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

Ace Painter & Decorators

0141 250 7859

Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland,

Ace Painting And Decorating, House Painters And Decorators is an established and more experienced painting and wall covering contractor in the Glasgow / Paisley area. We provide quality service to resident. Thanks to our 25-year experience in Painting And Decorating, we can provide a high quality painting and decorating service in Glasgow, Paisley that doesn't disappoint. Our painting projects are always carried out with great precision within a clean work environment. less

DP Mattinson

07920 281334

Morecambe, Lancashire, North West England, LA3 3SD

We are a highly experienced team of painters and decorators based in Morecambe, more Lancaster. No matter what sized property you have - commercial or residential - our hardworking team are happy to work on any sized job. We take a great deal of pride in our work and we've been trusted by some of the biggest names in UK business. Consistent attention to detail is what we believe sets us apart and our goal is to offer each and every one of our clients the very highest quality service. less

Final Decor

0161 789 6788

Swinton, Greater Manchester, North West England, M27 0HH

Thinking of re-decorating your property inside or out? Here at Final Decor, we more have many years of experience in providing quality painting and decorating services to residential and commercial customers throughout Manchester and the surrounding areas. less

Bettridge C E & Son

01744 26363

St Helens, Merseyside, North West England, WA10 6SL

C E Bettridge and Son Ltd was originally a painting and decorating firm it has more now expanded greatly to include all manner building works, maintenance and house refurbishment. Our decorating services, however, are still the best in the business with clients returning time and again over the years. We specialise in the decoration of Ecclesiastical and commercial properties but also we strongly value our private customers and quote for all jobs no matter how big or small. less

Abbotsinch Decorators

0141 887 8502

Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland,

Since then, we have been carrying out decorating services of the highest quality more for domestic, commercial and industrial customers, including exterior decorating, interior decorating and plastering. Our vast experience means that every customer is left satisfied with the service that they receive. We treat your home or business like our own. This means that on the completion of a job, we ensure that your property is left clean and tidy and that you are satisfied with the results. less

Choose Property Maintenance

020 8355 0964

Lee Green, South East London, London, SE12 8RU

Alan Hunter and his team offer customers in South East London a 'one stop shop' more service. We are called Choose Property Maintenance because we think it is worth investing in your primary asset to either maintain or maximise it's value. Our team are hand-picked and very experienced. They are qualified, reliable and friendly, offer a high quality of workmanship and give positive customer service. Unlike some builders, they are tidy - they even clean up after themselves! less

FRL Property Maintenance

07412 665530

Paisley, Renfrewshire, Scotland, PA3 1RB

FRL Property Maintenance covers Renfrewshire, Ayrshire, West Dunbartonshire more area, and many more. Thank you very much to FRL team! They repaired my fence and took care about my garden to make it tidy. I can truly recommend FRL team, simply because they are skilled professionals that care about their jobs in details. Once more - thank you very much. less

Antonello Painting & Decorating

020 8245 2179

Crouch End, North London, London, N8 9QL

Began to work in Italy restoring old and contemporary furniture and provided more general maintenance to woodwork only (windows, doors etc). Subsequently undertook bigger jobs including the decoration of large flats and houses. After 7 years of experience gained in the high demanding Italian market, moved to London, on request, to help refurbish a large 7 bedroom property in Streatham. Enjoyed London and worked here ever since. less

Curzon Decor

07799 846626

Streatham, South West London, London, SW16 3HP

Interior and exterior painting and decorating, painting walls and ceilings, more doors, windows and other features inside the house. We provide full surface prepartion, wallpaper removal, wallpaper hanging, plaster repair or full re plastering if requested. We can repair cracks and unevenness on your walls. We can make your skirting boards and door frames look new again by stripping all layers of old paint off and repair with epoxy. less

Fairways Decorators

01383 730012

Dunfermline, Fife, Scotland, KY11 8JB

Our family run business is establishing itself as one of Fife's premier more decorating firms and we are based in Dunfermline, Fife. Chris O'Reilly has over 25 years experience in the Decorating Trade and is a City and Guilds advanced craft qualified decorator. We recognise that all too often, standards in our industry have been dropped and compromised in many areas, which is why Fairways Decorators are rapidly earning a reputation as a Company that can be trusted to work to the standards you expect. less

Austen Decorators

023 8074 0369

Southampton, Hampshire, South East England, SO16 8AJ

As a painting and decorating contractor we have access to some of the South more Coast's best painters and decorators. Using one of our painters or decorators is your guarantee for an absolutely amazing finished paint job. We are based from Southampton in Hampshire and the majority of our work is within Hampshire or surrounding counties such as Wiltshire, Dorset or West Sussex. less

MK Exteriors

0113 268 2966

Leeds, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, LS10 2RU

At MK Exteriors we have 30 years experience in external coating services. We are more a leading supplier in bespoke wall coatings based in Leeds. We pride ourselves on excellent services and renovations to add value to your home. With a 15 year guarantee on all services, you can be sure of a professional and personal renovation of your property. less

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