding, bonding primer. Preparation makes it last. Renovhome SA.

  5. Mould, damp stains and efflorescence on walls in Geneva

    Black mould, damp stains, efflorescence on walls in Geneva: recognising the cause (condensation, rising damp, leaks) and treating it. Renovhome SA.

  6. Painting new plaster and plasterboard in Geneva: drying, primer, steps

    Painting new plaster or plasterboard in Geneva: drying time, sealing primer, joints showing through and the right order of coats. Method. Renovhome SA.

  7. Renovating a flat in Geneva: the order of works and where painting fits

    Renovating a flat in Geneva: the logical order of works, from strip-out to finish, and the right moment to bring in the painter. Renovhome SA.

  8. Repainting before moving in to Geneva: painting an empty home

    Repainting before moving in to Geneva: why an empty home is the ideal time to paint, the order of works, key coordination. Renovhome SA.

  9. Repainting to sell in Geneva: adding value before the viewings

    Repainting to sell in Geneva: neutralising bold colours, erasing visible defects and getting the first impression right at viewings. Renovhome SA.

  10. Which paint colour to choose in Geneva: light, room, harmony

    Which paint colour to choose in Geneva: light, room size and function, harmony with floors and joinery. A neutral method. Renovhome SA.

  11. Bathroom painting in Geneva: moisture-resistant and mould-resistant

    Bathroom painting in Geneva: stain-blocking primer, moisture-resistant enamel, mould prevention, ventilation. Renovhome SA.

  12. Between-Tenancy Repairs in Geneva: Who Pays for What

    Who pays for painting at the end of a lease in Geneva? Normal wear vs tenant damage, the role of the move-out inspection and key points of Swiss tenancy law.

  13. Cracked, flaking or stained ceiling in Geneva: causes and repair

    Cracked, flaking or stained ceiling in Geneva: causes (moisture, shrinkage, smoke) and the right repair. Diagnosis by symptom. Renovhome SA.

  14. Eco-friendly, low-VOC paint in Geneva

    Eco-friendly, low-emission (VOC) paint in Geneva: emission labels, children's rooms, sensitive people, ventilation. Renovhome SA.

  15. Guarantees and insurance of a painter in Switzerland: the legal framework

    Legal framework for a painter's guarantees in Switzerland: defects in the work (Art. 367-371 CO), notice of defects, time limits, professional liability insurance, certificates.

  16. Painter for property management companies in Geneva: quote, scheduling and invoicing

    Painter for property management companies in Geneva: how a mandate works, detailed quote, compliant statements, confidentiality. Renovhome SA, Le Lignon.

  17. Painting a flat in Geneva: the complete guide

    Complete guide to repainting a flat in Geneva: where to start, choosing rooms and finishes, preparation, a typical project from start to finish, handover.

  18. Painting after water damage in Geneva: the insurance process

    Water damage in a Geneva flat: who declares what, the loss adjuster's role, liability vs contents vs building cover, drying out before painting and a documented case file.

  19. Painting common areas and stairwells of apartment buildings in Geneva

    Painting common areas and apartment-building stairwells in Geneva: work in occupied premises, access kept open, coordination with the property manager. Renovhome SA.

  20. Painting in condominiums and co-ownership in Geneva

    Condominium painting in Geneva: decision at the general meeting, renovation fund, common areas, a clear quote to present to owners. Renovhome SA.

  21. Preparing your home before the painter arrives

    Checklist to prepare a room before the painter arrives in Geneva: clear the walls, free up access, protect the furniture, and plan your presence on site.

  22. Questions to ask before hiring a painter in Switzerland

    List of questions to ask a painter in Switzerland before signing: company ID (UID), professional liability, legal warranty (Art. 371 CO), itemised quote, point of contact, unforeseen events.

  23. Repainting a kitchen in Geneva: paint, steps and finishes

    Repainting a kitchen in Geneva: washable paint, greasy surfaces, finishes and steps. Advice from a Geneva painter. Free quote. Renovhome SA.

  24. Repainting a property before letting it in Geneva

    Repainting a property before letting it in Geneva: neutral standard, coordinating the inventory inspection, surfaces to prepare. For landlords. Renovhome SA.

  25. Which paint finish to choose: matt, eggshell, satin or enamel

    Matt, eggshell, satin or enamel: how to choose a paint finish by room, washability, moisture and wall imperfections. A neutral, room-by-room guide.

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