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Interior painting can be an extremely cost-effective technique to brighten up the inside of your property. Painting is often undertaken as a DIY project, but experienced painters and decorators can assure an immaculate finish and ensure that your decoration is going to look its best for as long as possible.

 

The secret to successful painting is preparation. Carefully choose a paint shade or think about choosing two tones to make an accent wall. Additionally consider the finish, as paints come in a range of finishes for example, gloss, satin, egg shell or matte. Gloss and satin will be more durable in high traffic areas. There is a substantial number of suppliers and paints on the market so it's always good to to search around to select the paint that's perfect for your area.

 

Interior painters and decorators can supply you with lots of guidance about paint and help you pick the perfect colour palette for your interior spaces.

Average Painting and decorating cost in East Linton

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 East Linton 2025

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

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East Linton

East Linton is a small town (lately identified) as well as former authorities burgh in East Lothian, Scotland, located on the River Tyne and also A199 roadway (former A1 road) 5 miles east of Haddington, with a population of 1,731 at the 2011 Census. During the 19th Century the population increased from 715 residents in 1831 to 1042 by 1881. The 1961 census revealed the town still had a population of 1579. The number did go down dramatically at the end of the 20th Century however has actually ultimately risen again.

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Duntrune Homegarden Services

16 review(s)
Based: in Dundee, DD4 0PG

Established in 1991 Dundee Landscapes employs tradesmen with over twenty years experience. We provide a wide range of garden services from simple garden maintenance to full garden layouts. We enjoy dealing with our customers on a one to one basis and...

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Maria P., DD5
5

Painter | Interior in Dundee

Fast efficient service, and competitive quote. Now awaiting date for work to start

Billy Gollan Painter Decorators

3 review(s)
Based: in Selkirk, TD7 5ET

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Fiona R., EH14
4

Painter | Interior in Midlothian

He looked like he couldn't be bothered and for the price I had to supply everything

Handyman CAN

1 review(s)
Based: in Kirkcaldy, KY2 6TA

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F., KY10
3

Painter | Interior in Anstruther

I had a better quote

Cape Decorators

1 review(s)
Based: in Glasgow, G71 8NU

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Elizabeth S., PA1
5

Painter | Interior in Paisley

Work starts on the 13th Feb 2018, However with the speed of contact and personal visit, I feel very confident I have cho...

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09 Jan

Painter | Interior

East Linton - EH40

Enquiry from: Mrs D

Start Date: Immediate

Bathroom in need off new paint ....

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14 Oct

Painter | Interior

Kingston - EH39

Enquiry from: Graeme W

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, Looking to get exterior woodwork painted as soon as possible. 52 Rhodes park north berwick *** Thanks, Graeme ***

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02 Oct

Painter | Interior

Haddington - EH41

Enquiry from: Oscar W

Start Date: Immediate

Full painting job done on the house - minus one or two rooms at most. 2 year old TW new build. White.

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22 Jul

Painter | Interior

Haddington - EH41

Enquiry from: David S

Start Date: Immediate

Questioning if front door can be painted

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20 Jan

Painter | Interior

Dunbar - EH42

Enquiry from: Brenda B

Start Date: Immediate

Fix my paint work Fix my job

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13 Apr

Painter | Interior

Tranent - EH33

Enquiry from: Gordon K

Start Date: Immediate

1 main wall papered 3 malls painted and ceiling

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13 Mar

Painter | Interior

Tranent - EH33

Enquiry from: Justin W

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for a quote on External House Facia Top Half repainted as well as trim around roof .-Interior Painters & Decorators - External Painting Walls Are you the property owner: Owner of the property ...

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31 May

Painter | Interior

Dirleton - EH31

Enquiry from: Peter A

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner Property Type: Terrace How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 5+ rooms Are you looking to remodel the rooms: No Do you require Plumbing Work: ...

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10 Nov

Painter | Interior

Haddington - EH41

Enquiry from: Evelyn L

Start Date: Less than one month

Strip paper throughout flat, paper with 2000 grade lining paper 2 bedrooms, sitting room and hall. Paint ceilings and walls with mid- sheen paint. Paint kitchen and shower room walls and ceilings with...

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01 Oct

Painter | Interior

Kingston - EH39

Enquiry from: Alison D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: Redecoration of lounge Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: ...

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04 Sep

Painter | Interior

Dirleton - EH31

Enquiry from: George B

Start Date: Immediate

Garage - All masonaryto be white washed,guttering to be painted white,Garage doors front and back with gloss. also window frame in garge. House - on one side (garage side of house) Guttering,down pip...

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14 Aug

Painter | Interior

Dunbar - EH42

Enquiry from: George D

Start Date: Immediate

paint hall and stairs paint supplied

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02 Aug

Painter | Interior

Dunbar - EH42

Enquiry from: George K

Start Date: Immediate

decorate hall and stairs. rub down walls and fill any small holes. coat with emulsion supplied.

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20 Apr

Painter | Interior

Longniddry - EH32

Enquiry from: Anne A

Start Date: Immediate

painting hall living room and kitchen

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23 Feb

Painter | Interior

Longniddry - EH32

Enquiry from: Alison W

Start Date: Immediate

Kitchen, 2 x bathrooms, stairs and 2 doors 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 remo...

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24 Jan

Painter | Interior

Tranent - EH33

Enquiry from: David W

Start Date: Immediate

bedroom small skirting 2 doors 1 window white gloss loft hatch ceiling white emulsion udercoat doors and window and hatch paper walls approx 6 rolls no paper to strip Are you the property owner: Tenan...

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16 Jan

Painter | Interior

Tranent - EH33

Enquiry from: M

Start Date: Immediate

wall paper to be hang

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12 Sep

Painter | Interior

Kingston - EH39

Enquiry from: Susan L

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: We require walls, ceilings and woodwork painted in our living room, dining room, upper h...

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30 Aug

Painter | Interior

Haddington - EH41

Enquiry from: Dennis M

Start Date: Less than one month

Hall/stairs papered(stairs part stripped to head height) 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 ...

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11 Jan

Painter | Interior

Tranent - EH33

Enquiry from: Alison S

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: to paint staircase walls and surrounding woodwork. Wooden small bannister also included...

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FAQs

How should I prepare for interior painting and decorating work?

Your painter and decorator will carry out most of the preparation work for your project. You can help them by ensuring that the area is clean and tidy. Also, remove as many personal items and pieces of furniture from the area as possible and make sure all your internal doors are firmly closed just in case of dust from rubbing down.

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.

how to prep walls for painting?

How To Prep Walls For Painting

This is exactly the part of a wall painting job that can make or mar the whole project. To ensure that your paint project doesn’t end up being disastrous, the most important place to start is from room preparation which includes cleaning, sanding as well as priming the walls before painting. Not every wall will require to go through all the preparation steps as all walls are unique and some are in better conditions than others. However, it’s advisable to thoroughly inspect the surfaces before you proceed to painting and take the necessary actions where required.

This is a very simple DIY job that should be completed in little time, however it’s also perhaps the most important step of the entire painting project. Hence, if you lack the confidence to pull this off, then we’d recommend employing a painting expert who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’ll should you how you can prepare your wall for painting.

✓ Cleaning. There is no single best way to properly clean a wall, but most walls will be just fine with a sponge and warm water. For walls that have been stained with oil or grime such as kitchen walls, you can apply grease cutting detergent and water mixture to wash and follow up with warm water to clean the residues and a damp cloth wiping to finish it off. Then leave to dry off properly.

✓ Remove mildrew. Wipe out mildrew using a sponge and solution that’s three to four parts water to one part bleach. Apply this solution and scrub the affected surface with a soft brush.

✓ Sanding. This step is only meant for walls with rough spots on its surface. Dull the uneven spots with a sandpaper, wipe away the dust and leave to dry. Use a fine grit sandpaper to sand the surfaces and let it dry properly.

✓ Priming. Prime the wall to get the most out of your paint. They work to disguise imperfections and create a smooth surface on which you can work on.

how to paint a radiator?

How To Paint A Radiator

First thing you should know about painting a radiator is that normal paints can’t be used to do the job, however that doesn’t mean it’s not cheap, easy and fun - it definitely is and even more so, when you do it the right way. With a few radiator painting hints here, it’s only a matter of time before you start painting your radiators every colour of the rainbow delightfully.

Painting a radiator is not one of the most common tasks on most people’s to do list, so we’ve created this article as an encouraging nudge to allow more people let their creativity manifest through a brush. However, this is not to say that this is a task for everyone though as you won’t like to make a mess of your radiator. If you know you can’t pick up a brush or bend a knee or your back here and there, then you probably shouldn’t. In such cases, hiring a professional painter would be your best bet to get the best results while also saving yourself some time and money.

To paint a radiator, you’ll need a paint brush, suitable radiator paint, dust sheet and a radiator paint brush (optional).

✓ Turn off the radiator and leave it to cool off. Once it’s cold, simply wipe out all dust, dirt or grease from the radiator.

✓ Protect the flooring under the radiator from any paint splatter with a by spreading out a dust cloth.

✓ Use a suitable radiator paint to brush out well and lay off evenly in a direction. Leave it to dry overnight. Then apply paint on the radiator in direction of the grooves with the help of a top quality brush.

✓ Paint in sections and move across the radiator slightly overlapping until you get to the end. The move to paint the other areas.

✓ Leave the paint to dry as instructed in the manufacturer’s instructions, then apply a second coat if necessary.

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