Whether you want a mural in a café, an original artwork in an office or graffiti on an exterior wall, cost is often one of the first questions. Knowing the wall’s area alone, however, is not enough to define the scope and cost of the project.
Mural and graffiti costs are assessed alongside the design, surface condition, access to the working area and services required. To make a useful comparison, it is important to understand what each quote includes.
Are mural prices calculated per square metre?
Wall width and height are essential information when preparing a quote. A larger surface can change material requirements, the working area and the production plan. Even so, a single price per square metre for every project can be misleading.
Two walls of the same size might receive very different designs: simple geometric forms on one and a composition of detailed portraits on the other. Their dimensions match, but the design and execution requirements differ.
Treat the area as a starting point. The full quote takes shape once the proposed work and the conditions in which it will be carried out are clear.
How does the level of detail affect the price?
A work’s cost depends on more than the area it covers. The complexity of the composition, its visual approach and the scope of design development are also considered.
Portraits, typography and abstract work
Portraits, lettering, illustrations and abstract compositions can require different preparation. Detailed work on a small surface may involve a different allocation of time and effort from a simple design across a larger area.
Avoid relying on generalisations such as “fewer colours always cost less” or “a larger wall must have a lower price per square metre”.
Design development and revisions
You may arrive with a clear idea, or ask for the design to be developed from the beginning. Concept options, presentation methods and revision stages can all affect the quoted scope.
When comparing proposals, ask how many design options are included, when approval is needed and how revisions will be handled.
Why does the wall’s current condition matter?
The intended surface is one of the factors to assess before designing. A wall with flaking paint, cracks or signs of damp may need further inspection and preparation.
Photographs support an initial assessment, but the cause of every surface problem cannot necessarily be established remotely. An on-site inspection or review by a relevant specialist may be required.
The quote should clearly state who is responsible for surface repairs and preparation, and which tasks are included in the price.
Do interior and exterior projects have different costs?
Indoor and outdoor work is planned under different conditions. Weather, exposure and access can be significant for an exterior wall. Indoors, the business’s operating routine, protection of furnishings and preparation of the working area need to be considered.
The question is broader than whether the wall is inside or outside. Sharing the actual conditions of the site helps a quote reflect the work required.
Do wall height and access affect the cost?
A wall that can be reached easily from ground level may require different preparation from a high façade. Depending on the project, a platform, scaffolding or another access solution may need to be assessed.
Fixed counters, narrow passages, stairs and busy areas in front of the wall can also affect the working plan.
This is why the first conversation should include photographs of the surroundings, not just close-ups of the wall.
Are there separate price lists for graffiti and murals?
You may encounter both “grafiti” and “graffiti”, as well as “mural” and “wall painting”, while researching a project. A quote is not determined solely by the term used to describe the work.
Letter-based graffiti, a portrait mural and a bespoke illustration each need to be assessed according to their design and execution requirements. Instead of searching for the perfect term, explain the result you want through examples and descriptions.
Reference images are useful for discussing an approach. Developing a design specifically for your venue and project is a separate part of that process.
How are projects outside Ankara quoted?
Location matters for travel and on-site organisation. Depending on the scope, a project outside Ankara may need to account for transport, accommodation, equipment and site planning.
Graffiti Ankara is based in Ankara. Projects elsewhere are assessed according to the work involved and the conditions of the space. Sharing the city and district in your first message helps with planning.
How can you compare two different quotes?
Comparing total amounts alone does not establish that two quotes cover the same services. One may include design and surface preparation, while another treats them as separate items.
Before deciding, compare the following aspects of the scope:
- Design development and presentation.
- Revision stages.
- Surface preparation and protection of the surroundings.
- Materials and execution.
- Access equipment.
- Travel and accommodation, where needed.
- Handover, care and use information.
- Whether taxes are included in the total.
Not every item will apply to every project. The aim is to see clearly which services you are paying for.
What should you send to request a quote?
You do not need a lengthy document for an initial assessment. Start with:
- The city and district of the venue.
- Approximate wall width and height.
- A few photographs of the wall and its surroundings.
- Whether the area is indoors or outdoors.
- Your idea and any reference images.
- Your intended period for the work.
If you are working with an architect or interior designer, you can also share current drawings and material decisions. This helps assess the mural alongside the other parts of the project.
If you are unsure what you want, describe how the space is used and the atmosphere you would like to create. The first step is to clarify the need, rather than choose a ready-made image.
Request an assessment for your wall. Send the location, approximate dimensions and a few photographs to Graffiti Ankara via WhatsApp.