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Interior painting can be a really reasonably priced technique to brighten up the interior of your home. Painting is sometimes undertaken as a DIY job, but skilled painters and decorators can make sure a great appearance and guarantee that your redecorating will last as long as possible.

 

 

You will often spend longer getting ready to paint than actually painting. It's highly recommended to wash and prepare all walls and ceilings before painting, as well as to mask off any regions which shouldn't be painted such as skirting, architrave, electrical sockets and light switches. Cover up home furniture as well as any carpets or flooring in the area with dust sheets to protect against any drops. When painting internally, make use of a primer coat as a base followed by several layers of paint, giving each layer time to dry in between.

 

Interior painters and decorators can provide you with plenty of recommendations about paint and help you pick the most suitable colour palette for your internal spaces.

Average Painting and decorating cost in March

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 March, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Painting and decorating installation cost in March 2024

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

Painting and decorating searches in November 2024

Painting and decorating Projects in March in October 2024

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Requests for quotations in March in October 2024

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Requests for Painting and decorating quotations in March in October 2024. -100% change from September 2024.

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Requests for Painting and decorating quotations in Cambridgeshire in October 2024. 117% change from September 2024.

We noted 603 requests for property quotes in March. Of these quote requests the number of painting and decorating quotes in March was 0. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these customers with up to four suitable installers who were available for work within March during those times. Ask for a free home survey from reputable companies within March.

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March

March is a Fenland market town and civil parish in the Isle of Ely region of Cambridgeshire, England. March was the county town of the Isle of Ely, which was a separate administrative county in between 1889 and 1965. It is now the administrative centre of Fenland District Council. The same as many Fenland towns, March was originally an island surrounded by marshes. It occupied the second largest 'island' in the Great Level. As the land drained, the town developed and flourished as a trading and religious centre. It was also a minor port before emerging as, in more recent times, a market town and an administrative and railway centre. March is positioned on the banks of the old course of the navigable River Nene, and today mainly used by pleasure boats. The town's progression took place most swiftly when it ended up being an important train centre. It had a significant junction in between the Great Eastern Railway and Great Northern Railway at March railway station, allowing for ease of access to and from London, Cambridge and Ely. In particular, March Royal Mail sorting office, formerly a full post office dates from 1936, is uncommon in that it is among a few post offices that display the royal cypher from the brief reign of Edward VIII. There are many shopping options for the 19042 homeowners of March. March Town Centre is the home of a vast array of independent and commercial chain stores. A retail park opened in 2008, extending the capacity to go shopping in superstores and grocery stores. Littered across the town are also numerous eateries, bars and public houses. For all your home upgrades, make sure to make use of trusted experts in March to make certain of quality.

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Painting and decorating pros in March

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

Latest review

Susan P., DE65
5

Painter | Interior in Derby

Excellent service from Match Decorating. Will certainly recommend

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

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

Rollers

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

Latest review

J., NR30
4

Painter | Interior in Great Yarmouth

Prompt and helpfull

Similar Customer Enquiries for Painting and decorating in March

18 Apr

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: James M

Start Date: Immediate

Have a few rooms needing decorating and lack of time. Mainly paint with feature wall and wallpaper. Also hall stairs and landing.

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30 Sep

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Rachel C

Start Date: Less than one month

customer has a painting & decorating project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for painting & decorating. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a decorator.c...

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03 Sep

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Brian E

Start Date: Less than one month

Lounge re-decorated. 20ft x 13ft8ins Ceiling and walls painted. Door and window sills painted. 1 Bedroom re-decorated 15ft7 ins x 9ft8ins Ceiling and walls painted. Door and window sills painted...

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30 Aug

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Pauline B

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: all the walls and ceiling plus woodwork in the lounge and small dining room

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12 Jun

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Ronald F

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: kitchen and larder

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04 Mar

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Vivien T

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: Living room bed room kichen bathrooms hall way Are you the property owner: Tenant (with...

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27 Jan

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Ivy O

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: 4 bed house

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07 Sep

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Jamie W

Start Date: Less than one month

2 bed flat, need hallway ceiling, walls and skirting painting + 5 doors back and front. 1st bedroom three walls and ceiling and skirting . 2nd bedroom while bedroom walls, ceiling, skirting. Living ro...

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07 Nov

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Brian E

Start Date: Less than one month

Prep all surfaces to be painted. Make good all surfaces to smooth and flat and paint hall. Paint artexed ceiling and coving. Prep and paint 6 doors and 7 door frames. Prep and paint skirting boards. ...

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07 Sep

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: B

Start Date: Immediate

Painted and decorated

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11 Oct

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Mr. B

Start Date: Immediate

Toilet & bathroom to be decorated 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 r...

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27 Feb

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Parveen K

Start Date: Immediate

Front wall need to be fix and painting Homeowner Please contact to appoint

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25 Feb

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: M H

Start Date: Less than one month

I require my kitchen completely painted, it has been recently plastered, the largest area is the ceiling.I also would like the door(wooden) re painted in gloss and two windows. Homeowner Please co...

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06 Feb

Painter | Interior

March - PE15

Enquiry from: Ruth K

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

make good walls in kitchen after new kitchen fitted, paint ceiling, paint walls, rub down paint gloss, prepare new skirting board and window sill bare wood and then paint. Are you the property owne...

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FAQs

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.

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.

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 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.

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