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Find rated painters and decorators for interior and exterior painting and wallpapering.
What does a painter and decorator do?
A painter and decorator prepares and finishes interior and exterior surfaces — filling, sanding, priming, painting, wallpapering and woodwork. Good preparation is what separates a lasting finish from one that peels within a year.
Common decorating services
- Interior painting of walls and ceilings
- Exterior masonry and render painting
- Woodwork, doors and skirting
- Wallpaper hanging and removal
- Filling, sanding and surface preparation
- Feature walls and colour advice
- Ceiling and cornice work
- Staircase and hallway decorating
- Fence, shed and garden woodwork
- End-of-tenancy and rental repaints
When to hire a painter and decorator
Hire a painter and decorator for whole-room or whole-house redecoration, exterior painting, wallpapering, or when you want a professional finish on woodwork and awkward areas.
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How to choose a painter and decorator
Preparation and tidiness matter as much as the paint. Before you book, check:
- Public liability insurance
- Membership of the Painting & Decorating Association (PDA) or a scheme like Dulux Select, where relevant
- Examples of previous work and local references
- A written quote covering preparation, materials and coats
- How they protect floors and furniture and clear up
- The paint brands and number of coats included
What affects the cost of decorating work?
Decorating is usually priced by the room or day. The main cost factors are:
- The condition of the surfaces and how much preparation is needed
- The size and height of the rooms or elevations
- The number of coats and the paint quality specified
- Wallpaper stripping or complex feature work
- Access equipment for exterior or stairwell work
- London labour rates
For typical UK and London prices, see our painter and decorator cost guide.
A quote based on proper preparation will usually outlast a cheaper one that skips it.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does painting a room take?
A standard room often takes one to two days including preparation and drying between coats.
Do decorators prepare the surfaces?
Good decorators include preparation such as filling, sanding and priming for a durable finish.
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