Interior Painting Services

Interior painting transforms a room without the cost of renovation. Whether you need a single room refreshed or a full house repainted, find qualified decorators near you.

12 businesses offering this service

What does interior painting involve?

Interior painting covers walls, ceilings, woodwork, skirting boards and doors. A professional decorator will prepare surfaces first — filling cracks, sanding rough patches and priming bare plaster — before applying two coats of finish. Proper preparation is what makes the difference between a job that looks good for 6 months and one that holds up for 5 years.

What to expect from a professional

A good decorator arrives with dust sheets, fills and sands before touching a brush, and leaves the space clean. Expect a site visit before quoting — anyone pricing a room over the phone without seeing it is guessing. The visit should take 15-30 minutes and the quote should be written, itemised and include materials.

How much does interior painting cost in the UK?

Prices vary by region and property type but typical 2026 rates are: single bedroom £250–£400, living room £300–£500, full 3-bed house £1,800–£3,000. London rates run 20–30% higher. These figures include materials. Day rates for decorators range from £180–£280 depending on experience and location.

How to choose an interior painter

Check reviews for specific mentions of prep quality and tidiness — not just the star rating. Ask if they carry public liability insurance (minimum £1m cover). Request a written quote before agreeing anything. If the price seems unusually low, ask what preparation they plan to do — that is usually where corners get cut.

FAQs

How long does it take to paint a room?

A single bedroom typically takes one day for a competent decorator, including prep, two coats on the walls and a touch-up on the woodwork. Larger rooms or those needing significant repairs can take two days. A full 3-bed house usually runs four to six days depending on condition and how much woodwork is involved.

Do I need to move my furniture before the decorator arrives?

Move smaller items and valuables yourself beforehand. Most decorators will shift larger furniture into the centre of the room and cover it with dust sheets, but this takes time and is sometimes not included in the quote. Confirm before the job starts so there are no surprises on the day.

What paint should be used for interior walls?

A matt emulsion is standard for walls and ceilings in living rooms and bedrooms — it hides imperfections and is easy to touch up. Kitchens and bathrooms need a washable or moisture-resistant emulsion. Woodwork (skirting, doors, frames) typically gets a satinwood or eggshell finish, which is harder-wearing and easier to clean than matt.

Will I need to leave my home while the painting is done?

Rarely. Most interior decorating jobs use low-VOC water-based paints that dry quickly and have little odour. You can usually stay in the property, though you will need to keep clear of the room being worked on. If oil-based paints or specialist primers are being used, the decorator should tell you in advance — better ventilation will be needed.

Do interior painters offer any guarantee on their work?

Reputable decorators will typically guarantee their work for at least 12 months against peeling, flaking or uneven coverage caused by poor application. This does not cover normal wear or damage. Get the guarantee in writing as part of your quote. It is also worth checking whether the painter is a member of the Painting and Decorating Association (PDA), which has a code of conduct members must follow.

How do I get an accurate quote for interior painting?

Invite at least two or three decorators to visit the property before quoting. A proper quote should be itemised, listing labour and materials separately, and should specify the number of coats, the paint brand and whether prep work such as filling and sanding is included. Avoid any quote given over the phone without a site visit — it will almost certainly change once the decorator sees the actual state of the walls.

Interior Painting Services in

Alex Drexler Painter & Decorator

Alex Drexler Painter & Decorator

New Romney, Kent, South East England, TN28 8BU

Welcome to Alex Drexler Painter and Decorator, established in 2007, is now one of the most profesional painters and decorators in and around Kent. Providing profesional painting, decorating, wallpapering, freezes, facias, interior and exterior coatings. less

Bds (uk)

Bds (uk)

Liverpool, Merseyside, North West England, L34 1PP

BDS UK Ltd, established in 2002, is a specialist painting and decorating contractor working across the whole of the UK. We work for both the public and private sectors across a variety of different organisations such as The NHS, Her Majesties Prison Services, Local Authorities, Housing Associations, Schools, Colleges & Universities, Retail and Leisure & The UK's Major Airports. less

Chapple Interiors

Chapple Interiors

Prenton, Merseyside, North West England, CH43 9HJ

Whether you're looking for a painter and decorator to create a warm and cosy living room or a bright commercial office, we can do it. We are an approved member of ICI Dulux Select, are Trust Mark approved tradesmen and a member of 'Trust our Trader'. All these are testament to the high quality work and professional service we offer. Based in Burnham-on-Sea, Chapple Interiors can be of service for all of your decorating needs. less

Andy Spenceley

Andy Spenceley

Lancaster, Lancashire, North West England, LA1 4NT

As a member of the 'Dulux Select Decorators' you, as the customer, can be absolutely sure I will provide you the very best in painting and decorating, service and care of your home. Andy Spenceley Painting and Decorating services are offered to customers across Lancaster & Morecambe. Established in 1984 and City & Guild Trained, I can offer you every aspect of decorating. You don't have to lift a finger from day one through to hovering up at the end. less

Decomore Painting & Decorating

Decomore Painting & Decorating

Blackheath, South East London, London, SE3 8SR

Here at South London Painters and Decorators we specialize in commercial painting and decorating services. This includes offices, shops, schools, cinemas, restaurants and more. Over the years we worked for hundreds of commercial customers! Give your business a new, beautiful look - it's easy with our honest and reliable employees! less

TM Decorating

TM Decorating

London Colney, Hertfordshire, East England, AL2 1ER

We're firm believers that you're only as good as your last job. While the quality of workmanship in the industry as a whole can be changeable, at TM Decorating, we complete every job to an exceptional standard. You might think one decorator in St Albans or Harpenden is very much like the next, but we do our damndest to differentiate our services with our exacting, dedicated and conscientious approach. less

Pro Dec (South West)

Pro Dec (South West)

Gloucester, Gloucestershire, South West England, GL2 2AL

As we continue to expand, we are always looking for new painters and decorators to join our rapidly expanding team. Prodec Southwest is based in Gloucester and will require you to work in and around Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and some of the surrounding areas in the Gloucestershire region. You must be able to achieve the highest standards of work on all our contracts and developments. less

Clive Campion Painter & Decorator

Clive Campion Painter & Decorator

Redditch, Worcestershire, West Midlands, B97 5AN

Clive Campion has gained a superb reputation for being a high quality painter and decorator. Clive is focused on providing decorating services with the highest levels of customer satisfaction - Clive will do everything he can to meet your expectations. less

Simon Santucci Decorators

Simon Santucci Decorators

Exmouth, Devon, South West England, EX8 2QN

Simon Santucci and his team are Dulux Select Approved Painter and Decorators in Exeter, Exmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth and Topsham. Simon has over 27 years of experience within the Painting and Decorating industry and his eye for detail and quality of work has earned him an established reputation for excellence from new customers as well as old. less

Primrose Painting

Primrose Painting

Royston, Hertfordshire, East England, SG8 5BN

Primrose Painting is a well-established painting and decorating company delivering high quality, professional, painting and decorating services in and around Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and areas of London. Our painters are both highly skilled and committed in providing you with the best possible service. less

Barrmuir Property

Barrmuir Property

Ayr, South Ayrshire, Scotland, KA7 1SQ

If you are about to make an insurance claim or have just made a claim for fire flood or storm damage, we can help. We will survey all the damage and provide a list of recommended repairs on a schedule with costs to your insurer. Negotiate and agree repairs, undertake and project manage all building works with highly experience tradesmen which will ensure your property back to its previous condition. How would Barrmuir benefit you? less

JBS Professional Decorating

JBS Professional Decorating

Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, East England, LU7 1SF

All our tradesman are fully qualified and insured giving you that proffesional finish you are looking for. We cover Leighton Buzzard, Milton Keynes, Dunstable and all surrounding villages. We also travel across the UK for large commercial contracts. Every aspect of interior and exterior decorating is covered to a very high standard. less

Search PaintersDecoratorsAround.co.uk
Need a Quote?

Get free quotes from verified local businesses

Get Free Quotes