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01 Sep

Painter | Interior

Kinross - KY13

Enquiry from: David M

Start Date: Immediate

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repair a crack and bulge in a kitchen celling which i rent out. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms...

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24 Jan

Painter | Interior

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Murray K

Start Date: Immediate

customer in inverness area has requested that we arrange quotes for their painting & decorating project.dr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a decorator directly.please ca...

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20 Jan

Painter | Interior

Alness - IV17

Enquiry from: Catrina D

Start Date: Less than one month

customer in alness area has requested that we arrange quotes for their painting & decorating project.miss are considering various options and would like to discuss with a decorator directly.please cal...

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10 Jul

Painter | Exterior

Dingwall - IV7

Enquiry from: Dave M

Start Date: Immediate

brand new summer house needs painting in 2 colours we have the paint. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached are you looking to have the whole exterior of the proper...

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18 Jan

Painter | Interior

Aviemore - PH22

Enquiry from: Gordon R

Start Date: Immediate

2 Storey,2 bedroom mid terrace house. External painting of Windows, doors and gutter facia. All labour, prep work and materials for 2 coats of paint and removal of debris.

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04 Oct

Painter | Exterior

Fort William - PH33

Enquiry from: Stephen D

Start Date: Immediate

the eves (which go up in an inverted v) at both the far ends of my bungalow need recoating in sadolin mahogany. the small inverted v at the top of the front porch also needs recoating. (the rest of t...

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28 Aug

Painter | Exterior

Fort William - PH33

Enquiry from: Stephen D

Start Date: Immediate

my house at fraoch, kinlocheil, by fort william *** has concrete walls but there are eaves at either end wall which need recoating with sadolin mahogany wood stain. only the eaves on the end walls nee...

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25 Aug

Painter | Interior

Inverness - IV3

Enquiry from: Michael T

Start Date: Immediate

customer in the inverness area made an enquiry a couple of projects including painting & decorating.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are yo...

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17 May

Painter | Interior

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Emma R

Start Date: Immediate

one wall round fireplace approx 3m width 2m height are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms are you looking to...

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27 Apr

Painter | Interior

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Elaine M

Start Date: Immediate

painting 3 bedrooms in small guest house, needs to be done before mo*** may. property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 3-4 rooms are you looking to remodel the rooms: no...

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31 Mar

Painter | Exterior

Muir of Ord - IV6

Enquiry from: George M

Start Date: Immediate

top wood of house painted bungalow not the windows

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23 Sep

Painter | Interior

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Marion M

Start Date: Immediate

looking to get my living room decorated are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other are you looking to remodel the rooms: no do you require plumbing work: no are you look...

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21 Sep

Painter | Interior

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: Sigrunn B

Start Date: Immediate

strip wall paper, line walls, paint walls and ceiling including wood. 2 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, hall and stairs are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many rooms...

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19 May

Painter | Exterior

Inverness - IV2

Enquiry from: John D

Start Date: Immediate

external bargeboards/soffits to be sanded, undercoated and glossed white on previously painted woodwork. two gable ends of a bungalow. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: ...

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07 Mar

Painter | Interior

Fort William - PH33

Enquiry from: Samantha S

Start Date: Immediate

Hello,I would love a quote or estimation of having my near teenage sons room re done - he is a PS4 fanatic so would like a gamer room effect. I am wanting each room of the house done but of course wit...

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05 Apr

Painter | Interior

Fort William - PH33

Enquiry from: Margaret T

Start Date: Immediate

Paint kitchen walls and wood work and ceiling

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06 Feb

Painter | Interior

Nairn - IV12

Enquiry from: Daniel C

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05 Feb

Painter | Interior

Inverness - IV63

Enquiry from: R C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

How many rooms do you need painting? 3-4 So, where is the work taking place? Internal Refresh of walls / ceilings in Dulux Trade natural hessian. Refresh of doors, frames and some window frames/sills...

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05 Feb

Painter | Exterior

Inverness - IV63

Enquiry from: R C

Start Date: 3+ months

What requires painting? House So, where is the work taking place? External 3 bedroom house (2 storey) requires painting of external woodwork, most of which is on the second floor.

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26 Sep

Painter | Interior

Inverness - IV3

Enquiry from: Angela K

Start Date: Immediate

Plastering, painting and skimming a ceiling, generally speaking Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached Are you looking to remodel the rooms: No Do you require Plumbi...

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How much do Decorator services cost?

How much do Decorators charge? Prices for Decorators in 2024 can differ depending upon the sort of task that you need to have carried out in your house. It's the question we receive asked a great deal "how much do Decorators charge?".

Are you planning to hire the services of a decorator for your home or property? If yes, then you’d probably want to know just how much a professional will charge to help get your project over the line. While some home and property owners may prefer to take care of the decorations themselves, there are a number of benefits you stand to derive by calling in a reliable decorator. Not only will you be able to achieve the look and feel you want for your space, but you’d also get more options and varieties to choose from. In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight into decorator charges in the UK to help you make informed decisions moving forward. Let’s take a look!

Firstly, it should be noted that there are a lot of factors that determines the price charged by decorators to complete a project. These factors include the difficulty of the task, the materials required, the location of the property, the qualification and experience of the decorator and lots more. For example, if you happen to reside in the South East ( especially London), you can expect to pay a higher fee than other areas in the country such as Scotland, Northern Ireland and more.

In general, to hire a decorator in the UK will cost you within the range of £17 to about £30 per hour. However, it should also be noted that you can come across a number of methods of determining cost such as per hour, per day, per M2 or even per bedroom.

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The average price
of a Decorator in Highland is:

£1,500

Decorator job Decorator cost in 2024
Painting and decorating in Highland £600-£920
Exterior painting and decorating in Highland £900-£1,380
uPVC Window Spraying in Highland £150-£4,500

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Decorator FAQs

What questions should I ask a decorator?

Hiring a decorator for your project always seem easy until you get started. With a wide range of decorators available today, it can be quite tricky separating the boys from the men and selecting the right tradesman for your unique project. There are a number of things to put into consideration, questions to ask and lots more to ensure your decorating job is awarded to the right tradesman. In this post, we’re going to give you an insight on some of the essential questions to ask to make sure the prospective decorator is a good match. Let’s take a look!

  • What qualifications do you possess? With the pool of decorators around in the industry today, qualifications are needed to help you determine the true specialists. A qualified decorator gives you an assurance (to some extent) that a quality work would be done to your requirements. Decorators, generally, can earn a degree which includes course work in architecture and are also licensed.
  • How do you help me identify and communicate my style to you? If you have an idea and know what you want for your space, a good decorator should be able to get it out of you by showing you pictures and asking questions which can vary widely.
  • Do you have examples of previous work that are similar to my project in style, scope as well as budget? A decorator that answers yes to this question is a good indicator that they can handle your project. If they don’t, you can ask for pictures of projects they feel is quite similar to yours
how to spray uPVC windows?

Over the years, UPVC spray painting has grown to become a standard practice. Previously, what was done when people wanted to change the colour of their UPVC window is simply to replace the old ones. However compared to the cost of replacing the units, it’s actually a lot easier to simply have your UPVC windows sprayed and even more importantly, at just a fraction of the replacement cost. If you’re thinking about spraying your upvc windows, then you’ve come to the right place! In this post, we’re going to take you through the entire process. However, if you lack the confidence needed to pull this off, we’d strong advise that you get in touch with a professional to avoid make costly errors or mistakes.

 

The first step to successful upvc window spraying is always to make sure that the upvc is properly cleaned by removing any loose dirt and residue, getting rid of any muck and grime which has developed over the years. You can also abrade the surface in a very light manner to leave upvc frames with a key to make the paint adhesions stronger. Once you’re done with the preparation, the obvious next step is masking off. This process requires you to protect the walls, glass, floors and brickwork from any potential over spray. To achieve this, you can make use of masking papers.

 

Upon completion of the masking off process, then its time to spray paint the upvc windows using a spray gun and spray painter. This requires a lot of practice as it could be very dangerous as you can inject yourself with paint, which can be seriously fatal.

can you spray upvc windows a different colour?

The quick and simple answer to this question is yes, you can definitely spray upvc window with a different colour. In fact, this represents a much more cost effective mean of changing the upvc windows colour. Back in the days people used to simply replace their upvc windows, doors, fascias, gutters, garage door conservatories and the likes which is actually a much costlier option.

 

Generally, upvc window frames are known to have a lengthy lifespan, however the common misconception is that the colour you pick originally and install is the colour you’d have to keep till you have them replaced. Typically, people will have white upvc windows, however in recent times there has been more colours coming on in the market such as anthracite grey, black, brown and many more when it comes to replacing. However, replacing your upvc window frames come with a greater associated expenses, building works, a lot of hassle as well as mess. As a result, there has been a significant increase in the number of people looking for upvc painting and recoloring as this costs a lot less than replacing existing frames up to 80% in several cases. From the savings that’ll be made by spraying and painting upvc window frames, it makes absolutely little sense replacing the frames. Therefore, it’s highly recommended to have your upvc windows sprayed and painted by an experienced professional who can guarantee the best results the first time.

how to prepare exterior walls for painting?

How To Prepare Exterior Walls For Painting?

For a great and smooth exterior finish, preparing the walls before painting is crucial. A great painting job melts the heart and even more so if its done by you. This is a relatively easy task that can be completed without much hassle by an expert DIYer. However if you lack the needed confidence to pull off your exterior wall painting preparation task, then hiring the services of a reliable professional who can guarantee the best result would be your best bet. In this step by step, we aim to take you through the steps involved in preparing exterior walls for painting.

Before you get started, you need to make sure you have the necessary tools in place. These includes a filler and filling knife, sandpaper, soap, sponge, wide paint brush, masking tape as well as drop sheets.

✓ Ensure a smooth surface with a filer and sanding. This includes removing and replacing any rotten or decaying timer, proper sanding as needed, scraping off of peeling areas with sanding and filling of cracking areas with the help of exterior grade filler. Once the above is completed, you can then proceed to filling any holes or cracks in your exterior surface with a top quality exterior filler ( the application should be done with a putty knife).

✓ Cleaning. With the help of a quality and soft brush, clear out the dirt and cobwebs on the exterior’s surface. Then wash the walls with a good detergent to remove any remaining dirt and grease. You can use a bristled brush and a high pressure cleaner to make the process easier.

✓ Mask the area. This involves using a top quality masking tape along the edges you do not wish to paint and pushing the tape’s edges down firmly in such a way to get straight edges.

can sliding upvc doors be spray painted?

If you’re planning to get a stair lift to be fitted in your home or property, one of the first things you’ll have to consider is whether your staircase is straight or curved as this would be the primary determinant of the stairlift type you’d go for. If you happen to have a curved staircase, you’d need to purchase a curved stairlift as only this can be fitted. Once you’ve identified the type of stair lift you need, then the next step is to determine the price to purchase and install such unit. In this post, we’re going to give you an idea of curved stairlift prices in order to help you make the best informed decisions possible. Let’s take a look!

Unfortunately, a quick and simple answer can’t be provided to this question as there are so many factors that influences the price of a curved stairlift. The bespoke nature of installing the necessary equipment is the main reason why the amount of new curved stairlifts greatly varies in the UK as well as the amount and complexity of the work required. For instance, if you purchase a curved stair lift with an intermediate landing, you’ll have to customize the track of the stair lift to fit your stairs which will make it a lot more expensive than ones without an intermediate landing.

With these in mind, providing an upfront and accurate estimate of a curved stairlift cost would be hard. As a result, this question can only be answered accurately taking into account all relevant factors by an expert after which they pay you a home visit. They’ll take into account whether  any existing fixtures and fitting will have to be removed or perhaps there’s a need for a custom feature to be installed and lots more.

how much to paint a house exterior?

How Much To Paint A House Exterior?

Do you feel your home is need of a lift to enhance its visual appeal or give it some TLC? In order to impress your visitor or potential buyers, kerb appeal is simply everything. Many homeowners are usually discouraged due to the thought that a painting job is always an expensive one with not so much value in return. However, in reality, painting your home’s exterior is actually one of the most significant improvements one can make as it tells your story and communicates your value.

The cost of getting a house exterior painting job done is based on a number of things which includes the type of walls you possess, whether it’s a maintenance project, whether it’s your first time of painting the house as well as your location. So what’s involved in a painting job?

✓ Scrapping off the loose paint.

✓ Brushing off cobwebs and dust on the surface

✓ Washing the wall

✓ Application of fungicide to mouldy patches

✓ Repairing minor damages

✓ Applying paint surface stabiliser

✓ Applying two coats of your chosen paint

✓ Disposal of waste as well as a full clean up of the site.

Below is a breakdown of the cost of painting the exterior of a house. Kindly note that this is just an example (using a semi detached house) to give you an idea of how much your project is going to cost.

✓ Costly scaffolding isn’t required here but platform towers can be need - this will cost about £80 to £100.

✓ Materials including sand or cement for repairs, plastic sheeting, tape, paint, masonry stabiliser as well as fungicide treatment will cost about £200 to £300

✓ Cost of labour for two workers £700 to £1000 based on the location

how to paint exterior door?

How To Paint Exterior Door?

The front or exterior door is an excellent way to add to your house’s visual appeal. You choose to add a little style, think outside the norm and stand out in a lot of ways.

The front door or exterior door is what your guests are going to first come in contact with and can go a long way to shape their impression about you. It’s also one of the very things that grabs attention when looking at a house from a distance. So if you’re going to paint it yourself, you should know there’s no room for errors. However, if you’re not confident enough then we’d recommend you hire the services of a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results for help. Here’s some top painting advice aimed at helping you getting the project done in a quick and easy manner.

✓ Prepare the front door. Detach the doors from the hinges ( you may decide not to completely detach the door). However, there’s the need to tape off and protect the exposed hardware or windows if you won’t be detaching the door completely before painting.

✓ Start to paint the front door. Use a brush to run along the taped area to create a frame in which the roller can easily work in. What’s more? If the exterior door is metal or fibreglass, you can create a more natural look by painting in the direction that would be on a wood door.

✓ To fill and refine your front door painting, you can simply roll the paint directly on the surface for a flat one-panel door. However, if it’s a panelled door, then you’ll have to first make use of your brush to paint the inlaid regions before using the roller on the flat, outer regions.

how much does uPVC spraying cost?

If you’re thinking about spraying your upvc, then one of the first things that naturally comes to mind is the price of completing such a task. If you’re also interested in determining the price, then you’ve come to the right place! In this post, we’re going to take a look at the total cost involved in UPVC spraying.

 

First and foremost, it must be stated that UPVC spraying is an industry that’s highly competitive. And as you would have guessed the prices are largely influenced the experience and reputation of the company you opt for. In other words, the new entrant companies are usually the cheapest but their works are not particularly the best. Therefore, for a high quality job, it’s always recommended to make use of a well established and highly reputable company in the industry.

 

If you’re going to hire a vastly experienced and reputable firm in the industry, then you should budget about circa £140 to £160 per window, circa £210 to £250 per door and frame, circa £260 to £300 for a large garage door and circa £600 to £800 for a three bed semi detached house.

 

These prices include materials, labour as well as other related costs. However, you should note that they’re only estimated prices and you’ll have to call in a professional in order to get a more accurate quote. If you’re looking to paint all the UPVC in your home, there are usually discounts that will be provided based on the work load. What’s more? If there’s a need for scaffolding, then there can be a bump up in the price.

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