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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
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 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.

what kind of paint to use on exterior brick?

What Kind Of Paint To Use On Exterior Brick?

If you’re thinking about painting your exterior brick, you’d probably be wondering the kind of paint that’ll be most suitable for the project. If yes, you’re definitely not alone! Bricks are widely known for being notoriously difficult to paint due to their porousness and can also absorb paint. However, if you’re able to purchase the right type of paint and carefully prepare for your home’s brick exterior, you can make the process a whole lot more easier and cleaner while also giving your home a lot more updated look. It’s usually cheap, appealing and even protects your bricks from the elements which makes it even more durable.

The best type of paint to purchase is the elastomeric paint which provides the highest level of longevity. It’s actually more expensive than acrylic paint but it clearly outworks 100% acrylic paint by double in terms of both effectiveness and efficiency. The elastomeric paint is also super resistant to cold, heat as well as sunlight which makes it perfect for outdoor application. What’s more? It’s also dense enough to fill in cracks in the bricks but in such cases you might need to apply two coats. Overall, if you happen to stay in an inclement weather prone region, an elastomeric paint will help protect your home’s brick surface.

However, if you’re on a tight budget you can also consider getting an acrylic latex paint. This is a lot cheaper than elastomeric paint, but it’s also a great painting option for exterior bricks as it permits moisture to leave the bricks’ surface and helps to prevent mildew. Furthermore, you’ll only need to apply just a coat of acrylic paint.

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.

What sort of jobs will an interior painter and decorator carry out?

Interior painters and decorators will offer a wide range of services. These range from painting and wallpapering to other decorating jobs such as fitting skirting or architrave. Some painters and decorators will be trained to plaster as well, however, you should always ask them about this and not assume they will all be able to.

how to paint exterior walls?

How To Paint Exterior Walls

Painting of exterior walls is a value adding task which can be done by any competent DIYer. So if you’re confident enough to pick up a brush and roller, then all you need to do is to follow the instruction in this step by step guide and you’d be glad you did. Painting your exterior walls yourself can save you lots of money that would rather have been spent on hiring the services of a professional painter and decorator. However, if you don’t feel confident enough to pull this off, then it’s advisable to call in a reliable painting specialist who can guarantee the best results for help. Here, we’ll take you through the needed steps to complete the painting of your exterior walls.

✓ Surface Preparation. This involves protecting all fencing and exterior wall component that’s not to be painted with a drop cloth or masking tape. You’ll also need to completely wipe out any dust before you start to paint a plaster surface. If it’s a previously painted wall, you’ll also need degrease it and remove or scrape off any loose areas of the plaster.

✓ Priming. This involves preparing the primer as instructed in the manufacturer’s guide. Then start to prime the surface by using a brush or a small paint roller to prime the corners, little items as well as all surfaces that are difficult to reach. Once done, then you can tackle the larger surfaces using a larger paint roller.

✓ Painting. To start painting your exterior walls, you’d have to prepare the product first by missing it thoroughly as instructed in the manual. Once done, you can repeat the same process as given in the priming stage above using your paint this time. Once done, you can decide to apply a second layer within a minimum of 4 hours after applying the first layer.

what insurance does a painter need?

What Insurance Does A Painter Need?

As a painter, you’re most likely going to require three forms of insurance which includes public liability, income protection as well as tool insurance. However, you should take note that outside these three, there are also several other forms of insurance whose relevance will only be determined by the nature of your business. Now let’s take a closer look into the three most important forms of insurance for painters.

✓ Public liability. What’s surprising here is the fact that many painters are actually aware that they should have a public liability insurance, but only a few really knows what it actually covers. Essentially, what a public liability insurance does is to protect you in the event whereby you messed up and some else suffers a loss as a result of your actions. Third parties can suffer a property damage or personal injury as a result of your negligence. It does not in any way cover the damages to your own property or injuries suffered by you or your staff.

✓ Income protection. As a subcontractor or self employed painter, you’ll be in the best position to know that if you don’t work, there’ll be no money for you. And with no sick leave and possibly no workers’ compensation, then financial problem looms. But not to worry, you can protect yourself from this risk by getting an income protection insurance.

✓ Tool insurance. It’s always a terrible feeling when you go to the site only to discover your tools such as ladders, spray guns, trestles and equipment are suddenly no where to be found. Upon discovery of this situation, you’ll start thinking about the cost of replacing all the tools. With a tool insurance, you can be protected against these sort of situations whereby your tools are stolen, damaged and lots more.

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