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S Jordan Decorating

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12 Dec

Painter | Interior

Southwell - NG25

Enquiry from: Paul H

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for painting & decorating and confirmed on email they would like a call with a decorator to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the p...

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27 Feb

Painter | Interior

Southwell - NG25

Enquiry from: Sue F

Start Date: Immediate

Skirtings; ceiling & walls. Lounge and bedroom

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07 Sep

Painter | Interior

Southwell - NG25

Enquiry from: John O

Start Date: Immediate

Interior Painter. Various rooms. Emulsion + stain skirting and doors. Would like to know daily rate please.

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26 Mar

Painter | Interior

Southwell - NG25

Enquiry from: Janice M

Start Date: Less than one month

Wallpaper and paint a large bedroom.

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17 Mar

Painter | Interior

Southwell - NG25

Enquiry from: Colin Y

Start Date: Immediate

1 bed flat. Decorate throughout. Materials already purchased, so labour only. Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Other How many rooms are you looking to have decorat...

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24 Sep

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG4

Enquiry from: Sharon N

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in the nottingham 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 y...

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12 Aug

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG7

Enquiry from: Lindsay P

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, I'm after a quote for painting the outside of two first floor sash windows. thanks, Lindsay

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01 Aug

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG16

Enquiry from: Rita J

Start Date: Immediate

Total hallway and landing walls painting. Woodwork, bannister, gloss work, 3 x doors, cubby hole.

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10 Jul

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG3

Enquiry from: Sylvia W

Start Date: Immediate

i have started stripping wallpaper off living room walls and have had to have hand surgery. i need walls preparing for painting (some loose plaster but have been told they don’t need plastering). wa...

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27 Apr

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG14

Enquiry from: Tony P

Start Date: Immediate

internal walls to be wallpapered with wallrock kv600 wallpaper are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 3-4 rooms are yo...

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13 Sep

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG2

Enquiry from: Andy T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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

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09 Mar

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG2

Enquiry from: Chris W

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for painting & decorating and confirmed on telephone, sms and email they would like a call with a decorator to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to q...

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16 Oct

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG4

Enquiry from: Daniel B

Start Date: Immediate

address provided is our current address as we are moving into a new build house 5 minutes down the road at the persimmon site, bardolph view. within this house we would like a professional wallpaperer...

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02 May

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG8

Enquiry from: Geeta K

Start Date: Immediate

need the whole house painting n 2 rooms wallpaper are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 3-4 rooms are you looki...

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30 Mar

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG5

Enquiry from: Samantha E

Start Date: Immediate

living room 1 wall wallpaper rest painting and stairs painting. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 3-4 roo...

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23 Jan

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG3

Enquiry from: Angela B

Start Date: Immediate

painting hallway and landing ceiling paint work 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 lo...

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18 Oct

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG2

Enquiry from: Laura D

Start Date: Immediate

walls ceilings and wood work painted throughout 3 bed victorian terrace house, average size, coving put up if possible are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached pr...

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16 Sep

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG2

Enquiry from: Susan B

Start Date: Immediate

wallpaper 1 small wall 4 strips are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: terrace are you looking to remodel the rooms: no do you require plumbing work: no are you looking ...

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15 Sep

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG3

Enquiry from: Silvia B

Start Date: Immediate

i have the paint need move in quick was wondering how much 3 bedrooms would cost to paint as i have 3 kids an impossible for me to do it are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property t...

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25 Jun

Painter | Interior

Nottingham - NG2

Enquiry from: Brian S

Start Date: Immediate

undercoat and top coat for double garage door

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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 Southwell is:

£1,500

Decorator job Decorator cost in 2024
Painting and decorating in Southwell £600-£920
Exterior painting and decorating in Southwell £900-£1,380
uPVC Window Spraying in Southwell £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 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?

The quick and simple answer to this question is yes, you can definitely spray upvc windows. The upvc looks incredibly great when new and still got that fresh look and smell to it, but like every other thing, with time it begins to fade and look dull. And once it starts to look scruffy there’s no going back no matter how much you cleaned or maintained it. Now instead of going for a replacement upvc windows which can be very costly, you can spend just a fraction of the replacement cost by spraying the upvc windows. The only instance where you’d not be able to paint your upvc window is if the upvc is new or just fitted. This is largely due to the fact that a special type of upvc paint is required. The upvc paint, generally, forms a type of seal and bonds itself to the upvc window. However, it has great difficulty binding to a new upvc but as a large extent of the upvc in the UK is established rather than new, this shouldn’t be a headache for most home and property owners.

 

Another common reason why people decide to update their upvc with painting is due to the sheer number of colours you can incorporate in the painting. With the wide range of available colours, home owners are spoilt for choices and would opt for the colour that’ll add further accent and style to their homes. What’s more? If you don’t find the specific colour you want in your provider’s catalogue, you can always ask for a mixed colour.

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.

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.

What’s the best time of year to carry out exterior painting and decorating?

Most companies will recommend that exterior painting and decorating is carried out in the summer months. However, advances in paint technology mean that some paints can be applied in low temperatures and even when it’s raining. Check the can for the best conditions in which to apply or ask a professionals advise.

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.

How should I prepare for interior painting and decorating work?

Your painter and decorator will carry out most of the preparation work for your project. You can help them by ensuring that the area is clean and tidy. Also, remove as many personal items and pieces of furniture from the area as possible and make sure all your internal doors are firmly closed just in case of dust from rubbing down.

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