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Interior painting can be an extremely economical means to revitalise the inside of your house. Painting is often done as a DIY project, but professional painters and decorators can guarantee a perfect appearance and make sure that your redecorating will last as long as possible.

 

The main element to effective painting is preparation. Carefully select a paint colour or consider employing two colours to create an accent wall. Also think about the finish, as paints will come in different finishes like gloss, satin, egg shell or matte. Gloss and satin will perform better in high traffic areas. There is a massive assortment of suppliers and paints to choose from so it's a good idea to to shop around to select the paint that's ideal for your area.

 

Interior painters and decorators can present you with plenty of recommendations about paint and help you choose the right colour scheme for your internal rooms.

Average Painting and decorating cost in Barnstaple

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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Prices based on actual Painting and decorating costs for Barnstaple, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Painting and decorating installation cost in Barnstaple 2024

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

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Barnstaple

The large town of Barnstaple is situated in the South West of England, inside the county of Devon. The town contains a population of 34,000 and is one of the main areas in the county. If you're considering bettering your home, make sure to use reputable specialists in the region to guarantee a terrific finish for the work you want completed.

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23 Jan

Painter | Interior

Barnstaple - EX31

Enquiry from: Angela M

Start Date: Immediate

bathroom & downstairs cloak room are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms are you looking to remodel t...

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10 Nov

Painter | Interior

Barnstaple - EX32

Enquiry from: Charlotte P

Start Date: Less than one month

One wall wallpapered 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 y...

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19 Oct

Painter | Interior

Barnstaple - EX31

Enquiry from: Srivalli S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 3-4 rooms Are you looking to remodel the rooms: No Do you require Plumbing W...

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16 Jan

Painter | Interior

Barnstaple - EX32

Enquiry from: Mohamad R

Start Date: Immediate

Total house repainted inside.

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16 Jul

Painter | Interior

Barnstaple - EX31

Enquiry from: Mark G

Start Date: Immediate

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

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21 Apr

Painter | Interior

Barnstaple - EX32

Enquiry from: TREVOR T

Start Date: Immediate

Work description: Master bedroom, ceiling and walls. Preparation and painting. One wall a feature colour. One wall almost entirely sliding wardrobe doors, very little painting required. Remaining wall...

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13 Apr

Painter | Interior

Barnstaple - EX32

Enquiry from: Tony H

Start Date: Immediate

The property is a care home and consists of 2 end of a block of four houses. We are looking for quotations for painting the front, side and rear of the property Commercial Please contact to appoin...

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24 Mar

Painter | Interior

Barnstaple - EX32

Enquiry from: TREVOR T

Start Date: Immediate

repainting top half of (rendered) front of house Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Are you looking to remodel the rooms: No Do you require Plumbing Work: No Are you looking for any...

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23 Feb

Painter | Interior

Barnstaple - EX32

Enquiry from: Claire D

Start Date: Immediate

Just one room completely painted in an ice blue colour Please contact to appoint

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22 Aug

Painter | Interior

Ilfracombe, Woolacombe - EX34

Enquiry from: Diana N

Start Date: Immediate

Painting of: 1) 3 bedrooms (second floor), 2) entrance hall, 3) cealing in stairs in landing area, 4) partial painting in walls in the living room (top part of the walls). Plus the 3 bedrooms require ...

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09 Jun

Painter | Interior

Lynmouth, Lynton - EX35

Enquiry from: Norman K

Start Date: Immediate

Exterior woodwork, fascias, soffits and bargeboards, repair and paint. Woodwork repair/replacement is mainly around 3 dormer windows. Replacement of all guttering.

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08 Mar

Painter | Interior

Ilfracombe, Woolacombe - EX34

Enquiry from: Nancy S

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miss requested quotes for painting & decorating from a decorator around ilfracombe, woolacombe. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. ...

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21 Jul

Painter | Interior

Lynmouth, Lynton - EX35

Enquiry from: Justine V

Start Date: Immediate

Hall and landings and skirting painted plus dining and living room painted

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09 May

Painter | Interior

Torrington - EX38

Enquiry from: Emma W

Start Date: Immediate

need hall and up my stairs walls painting which is very and the ceiling up the stairs and landing painting... are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached how many...

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09 Mar

Painter | Interior

Umberleigh - EX37

Enquiry from: Amanda B

Start Date: Immediate

To paint & wallpaper a lounge & bedroom Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Semi detached How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms Are you looking to...

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15 Jul

Painter | Interior

Lynmouth, Lynton - EX35

Enquiry from: Stephanie G

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Hi Mickey - it’s Steph (used to work at health centre). Need an urgent quote - slates have come off the bay window roof - we are putting the house on the market next week so need it urgently fixed -...

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17 Jun

Painter | Interior

Chulmleigh - EX18

Enquiry from: Laura H

Start Date: Immediate

Hi we are looking for 2 walls to be papered. To start asap wallpaper and paste already purchased

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27 Feb

Painter | Interior

Bideford - EX39

Enquiry from: Brogan F

Start Date: Immediate

Homeowner Please contact to appoint

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17 Nov

Painter | Interior

Bideford - EX39

Enquiry from: Karin H

Start Date: Less than one month

I would like 2 walls in my hall wallpapered

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27 Apr

Painter | Interior

Ilfracombe, Woolacombe - EX34

Enquiry from: Maureen S

Start Date: Immediate

External painting of wooden lodge. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Are you looking to remodel the rooms: No Do you require Plumbing Work: No Are you looking ...

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FAQs

how to paint a ceiling?

How To Paint A Ceiling

If you’re a bit hesitant to take on the seemingly awkward task of painting your ceiling, you’re definitely not alone. However, there are ways in which you can make ceiling painting tasks one of the less strenuous tasks you’ll find around the house as they’ll help you get rid of most drips and also assist you to easily determine whether or not you’re covering the whole ceiling. In several cases, painting a ceiling simply means painting it white again and most same colour painting jobs are way easier than painting with a new colour entirely. When you have the right size of nap controller as well as the appropriate length of an extension pole, painting over your head will be a lot easier. Here’s how to paint a ceiling.

✓ Prepare the room. This include removing as many furniture and objects from the room as possible while also laying down plastic sheets on the remaining ones. And also cover the floor with paper or canvas drop cloths.

✓ Remove obstructions. Detach or remove everything that can make your work harder like light fixtures or smoke detectors.

✓ Protect surfaces. This includes protecting vertical surfaces like the windows and doors from ceiling paint.

✓ Prepare the ceiling. This involves vacuuming the ceiling to get rid of any dust or dirt, sanding any rough spots on the ceiling with a sandpaper and filling any small holes or cracks in the ceiling (optional).

✓ Prime the ceiling. Use an angled brush or paint edging tool or primer to cut in edges of the ceiling.

✓ Paint the edges of the ceiling. When the primer has dried, simply paint the edges of the ceiling to create a frame in which you can easily work in.

✓ Paint the ceiling in grids.

Can painters and decorators repair stained walls?

Yes, painters and decorators can repair stained, damp or mouldy walls. Usually, this process will involve stripping away the damaged paint and treating the area with specialist paint. After this is done, the damaged sections can be repainted to match the room.

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.

how to paint skirting boards?

How To Paint Skirting Boards

In the exact same way a room isn’t complete unless it has all the right finishing touches here and there, your skirting boards also just wouldn’t be right leaving it without a paint. As you can imagine, skirting board can quickly gather dust, dirt and scuffed over time can affect the appearance of the entire room. But you don’t have to wait for this to happen before painting your skirting boards. Good news is, painting of skirting boards is relatively easy and straightforward especially when you follow the guide given in this article. It should, however, be said that if you’re not so confident about holding a brush and doing the task yourself, then getting a professional painter to complete the project will be a great option to achieve the best result while you can focus on other important things.

Painting your skirting board will help provide your room with the much needed perfect frame. Now let’s take a closer look!

✓ Prepare your skirting boards. Treat your wood skirting board with a knotting solution and wood primer. But if they’re already painted or varnished, simply wipe clean use a wet and dry paper with a mild detergent to abrade the surface. Once done, you can then run a strip of masking tape along the floor.

✓ Start Painting. For the decorative coat, you can use any paint designed for wood and metal like satin, gloss etc. Once selected, you can then start to paint across the top with the help of a 2 inch brush. Then move to the flat side. Work in easy to manage sections and when starting the next section, start at the far side and brush into the section you’ve just painted so as to make for an even finish. Finally, remove the masking tape used before the paint dries off.

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