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We are a small sized family run enterprise covering edinburgh , stirling . And surrounding areas - stonemasonry - tim...
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Carson Painting and Decor

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At Carson P & D we aim to provide a high quality of work at an affordable price. We cover most aspects of painting & decor...
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11 Mar

Painter | Exterior

South Queensferry - EH30

Enquiry from: William S

Start Date: Less than one month

Customer visited the myexteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Would like a quote for the gable end only Are you the property owner: Owner of t...

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03 Mar

Painter | Interior

South Queensferry - EH30

Enquiry from: Jade M

Start Date: Immediate

1 small bedroom walls painted and woodwork. 1 medium bedroom walls painted and woodwork.

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16 Sep

Painter | Interior

South Queensferry - EH30

Enquiry from: Marion M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Living room -old paper stripped,ceiling and woodwork painted and new paper hung. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached How many rooms are you looking to...

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25 Jul

Painter | Exterior

South Queensferry - EH30

Enquiry from: Rosemary 0

Start Date: Immediate

Home owner External staircase to be stripped back and painted Please call to appoint

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12 Apr

Painter | Exterior

South Queensferry - EH30

Enquiry from: Jean R

Start Date: 3+ months

Homeowner Exterior painter and decorator Property type: Terrace, Work description: Painting of harling front and back of house Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Are you looking ...

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11 Feb

Painter | Exterior

South Queensferry - EH30

Enquiry from: Terry O

Start Date: Immediate

DVSA Approved Manoeuvring Area yellow marking lines to be added to external area. Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Are you looking for any exterior decorating to be done: Yes De...

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09 May

Painter | Interior

Bonnyrigg - EH19

Enquiry from: Janette M

Start Date: Immediate

One bedroom,top hall,stairs and bottom hall painted white(over white,) on walls and ceilings in emulsion.and white satin gloss on all woodwork

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31 Oct

Painter | Interior

Oakbank - EH27

Enquiry from: Steven M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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

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03 Jul

Painter | Exterior

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Margaret M

Start Date: Immediate

exterior wall painting back house are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached are you looking to have the whole exterior of the property decorated: yes please call ...

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14 Jan

Painter | Exterior

Edinburgh - EH48

Enquiry from: Robert H

Start Date: Immediate

i know the heading says "external" but the work is wholly internal. paint the walls, skirting, door facings and window frames of a bedroom. are you the property owner: owner of the property property...

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03 Feb

Painter | uPVC Spraying

Dalkeith - EH22

Enquiry from: Martin S

Start Date: Less than one month

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painting of internal conservatory pvc window frames changing them from brown to white time scale: less than one month please call to appoint

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17 Aug

Painter | Exterior

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Donna S

Start Date: Immediate

soffits sanded, undercoated and painted are you the property owner: owner of the property are you looking to have the whole exterior of the property decorated: no property type: detached please call ...

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11 Nov

Painter | Interior

Bonnyrigg - EH19

Enquiry from: Ken S

Start Date: Immediate

strip existing wallpaper from living room ,3 bedrooms, hall and staircase. redecorate same (some painting of walls some wallpapering) are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi...

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29 Sep

Painter | Interior

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Jean B

Start Date: Immediate

full decoration i.e.painting of small 1 bed flat in shelter housing complex property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 3-4 rooms are you looking to remodel the rooms: no do...

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24 Jul

Painter | Interior

Loanhead - EH20

Enquiry from: Helen A

Start Date: Immediate

bedroom paper remov***ll papered with own p***lls with liner paper then emulsion and paintwork glossed are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms ar...

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08 Jun

Painter | Exterior

Oakbank - EH53

Enquiry from: Linda H

Start Date: Immediate

outside painting of our studio/outhouse and remediation paint work on our main house and chimneys. the house is a bungalow and the outhouse/studio is a single storey building. are you the property ow...

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01 Jun

Painter | Exterior

Oakbank - EH53

Enquiry from: Linda H

Start Date: Immediate

outside painting of our studio/outhouse and remediation paint work on our main house and chimneys. the house is a bungalow and the outhouse/studio is a single storey building. are you the property ow...

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13 Mar

Painter | Interior

Edinburgh - EH17

Enquiry from: Janek R

Start Date: Immediate

I need to painted 5 internal doors I’d like to get a quote

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17 Feb

Painter | Interior

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Irene D

Start Date: Immediate

need bathroom painted and roof and some gloss also around the shower needs new grout, also Half a kitchen paintedthe rest has tiles Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Ter...

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04 Feb

Painter | Interior

Edinburgh - EH54

Enquiry from: Alex R

Start Date: Immediate

Firstly, Newly refurbished kitchen needs walls and ceiling painted. Later living room and 2 bedrooms will need decorated.

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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 South Queensferry is:

£1,433

Decorator job Decorator cost in 2024
Painting and decorating in South Queensferry £600-£920
Exterior painting and decorating in South Queensferry £500-£1,440
uPVC Window Spraying in South Queensferry £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 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.

how to paint a ceiling?

How To Paint A Ceiling

If you’re a bit hesitant to take on the seemingly awkward task of painting your ceiling, you’re definitely not alone. However, there are ways in which you can make ceiling painting tasks one of the less strenuous tasks you’ll find around the house as they’ll help you get rid of most drips and also assist you to easily determine whether or not you’re covering the whole ceiling. In several cases, painting a ceiling simply means painting it white again and most same colour painting jobs are way easier than painting with a new colour entirely. When you have the right size of nap controller as well as the appropriate length of an extension pole, painting over your head will be a lot easier. Here’s how to paint a ceiling.

✓ Prepare the room. This include removing as many furniture and objects from the room as possible while also laying down plastic sheets on the remaining ones. And also cover the floor with paper or canvas drop cloths.

✓ Remove obstructions. Detach or remove everything that can make your work harder like light fixtures or smoke detectors.

✓ Protect surfaces. This includes protecting vertical surfaces like the windows and doors from ceiling paint.

✓ Prepare the ceiling. This involves vacuuming the ceiling to get rid of any dust or dirt, sanding any rough spots on the ceiling with a sandpaper and filling any small holes or cracks in the ceiling (optional).

✓ Prime the ceiling. Use an angled brush or paint edging tool or primer to cut in edges of the ceiling.

✓ Paint the edges of the ceiling. When the primer has dried, simply paint the edges of the ceiling to create a frame in which you can easily work in.

✓ Paint the ceiling in grids.

can you paint over wallpaper?

Can You Paint Over A Wallpaper?

According to some painting and decoration experts, painting over a wallpaper can never produce a result that’ll be as good as painting on a blank or naked wall. However in the event whereby there’s a pressing need to quickly beautify a room, it’ll be totally understandable if you don’t want to go through the hassle of the time consuming old wallpaper removal process.

Therefore, the short and simple answer to this question is yes, it’s absolutely possible to paint over a wallpaper and get a good outcome so far you don’t rush the process. To ensure your success if you want to paint over a wallpaper, there’s also the need to use the right tools and techniques. And just like any other DIY project, proper preparation before commencement is key.

If you’re going to paint over a wallpaper, many of the tools you’ll need to acquire are the standard painting and decorating products. This means that they can be easily procured at many DIY stores. To paint over a wallpaper, you’ll need a paint roller, top quality paint brushes, joint compound ( you’ll only need this in situations whereby your wallpaper is damaged or peeling), oil based primer, tape, sandpaper, paint ( can be water, solvent or oil based paints) as well as drop clothes ( for the protection of your furnitures).

As a rule of thumb, if you can easily remove the existing wallpaper, then you probably should before you start to paint the walls. However, if removing the wallpaper seems to be a pain or can significantly damage your wall, then it’ll be smart to simply paint over it. But before you proceed, you must also note that painting over the wallpaper will make it even harder to remove later in the future.

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.

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 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.

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.

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