Painting & Decorating

Costs vary depending on room size, condition and requirements. For a standard room (4m x 3m), expect £350-£600 for walls and ceiling, increasing to £500-£800 including woodwork. Factors affecting price include preparation needs, ceiling height, material quality, and surface complexity. Wallpaper hanging typically costs £35-£55 per roll. Exterior painting ranges from £1,500-£4,000 for a typical house. Period properties in conservation areas may cost 25-40% more due to specialist techniques required. We provide detailed quotations following assessment, ensuring transparency throughout.

Project timeframes depend on scope and preparation requirements. A standard bedroom typically takes 1-2 days, living rooms 2-3 days, and hallways/stairs 3-5 days. Complete redecoration of a 3-bedroom house usually takes 10-14 days with a two-person team. Period properties often take 30-40% longer due to detailed features requiring careful attention. External projects generally take 1-3 weeks depending on weather and access. For occupied properties, we schedule work to minimise disruption, often working room-by-room.

Our comprehensive preparation includes surface protection, furniture covering, filling of cracks and holes, sanding, removal of loose paint, stripping wallpaper where necessary, and treatment of underlying issues. Woodwork is degreased, sanded and properly prepared. All surfaces receive appropriate primers matched to substrates. For period properties, we take special care with historic surfaces using sympathetic materials and techniques. This thorough preparation represents 60-70% of project time but is essential for achieving professional, lasting finishes.

We tailor recommendations to each specific application. For living areas and bedrooms, we suggest premium matt emulsions from brands like Dulux Diamond Matt or Farrow & Ball. High-traffic areas benefit from durable matt or eggshell finishes with enhanced scrub resistance. Kitchens and bathrooms receive specialist moisture-resistant formulations. For woodwork, we primarily use water-based satin and eggshell finishes. Period properties often require breathable paints on traditional surfaces. Exterior work receives appropriate weather-resistant systems suited to specific substrates.

Yes, we offer comprehensive colour consultation, understanding that colour selection is both challenging and impactful. We consider your preferences, lifestyle needs, property architecture, and practical factors like room orientation and existing elements. Our consultations include physical sample libraries allowing evaluation in actual spaces and lighting conditions. For complex projects, we offer test area application of chosen colours. This service is complimentary for confirmed decorating projects, with a modest fee for standalone consultations.