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Interior painting can be an extremely economical way to reinvigorate the interior of your house. Painting is sometimes done as a DIY project, but qualified painters and decorators can assure the best finish and make sure that your redecorating is going to last as long as possible.

 

 

You might devote more time to preparing to paint than actually painting. It's essential to clean and prepare all walls and ceilings prior to painting, and to mask off any regions that should not be painted such as skirting, architrave, plug sockets and light switches. Wrap furniture and carpets or flooring in the area with sheets to catch any stains. If you're painting inside, employ a primer coat as a base layer then multiple layers of paint, allowing each layer time to dry in between.

 

Interior painters and decorators can present you with plenty of suggestions about paint and help you find the best colour scheme for your interior spaces.

Average Painting and decorating cost in Abbotsley

The average cost of a Painting and decorating is £800. Costs vary based upon the materials and the contractor chosen. The upper price range can be as high as £920. The material costs are mainly around £200

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Painting and decorating installation cost in Abbotsley 2024

Labour cost £560
Material cost £200
Waste removal £40
Time frame: 1-3 days

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Abbotsley

Abbotsley is a civil parish in Cambridgeshire with a population of 425. It is three miles from St Neots and 14 miles from Cambridge. The parish is not recorded in the Domesday book, but seems to have come about in the 12th century. It has a parish council with seven councillors, a chairman and a clerk, and has two councillors on the district council. It also has one councillor on the Cambridgeshire County Council. It is in the Huntingdon parliamentary constituency.

The parish has a church dedicated to St. Margaret and it has been there since about 1300. It is a Grade II listed building. Its tower shows four Kings instead of pinnacles and was built in the 16th century. Other listed buildings in Abbotsley are 13 houses, a red telephone box and a table tomb in the churchyard. The village is part of the diocese of Ely.

Abbotsley holds an annual Scarecrow Festival to raise money for the maintenance of its village hall. Residents make themed scarecrows and leave them outside their houses for a week.

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Painting and decorating pros in Abbotsley

Carlos Decor

14 review(s)
Based: in London, NW10 0SS

We are a small family business called Carlos Decor - painting & decorating specialists. We have been trading for over 20 years. We take pride in all the work we do, giving the best service in every job no matter how big or small, with very compet...

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Katharine M., NW8
5

Painter | Interior in London

Professional quote/s received. Good price matrix made it cost effective for us to proceed. Excellent service and will us...

Ciprian Paint

4 review(s)
Based: in London, NW6 3BJ

We are based in London, we offer interior and exterior painting and decorating services for both domestic and commercial customers. As well as homes, we have painted schools, offices and churches.

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Luca C., SW11
3

Painter | Interior in London

They looked cheaper and equally competent

NPW Plastering and Decorating

1 review(s)
Based: in Norwich, NR11 7BX

We offer plastering and decorating services at competitive prices We are fully qualified and insured No job to big or small Friendly professional service

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CHRIS F., NR5
5

Painter | Interior in Norwich

NO ISSUES VERY GOOD INTERACTION.

Match Decorating

3 review(s)
Based: in Leicestershire, LE12 7TS

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Susan P., DE65
5

Painter | Interior in Derby

Excellent service from Match Decorating. Will certainly recommend

Sjwplastering

1 review(s)
Based: in March, PE15 8LY

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Karen M., PE27
4

Painter | Interior in Houghton

Came to the property to view the job but did not send a quote through

David Braker Painter & Decorator

1 review(s)
Based: in south wigston, LE18 4PD

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Davinder C., LE10
4

Painter | Interior in Burbage

felt low quote and would do good job

Rollers

5 review(s)
Based: in Norwich, NR4 6NG

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J., NR30
4

Painter | Interior in Great Yarmouth

Prompt and helpfull

Similar Customer Enquiries for Painting and decorating in Abbotsley

29 Jul

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: Nishant I

Start Date: Immediate

painting,skirting and door frames are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 5+ rooms are you looking to remodel t...

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04 Oct

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: Betty r

Start Date: Immediate

Bathroom Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms Are you looking to remodel the rooms: No Do you require Pl...

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26 Jul

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: Jamie L

Start Date: Immediate

Painters for commercial contracts - great rates

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08 Feb

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: JENI S

Start Date: Less than one month

Bedroom papered & hall painted

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01 Nov

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: Lloyd P

Start Date: Immediate

I have a 3 bed semi detached I need 2 walls in the living room papered one wall in the dining room and the hallway , stairs and landing papered - Estimated Service Date: 09/11/2015 - Property Type: H...

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27 Jul

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: Alice O

Start Date: Immediate

Property type: Detached, Work description: redecorate a bedroom and a dining room and one coat of paint on a sitting room wall.

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20 Jun

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: Linda H

Start Date: Immediate

Homeowner Moved into new house over a month ago. looking for someone to paint my bedroom ceiling walls and skirting. also in a month or 2 time living room ceiling and walls. also ceiling needs new ...

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22 May

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: Joan G

Start Date: Immediate

Customers own description of work to be carried out: Work description: Strip and paint stair case Please contact to appoint

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25 Feb

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: Suresh S

Start Date: Immediate

homeowner 1 room decorating 1-3 months please contact to appoint *

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06 Feb

Painter | Interior

St. Neots - PE19

Enquiry from: Peter L

Start Date: Immediate

Business to decorate dining hall, two coats of vinyl silk magnolia to wall and to rub down and gloss skirting Supplied and Painted Immediate Please call to appoint *

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FAQs

How much for a painter to paint a room?

How Much For A Painter To Paint A Room?

If you’re looking to have your room painted, it’s only normal to get an idea of how much it’s going to cost so you can set a budget and start planning. As you would have expected, the cost of having a room painted is dependent on a wide array of influencing factors such as the size of your room, the type of paint to be used, your location and many more. As a result, providing a single and accurate answer to this question is almost impossible.

Generally, a regular 4 metres by 3 metres room will take just a couple of days to be fully painted including both the coving and woodwork. Outside London, most painters and decorators would charge within the range of £150 to £200 per day meaning that you’ll have a total labour cost within the range of £300 to £400. What’s more? You’d also have to consider the price of the paint to be used which is usually around £50. If you add all the costs together you’ll get an average cost of about £400 to £500.

Unfortunately, paint does not last an eternity. Therefore, there’ll come a time where you’d have to consider painting your room all over again. It may seem unwise to employ the services of a professional painter and decorator especially if you’re on a budget. However, in truth, calling in a professional can go a long way to save you time, stress and money. In other words, even if you’re worried about the cost, a professional painter is still your best bet in the long run as they know exactly what to do to ensure you derive maximum benefits from your painting project.

What sort of jobs will an interior painter and decorator carry out?

Interior painters and decorators will offer a wide range of services. These range from painting and wallpapering to other decorating jobs such as fitting skirting or architrave. Some painters and decorators will be trained to plaster as well, however, you should always ask them about this and not assume they will all be able to.

How long should I wait after plastering to paint my walls?

You should always wait until plaster is dry before painting. The time this will take varies depending on the room and property, but in general, it will take about a week. Your plasterer will tell you how long it is best to leave it before covering or painting their work.

Which type of paint should I use?

There are lots of paints that are suitable for different areas of your property. In general, gloss and eggshell paints should be used in high traffic areas, whereas matte paints are suitable for lower traffic areas. Professional painters and decorators can give you advice on the most suitable types of paints.

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