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Interior painting can be a really affordable means to refresh the interior of your home. Painting is often done as a DIY job, but skilled painters and decorators can make sure of the optimal appearance and guarantee that your decoration will last as long as possible.

 

The primary element to successful painting is preparation. Carefully opt for a paint colour or think about employing two shades to produce an accent wall. Additionally think about the sheen, as paints can come in a variety of finishes for instance, gloss, satin, egg shell or matte. Gloss and satin will last longer in high traffic locations. There is a substantial selection of suppliers and paints to choose from so make sure to shop around to get the paint that's the most suitable for your room.

 

Interior painters and decorators can present you with plenty of suggestions about paint and help you find the ideal colour palette for your internal spaces.

Average Painting and decorating cost in County Durham

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 County Durham, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Painting and decorating installation cost in County Durham 2025

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

Painting and decorating searches in January 2025

Painting and decorating Projects in County Durham in December 2024

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Requests for quotations in County Durham in December 2024

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Requests for Painting and decorating quotations in County Durham in December 2024. 33% change from December 2024.

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Requests for Painting and decorating quotations in Northern Ireland in December 2024. 13% change from December 2024.

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County Durham

The ceremonial county of Durham is situated in the northeast of England, boasting a population of 513,000. The greatest settlement is the town of Darlington, with the county town of Durham also housing a large percentage. The county is ranked 23rd for inhabitants in England and consequently features a quite low density of 600 individuals per square mile. The county features a high proportion of residents originating from England, with the Easington and Derwentside area having a 99% average. For your forthcoming house improvement project for your Durham household, review quotations from nearby and trustworthy professionals in the region.

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Painting and decorating pros in County Durham

AJ Decorators

5 review(s)
Based: in Sunderland, SR4 6LX

Latest review

Lynn N., DH7
2nd April 2016
5

Painter | Interior in Durham

Excellent work. Very polite always on time. Would definitely recommend this company

Class Decorators

2 review(s)
Based: in Newcastle, NE9 5NT

Latest review

Lisa M., NE31
2nd December 2017
5

Painter | Interior in Hebburn

Gary did an excellent job and I was very happy with the finished work.

Paint and Render LTD

2 review(s)
Based: in Crook, DL15 8BL

Latest review

Karen R., NE37
30th December 2018
4

Painter | Interior in Washington

This was the only company who bothered to get in touch .

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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.

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.

can you paint over wallpaper?

Can You Paint Over A Wallpaper?

According to some painting and decoration experts, painting over a wallpaper can never produce a result that’ll be as good as painting on a blank or naked wall. However in the event whereby there’s a pressing need to quickly beautify a room, it’ll be totally understandable if you don’t want to go through the hassle of the time consuming old wallpaper removal process.

Therefore, the short and simple answer to this question is yes, it’s absolutely possible to paint over a wallpaper and get a good outcome so far you don’t rush the process. To ensure your success if you want to paint over a wallpaper, there’s also the need to use the right tools and techniques. And just like any other DIY project, proper preparation before commencement is key.

If you’re going to paint over a wallpaper, many of the tools you’ll need to acquire are the standard painting and decorating products. This means that they can be easily procured at many DIY stores. To paint over a wallpaper, you’ll need a paint roller, top quality paint brushes, joint compound ( you’ll only need this in situations whereby your wallpaper is damaged or peeling), oil based primer, tape, sandpaper, paint ( can be water, solvent or oil based paints) as well as drop clothes ( for the protection of your furnitures).

As a rule of thumb, if you can easily remove the existing wallpaper, then you probably should before you start to paint the walls. However, if removing the wallpaper seems to be a pain or can significantly damage your wall, then it’ll be smart to simply paint over it. But before you proceed, you must also note that painting over the wallpaper will make it even harder to remove later in the future.

how to paint a room?

How To Paint A Room

Painting is a joyful task and it’s quite obvious why it’s one of the most popular DIY projects. Whether you’re painting as an experienced DIYer or as a newbie, this step by step guide will put you in the right direction. However, if you lack the confidence to carry out this task, then we’d recommend you get in touch with a seasoned professional who can guarantee the best results for help. This way, you get to save some time and additional money that would have resulted from possible costly errors.

So just before you head right into the task, there’s the need to determine the type of pain finish you would love to use which is to choose a colour. Now let’s get started!

• Prepare the room

✓ Remove all objects as much as you can from the room and cover the remaining furniture or objects with a sheet.

✓ Fill all holes on the surface to make for an even finish.

✓ Wash the wall with the help of a damp sponge. A sugar soap or diluted washing up liquid will work just fine.

✓ Tape the edges of objects you do not wish to paint like light switches, plug sockets and the likes.

• This step can be skipped if painting on an existing paint, but it’ll advisable to dilute small quantity of your selected paint to patch prime the holes that you’ve filled. If you have a large number of holes that was filled, then priming them would be smart.

• Mix or stir the paint thoroughly in a paint kettle to ensure an even and perfect mix.

• Now you’re ready to start painting! Start from the edges to form like a frame to work within with your roller. Once done, leave for about 4 to 6 hours to dry.

• For the second coat, simply repeat the above step to complete your painting project.

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