A fresh lick of paint can make a huge difference to how your home looks and feels. On average, people tend to repaint their interior every three to five years. Here’s all you need to know about interior painting companies near you.
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Your questions answered about interior painting services near you
What is an interior painter called?
Interior painters are often referred to as painter and decorators.
While painters will mostly just use paint to improve a space, decorators might work with a range of materials as well as paint – such as wallpaper, mouldings and trims.
‘Painter and decorator’ is an umbrella term that includes both.
What do interior painters near me do?
An interior painter near you will do more than simply take to your walls with a paintbrush or roller.
One of the most important parts of the job is prep work. This includes protecting your floors and furnishings before painting. It also includes preparing the surface that’s going to be painted – for instance, filling holes and removing cracks or chips in the original paintwork.
As well as painting walls, an interior painter will generally paint woodwork in your home such as skirting boards and architraves.
What paint do professional decorators use?
Painters and decorators tend to use trade paint rather than DIY paint to carry out professional painting jobs.
Is trade paint really better?
Yes! Trade paint is much better quality than DIY or retail paint.
The main difference is that retail paint contains a manmade pigment, while trade paint contains a titanium pigment. This makes getting good coverage with fewer coats of paint much easier, especially if you’re using a light paint colour on a dark surface.
How often should you repaint a house?
As a rough guide, you should repaint the interior of your house roughly every five to seven years.
That said, some rooms may need painting more often, while others may be able to last longer.
For instance, kitchens, bathrooms and hallways often need painting closer to every two to four years. Meanwhile, bedrooms could last anywhere from two to eight years, depending on whose bedroom it is (kids’ bedrooms will normally need to be painted the most often).
Why hire interior house painters near me?
If your walls could do with a fresh lick of paint, you might wonder whether to tackle the job yourself or hire a professional.
There are tons of benefits to hiring interior house painters near you. Here are some of the main ones.
1. Save time
Painting your home can be extremely time-consuming, especially once you factor in all the prep work.
In fact, painting a 4 bedroom house will typically take seven to ten days when carried out by a professional. It could take even longer if you attempt it yourself!
Just think of all the things you could do with that time if you decide to leave the job to an interior painting company near you.
2. Reduce mess
Painting can be a messy job. If you haven’t properly protected your floors and furniture, there’s always a risk of splatters and spillages.
An interior painter near you will have the experience needed to prepare the space before painting thoroughly, and will be much less likely to have clumsy accidents.
If the worst happens, they should also be insured. So you won’t have to fork out expensive repairs or replacements for your belongings.
3. Professional finish
A professional interior painter will have the skills, tools and experience needed to complete your job to a high standard.
That means even coverage, no visible streaks or brush strokes, and neat cutting in around windows, skirtings and architraves.
A professional finish won’t only look great, but it will also give your paint job the best chance of standing the test of time.
4. Quality paint
Last but not least, interior painting companies near you will be able to advise you on the best paint for your needs, and will generally use high-quality trade paint.
Good quality paint will be able to withstand touching and scraping, and should take longer to chip than cheaper alternatives.
Unlike cheap DIY paint, it won’t bubble or peel in damp areas after just a couple of years. So, you’ll be able to avoid spending money on repainting your home for as long as possible.
How much should I expect to pay for painting a room?
How much it costs to paint a room will vary based on lots of different factors. These include the:
- Size of the room
- Type of paint
- Condition of the surface
- Your location
That said, as a rough guide, you’re looking at around £450 to paint a medium-sized room of around 4.5m by 4m. This includes the cost of labour and trade white paint.
How much does it cost to paint a 4 bedroom house in the UK?
Wondering how much it would cost to paint a 4 bedroom house?
The average 4 bedroom house typically takes around seven to ten days to paint. Meanwhile, the average painter and decorator day rate is around £325.
With that in mind, you could expect to pay roughly £2,000 – £4,000 to paint the interior of a 4 bedroom house.
Head over to our painter and decorator cost guide for more ballpark prices.
For an accurate cost for your project, we recommend getting 2-3 quotes.
How do I find reputable interior painters in my area?
Ready to freshen up your interiors? Then you’re probably wondering how to find reliable interior painting companies near you.
Here are our top tips.
Read reviews
Always check to see what other homeowners have to say about interior painters in your area.
That way, you can make sure to choose someone that others rate.
Get multiple quotes
It’s best to get at least three quotes for interior painting services near you.
This will allow you to get a feel for a range of different companies. Plus, you’ll be able to check that you’re getting a fair and competitive price for the work.
Ask about insurance
Be sure to check that any interior painters you’re considering have the right insurance. This will give you confidence that you’re protected in case something goes wrong.
All Checkatrade members must have up-to-date public liability insurance to get listed on the Checkatrade directory.
Get recommendations
Know a friend or family member who’s recently had their interiors painted? Why not ask them if they would recommend their painter?
Make sure to cross-reference any recommendations on Checkatrade, so you know they’ve also been checked and vetted by us.
Use Checkatrade!
At Checkatrade, all our tradespeople have to pass up to 12 checks and are regularly reviewed on everything from punctuality to professionalism.
Plus, when you book a trade through Checkatrade, their work is guaranteed for up to 12 months (exclusions and T&Cs apply).