About
Charlton
A professional painter for over 30 years Charlton’s experience and attention-to-detail means each project runs on time and within budget. His clients continue to be pleased with the result, often recommending him to others. It’s this word of mouth that has helped East Coast Painters build a professional business that continues to grow and exceed client expectations.
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If you don’t crack a smile after meeting our Irish painter Chris, maybe it’s because you can’t understand his accent! For nearly 15 years, his wise-cracks and stories have lit up our client’s homes.
Career history
Completed his apprenticeship and spent 7 years working for a painter in Ireland working on Government projects including cleaning bomb damage
Spent 14 years painting and managing projects for a builder
Moved to Brisbane and worked for a couple of painters before joining East Coast Painters
Career highlight
Painting castles and heritage mansions like the ones on Downton Abbey
What changes have you witnessed over the years?
The change from oil-based to acrylic paint
Workplace Health and Safety regulations
Advances in equipment
Life outside of work
Working around the house and renovating (more painting!)
What do you enjoy about your job?
Standing back admiring the finished job
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Brandyn is our youngest team member who bonded with the boss at a Master Painters Association (MPA) meet and greet session. Brandyn’s easy-going attitude has made him a great addition to the team as our second year apprentice.
Career history
Part time work through high school
Career highlight
Being in charge of my own decking restoration job
What do you like about working for us?
The high quality of work and it’s a good team
I’m always happy and keen to show up to work
Life outside of work
Fishing and four-wheel driving
What do you enjoy about your job?
Doing the job right and seeing the end result
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Our newest team member, however we have known Duncan for a few years. He joined East Coast Painters as he was looking for regular high-quality work with great clients and team mates.Career history
QBuild
Brisbane Painting ContractorsHomeworks – Painting contractor
All States – Commercial projects including high-rise units, nursing homes
Own business – Private residential works
Career highlight
A residential renovation project on Letchworth Rd in Coorparoo.
What changes have you witnessed over the years?
There have been many advancements in products and there are many different paints out now. It used to be all oil-based now it’s water-based, Low Voc etc. I’ve had to adapt and learn new skills to properly to effectively use the products and applicators.
What could be better about the industry
Better quality control and more comprehensive teaching of apprentices.
What do you like most about painting?
Working on something from start to finish and walking away knowing the job is complete. It’s also really interesting to see the outcomes from the Colour Consulants and I like dealing with clients.
Specialty areas
I really enjoy the start to finish of Queenslanders, both inside and out
Life outside of work
I am a member of the Brisbane Lions and have not missed a home game. I was even privileged enough to have gone to the grand final last year and watch them win the premiership. I am also an avid Cronulla Sharks fan.
With my wife and two teenage sons we are busy with cricket, AFL and fishing and I also get away to Moreton and Fraser every year.
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Racking up over 40 years with East Coast Painters, Glen is obviously the most loyal member of the team! He is extremely honest and hard-working.
What changes have you witnessed over the years?
The type of paint we use now has been the biggest change - it’s much easier to wash out. And we don’t seem to use as much putty these days.
Life outside of work
Glen has had many different hobbies over the years like car restoration, remote control cars and aquariums. These days he keeps busy doing projects around the house.
What do you like most about painting?
The satisfaction at the end of the job.
A brief history of East Coast Painters
East Coast Painters began in 1968 after Bradley McDonagh and Phil Birch completed their apprenticeships with the then known Baker Brother’s Painting contractors. Brad and Phil went their separate ways, with Brad marrying Catherine and continuing to build and strengthen the company. They built a solid customer base across the residential, insurance and building industries.
Charlton inherited his family’s strong work ethic and from a young age he was inspired to master the art of painting. He took over East Coast Painters in 2006.
Affiliations
East Coast Painters are certified and trusted by Dulux – Australia’s most trusted paint brand. We are also proud to be Master Painters and understand the importance of belonging to an industry body who encourage and recognise the highest standards of craftsmanship and ethical business practices.
“I’m very happy with the culture of openness and honesty. Overall, an extremely positive experience”
– Lois, Greenslopes.