The body behind the standard

The body behind the standard.

To be the voice of the painting and decorating industry in New Zealand, and to champion quality workmanship and integrity on behalf of the public and the trade.

Master Painters New Zealand Association Inc. is the only recognised trade organisation for the Painting and Decorating Industry in NZ. Founded in 1913 and now over 110 years old, we represent painting and decorating businesses across 13 regions. Our mission is to be the voice of the industry: promoting professional and ethical practice, ensuring trade standards through training and education, and connecting quality painters with customers who deserve peace of mind.

Quality painting and decorating work by Master Painters members

Since 1913

More than a century of the standard.

  1. 1913

    Master Painters New Zealand Association is founded as the independent voice for firms and individuals in the painting, decorating and sign writing trades.

  2. Today

    Over 110 years on, the association represents members across 13 regions and remains the only recognised trade organisation for the painting and decorating trade in New Zealand.

  3. The mark

    Members are assessed before they join, sign a Code of Conduct, and back qualifying work with the Master Painters 5-Year Guarantee, supported by Dulux, Resene and Wattyl.

What we stand for

The promises behind the mark.

  • 110+ years established, founded 1913
  • 13 member regions across New Zealand
  • Only recognised trade organisation for NZ painting and decorating
  • 5-Year Workmanship Guarantee for qualifying work
  • Represented on Standards NZ, BCITO, Business NZ
  • Annual awards recognising industry excellence

Recognised and backed by

  • Dulux
  • Resene
  • Wattyl
  • Rothbury Insurance
  • Standards NZ
  • BCITO

Look for the mark.

Find an assessed Master Painters member in your region, backed by the 5-Year Guarantee. It is the simplest way to know the job will be done to the standard.

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