House Painting on Holbox: facades, interiors, metal and wood
We paint houses, condos and hotels on Holbox with the preparation the climate demands: washing, crack repair, primer and two coats of tropical-grade products. Holbox sits between the Gulf and a shallow lagoon: very humid, salty and exposed to northers in winter, so wood, metal and paint need extra protection and frequent maintenance.
Our Painting Services
Exterior Facades
Elastomeric and high-acrylic paints that bridge hairline cracks and keep rain out of the block.
Interiors
Washable, low-odour and anti-mould paints for bedrooms, kitchens and bathrooms.
Metal Protection
Rust removal, anti-corrosive primer and marine enamel for railings, gates, pergolas and doors.
Why paint fails on Holbox
Holbox has small hotels, guesthouses and wooden or palapa houses on sand streets, where owners mostly need repairs, bathrooms, paint and maintenance rather than large new builds. We choose elastomeric facades, anti-mould interiors and marine enamels on metal according to this exposure.
Who we paint for on Holbox
High season runs from winter to summer holidays, so most hotels schedule renovation and maintenance in the quieter autumn months. Each job is planned for the type of building, from a single villa to a condo block painted by sections.
Materials, crews and access on Holbox
Everything arrives by ferry from Chiquilá and moves on sand streets by golf cart or small truck, about three hours plus the crossing from our workshops, so jobs are planned in tight batches.
Rules, licences and administration on Holbox
The island is part of the Yum Balam protected area, so works need municipal and environmental approval, building heights and materials are restricted, and vehicles on the island are limited.
Water supply on Holbox
Fresh water is scarce and supplied irregularly, so bathrooms and gardens are designed with low-flow fittings, cisterns and treated greywater wherever possible.
Painting Prices (2026) — Holbox
| Surface | System | Price (MXN/m²) |
|---|---|---|
| Interior walls and ceilings | Sealer if needed + 2 coats vinyl-acrylic or washable | $80–$140 |
| Exterior facade | Washing, repairs, sealer, 2 coats elastomeric | $160–$290 |
| Metalwork | Rust treatment, anti-corrosive primer, marine enamel | $230–$460 |
| Wood | Sanding, stain or varnish with UV filter | $210–$390 |
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Why Owners Choose Recrea for Painting
- Our own crews, not a chain of subcontractors: the same supervisor from first visit to handover
- Fixed written quote with materials, brands and quantities listed line by line
- Photo and video reports for owners who live abroad, plus a bilingual project contact
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