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Interior painting can be a very affordable way to revitalise the inside of your house. Painting is often completed as a DIY project, but skilled painters and decorators can assure an immaculate appearance and make sure that your decoration is going to last as long as possible.

 

 

You will often devote more time to getting ready to paint than actually painting. It is vital to clean and prepare all wall surfaces and ceilings prior to painting, together with to mask off any regions that should not be painted over such as skirting, architrave, power sockets and light switches. Cover furnishings and any carpets or flooring in the area with dust sheets to protect against any stains. If you're painting inside, employ a primer coat as a base layer followed by multiple coats of paint, allowing each layer time to dry in between.

 

Interior painters and decorators can offer you lots of suggestions about paint and help you find the most suitable colour palette for your internal spaces.

Average Painting and decorating cost in Whyteleafe

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 Whyteleafe, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Painting and decorating installation cost in Whyteleafe 2024

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

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Whyteleafe

Whyteleafe is a town in the area of Tandridge, Surrey, England, with a few roads dropping inside the London District of Croydon. The town, in a dry valley of the North Downs, has 3 railway stations (on two parallel lines). Neighbouring towns as well as communities include Woldingham, Caterham, Coulsdon, Warlingham, and Kenley. To the west are Kenley Aerodrome, Kenley Common (owned by the Corporation), Coxes Wood, as well as Blize Wood. To the eastern are Riddlesdown, the Dobbin, as well as Marden Park. The churchyard consists of tombs of airmen that died during WW2, pointed at RAF Kenley nearby. As a result of the slopes the interpretation of a Warlingham Built-up Area absorbing the east fifty percent of Whyteleafe, devised after the 2011 census for analysis, including 9,092 locals is rather strained yet shows a degree of financial reliance. The village name originates from the unique white bottom of the whitebeam trees growing in the area. In 1855 Nathaniel Glover bought White Leaf field and George Henry Drew later finished the building that was called "White Leafe House". By 1881 the bordering location had actually come to be referred to as "Whiteleafe". As with Kenley the history of its land prior to that was that of various other churches, in this situation Caterham and to a minimal extent Warlingham as well as Coulsdon. Its initial primary school was integrated in 1892, enlarged in 1900 as well as once more in 1907. In 1911 the population of Whyteleafe was currently larger than that of Warlingham village ... A region council secondary school for women has been set up in this year (1911 ).

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Painting and decorating pros in Whyteleafe

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

Diondecor

5 review(s)
Based: in London, E12 6LX

About Dion Decor Dion Decor is an established painting and decorating company located in London. Our qualified staff are well equipped with knowledge in the painting and decorating field, having studied at Newcastle College for Level 3 NVQ Diploma...

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John I., NW9
3

Painter | Interior in London

Seems able but was in other jobs and had time constraints

Blue Point Contractors

1 review(s)
Based: in London, SW2 4AS

Leading decorators and refurbishment in London, delivering quality services to both residential and commercial properties ? Get a free estimate now.

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N., SW2
5

Painter | Interior in London

A bit to expensive for me.

M & N Decor LTD

15 review(s)
Based: in London, SE16 2LT

The company is the resold of hard work and professional finish for any job. 15 years experience and the love for decorating make as the best on the market. Our goal is to be your only choice when it comes to professional services. Being British owned...

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Gez Z., SE9
5

Painter | Interior in London

Very professional sounding and competent. Quick to quote and flexible on price.

IPJ Building & Decorating Services

6 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD24 6PY

We have been in business for 32 years. We do all decorating work and total refurbishments to houses and flats. If you would like any references for work that we have completed we can gladly send you some customer's numbers where we have worked previo...

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Sharon M., N11
5

Painter | Interior in London

Their quote was clear and concise.

Simon & Dylan'S Decorating Company LTD

2 review(s)
Based: in London, SW6 1BE

Simon and Dylan Decorators was started in 1998 after many years decorating in London. I have built up a lot of trust with a very good team who I have been working with for many years. Our customers say that what they want most from a painting and ...

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S., W14
3

Painter | Interior in London

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Mata Brothers Painting & Decorating Services

1 review(s)
Based: in Surbiton, KT5 8QH

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Maeve O., SW16
5

Painter | Interior in London

Excellent

A Haywood Property Services

3 review(s)
Based: in Westerham, TN16 1DU

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D., TN14
5

Painter | Interior in Sevenoaks

Brilliant. Job done to very high standard. Polite , tidy trustworthy. Nothing was too much trouble.

Decoreasy LTD

2 review(s)
Based: in London, E11 4YE

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Sri H., TW3
5

Painter | Interior in Hounslow

Quote given, but we did not go ahead with it.

Similar Customer Enquiries for Painting and decorating in Whyteleafe

08 Jul

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

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Wall paper on one wall in the hall.

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12 Sep

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Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Natalie F

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Newly plastered room ceiling and walls 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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20 Apr

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Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

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Start Date: Less than one month

Homeowner Please contact to appoint Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 3-4 rooms Are you looking to remod...

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11 Oct

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: David H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

complete house painting including prep windows glossed skirting glossed 3 decent sized bedrooms kitchen lounge price including materials and labour please

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30 Jul

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Joanna H

Start Date: Immediate

We own a one bed flat that needs complete repainting including the ceilings. So there will be one bedroom, lounge,bathroom,kitchen, hallway and all the ceilings and four internal doors. There will als...

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10 Jul

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Bridgeen S

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: I have a small paint and wall papering job for a bathroom. One wall needs stripped and ...

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04 Mar

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Andrew O

Start Date: Immediate

The following rooms (walls, ceilings, woodwork, doors, NOT rads ) require painting: - Hall stairs landing - 4 x bedrooms - living room - kitchen/dining/family room Room plan here : https...

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30 Jan

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Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

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Box room painting

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03 Jan

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Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Shaun R

Start Date: Less than one month

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 Are you looking for Interior Decorating: Yes Time scale: Less than one mo...

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23 Dec

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Akshay D

Start Date: Less than one month

4 bed mid terrace house need painting and gloss work labour only Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 5+ rooms ...

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10 Oct

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Lisa D

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydecoratingprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: Hall stairs and landing. Line and paint.

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04 Oct

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Ovo O

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: Walls to be painted in 1 bed ground floor flat. Bedroom

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16 Aug

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: L

Start Date: Immediate

External Windows excluding 3 by the conservatory. Front door and portico

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15 Apr

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: P

Start Date: Immediate

Painting all in same colour and repair of windows and gables – Prime, where bare wood, two undercoat and one gloss –or as Sikkens direct. Generally, do paint: a) concrete sills unless lifting, ...

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17 Mar

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Judy N

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydecoratingprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Removal of old wall paper and wooden panelling on the wall in the hallway...

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21 Feb

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: KYRI P

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydecoratingprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: We have a three bedroom house in Caterham. We are looking to have the upstairs...

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20 Feb

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Stacey T

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydecoratingprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: bedroom, hall/landing and all woodwork Are you the property owner: Owner of...

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03 Feb

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Trevor H

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydecoratingprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: emulsion bedroom in white. walls and ceiling

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05 Nov

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Maria T

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydecoratingprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Detached, Work description: This is a detached bungalow, owned by the City of London Corporation, Main liv...

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09 Oct

Painter | Interior

Caterham, Whyteleafe - CR3

Enquiry from: Melanie L

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydecoratingprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Full redecoration of lounge, small conservatory and hall.

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FAQs

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.

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.

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 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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