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Interior painting can be a really economical method to revitalise the inside of your house. Painting is sometimes done as a DIY project, but expert painters and decorators can make sure of an immaculate appearance and make sure that your decoration will last as long as possible.

 

 

You may spend more time getting ready to paint than actually painting. It's advisable to clean and prepare all wall surfaces and ceilings before painting, and to mask off any regions which shouldn't be painted such as skirting, architrave, power sockets and light switches. Cover up household furniture and carpets or flooring in the room with dust sheets to protect from any splashes. If you are painting internally, employ a primer coat as a base then multiple layers of paint, allowing each layer time to dry in between.

 

Interior painters and decorators can provide you with lots of advice about paint and help you select the best colour scheme for your interior rooms.

Average Painting and decorating cost in Millom

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 Millom 2025

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

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We noted 308 requests for home quotes in Millom. Of these quotation requests the number of painting and decorating quotations within Millom was 2. Quotatis would have been able to match these consumers with as many as 4 suitable contractors who were available for work within Millom during that time. Ask for a free house survey from reputable companies in Millom.

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Millom

Millom is a town as well as civil parish on the north shore of the tidewater of the River Duddon around 6 miles (9.7 km) north of Barrow-in-Furness (however by road via the estuary the range is 23 miles (37.0 kilometres)) and also 26 miles (41.8 km) south of Whitehaven in southwest Cumbria, England. Millom was built as a brand-new town, starting in 1866 and also subsumed the town of Holborn Hill. Built around ironworks, the town grew to a size of over 10,000 individuals by the 1960s, yet has struggled considering that the jobs were closed in 1968. Culturally, Millom is significant as the birth place of poet Norman Nicholson, and as a major centre of amateur rugby league. The name is Cumbrian dialect for "At the mills". The town is accessible both by rail and by an A class roadway. Historically in Cumberland, the parish had a population of 7,829 in 2011 and also is split into 4 wards, Holborn Hill, Newtown North, Newtown South and Haverigg. Millom's economy is currently mainly based around retail, services as well as tourist. It is a fairly reduced wage location, with a lot of people employed in experienced professions such as structure, painting as well as designing. Numerous also work in the solution market in hotels, clubs as well as stores within the neighboring Lake District national park. Greater wage centres are Barrow-in-Furness to the south and also Sellafield to the north-west with commuting each means on the road or via the train. There is additionally some travelling regarding Kendal.

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John Raper Decorator

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Based: in Chorley, PR7 5TX

I am apprentice trained city in guilds painter &decorator I have a vast experience of working in schools banks hospitals shops and private homes I do interior and exterior and paperhanging

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Michael E., PR7
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Painter | Interior in Chorley

John Raper contacted us very swiftly and arranged to meet and assess the job requirements. Unfortunately then due to pre...

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FAQs

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.

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How Much Do Painters And Decorators Charge?

If you’re thinking about painting your home or property, then one of the first things that crosses the mind is the amount charged by painter or decorators to carry out the project. However just like any other home improvement projects and as with most tradesmen, the amount charged by a painter and decorator largely varies from job to job depending on a plethora of factors. These factors include your location, the urgency at which you need the job done and whether or not a specialist equipment would be required.

For painters and decorators, one of the biggest influencing factors that determines the price to be charged is the size of the room. For instance, if you have a large room to be painted, it’s definitely going to cost you more than a smaller room. And same applies to multiple rooms when compared to single room. In other words, to get a more accurate cost estimate from your tradesman, you’ll need to have a good idea of the size of your room or rooms. So let’s take a closer look!

✓ Painting a mid-sized room. The question here is, how do you know if your room is medium sized? The room will have a size of about 3.5m by 5m or a room that can conveniently allow up to 6 to 8 people. The price range is between £240 to £410.

✓ Wallpapering a mid-sized room. This uses the logic as painting a mid-sized room but the price can differ due to difference in materials used. The price range here is between £204 to £420.

✓ Painting a large ceiling. Painting a ceiling is very similar to painting a wall but its not as straightforward and will consume more time. The price ranges from £286 to £5476.

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.

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.

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Millom Painting and decorating installers are rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 1 reviews of 15 pros.
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