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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 2025 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 2025
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 paint exterior window sills and frames?

How To Paint Exterior Window Sills And Frames?

Painting your exterior window sills and frames can be a very joyful and fun-filled activity if you know what you’re doing. It’s a task that can be completed in little time by an experienced DIYer, however if you do not have the confidence to pull off this project, then you’d be better off calling in a professional for help to avoid costly mistakes. In this guide, we’ll take you through the exterior window sills and frames painting process.

✓ Prepare the window sills and frames. This includes, brushing the surfaces with warm water and gentle soap, scrubbing the windows to ensure all the edges and cracks are free from all forms of dirt, rinsing it with water and use a soft, clean cloth to wipe off any excess liquid and finally, drying it off with a towel or leaving it to dry off by itself before you start to paint.

✓ Remove any signs of moulds and moss, fill in the cracks between frame and glass using a multi-purpose filler, sand the frame and wipe out any dirt or dust on or around it using a vacuum cleaner, a clean cloth or soft brush. Once done, you can then apply a coat of water-based primer and let it dry off before painting.

✓ Painting. Firstly, you’ll have to sand your primed windows to make an even, smooth surface and apply an undercoat evenly to the surface. Once completed, you can then apply at least 2 coats of paint using a quality brush. Make sure you sand the first layer carefully before you apply the second to get a great finish.

✓ Once dried, you can the finish with a top coat (make sure you go for a weather proof paint for the exterior). For the window sills, you’ll have to apply the exterior paint gently with masking tape around the edges to protect the walls from the dripping paint.

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.

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.

can i spray paint my garage door?

The quick and simple answer to this question is yes, you can definitely spray paint your garage door - be it timber, metal, composite or upvc. However, the major concern of most home or property owners about a painted finish is whether it’ll become vulnerable to wear and tear or resist it. Will the paint easily peel off at the slightest provocation or will it stand up to abrasion? The questions goes on and on. The answer to the questions showing concerns about the longevity of a painted finish depends largely on the quality of the application.

 

For a successful and effective spray painting project, there’s the need to prepare the surface. There some materials that’ll require priming, be it a special primer or a thinned version of the paint. There are also some surfaces that’ll need some light sanding. Overall, the primary aim of preparation is to provide a clean and ideal surface for the paint to bond to. This is the most important factor that determines whether the finish is going to last or not.

 

Painting your garage door can either be done as a DIY task or you can probably hire the services of a professional. To paint the garage door yourself, you can’t buy the same equipment as a professional firm, but you can as well use a brush. This option will leave brush marks especially on metal and upvc garage doors which makes it not so appropriate if you want to have a smooth and even finish. Professional companies are highly recommended for this type of project as they possess the experience and knowledge and skills required to deliver a top quality job that’ll help obliterate all concerns you might have about its longevity.

can you spray upvc doors?

If you happen to possess a upvc door, then you’re likely to notice two main things about about it. Firstly, it’s built to last and will most likely work perfectly well for several more years to come. Lastly, after just a couple of years, it’ll start showing signs of ageing - it starts to fade and becomes dull or discolour which is a problem that’s commonly identified with white plastic after some time and even more so when exposed to the sun and rain year in year out. Unlike back in the days where you’d have to replace your old upvc door due to discolouration, now you’d only have to repaint it which will only cost just a fraction of the price that would have been expended to get a replacement upvc door. By painting your upvc door, you’ll have it looking its best again while also adding to the curb appeal of your home.

 

Now painting of a upvc door is a very tricky and dangerous affair as it requires a lot of practice and any if proper care is not taken, you can easily inject yourself with paint. As a result, if you lack the skill or confidence required to carry out this task, then we’d strongly recommend you get in touch with a professional who can guarantee the best results the first time. If you wish to paint your upvc door, here are the four simple steps to it:

  1. Remove any door furniture
  2. Prepare the upvc door for the painting
  3. Select a paint that’ll work on upvc doors
  4. Decide on the finishing touches
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.

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.

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