paintwork

noun
UK /ˈpeɪntwɜːk/
US /ˈpeɪntwɜːrk/

The painted surface of something, like a car or a wall.

The car's paintwork was shiny and red.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. The act or job of painting a building or structure.

The paintwork on the old house took two weeks to finish.

3. The quality or condition of a painted surface.

The paintwork on the door was chipped and faded.

4. Decorative painting done on a surface.

The delicate paintwork on the vase showed fine craftsmanship.