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

Gyle Decorators

01383 616233

Rosyth, Fife, Scotland, KY11 2BD

We are a small Painters and Decorators company based in Edinburgh and Fife with more a great reputation that can take on any sized jobs. Gyle Painters and Decorators we are a fast clean reliable painting and decorating company with more than 12 years in business working in and around Edinburgh Fife. Our painting and decorating company can boast both many years of experience and many successfully completed projects. less

Simon Lorimer Painters & Decorators

028 9042 5699

Holywood, County Down, Northern Ireland, BT18 0PJ

Established in 1986 and holding accreditations from trusted companies, you know more you're in good hands with Simon Lorimer Painters & Decorators. We offer a range of decorating services from wallpapering to exterior painting. With our interior design services you can have your residential or commercial property looking exactly how you want it. Whether you need help with your colour scheme or complete project management, we've got the right service for you! less

D Birch & Son

015395 34838

Grange over Sands, Cumbria, North West England, LA11 7JA

Derek Birch started his painting and decorating business from home in 1961. His more son Neil joined him in 1978, and the business soon became D. Birch & Son. Derek has since retired but still takes an active interest in the business, helping out when necessary. The business is small, family run; employing 4 time served high class painters and decorators. We cover all aspects of decorating, specialising in wall covering and covings. less

Ramsay Clay

01484 420323

Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, HD1 5BQ

As a long established family firm we would have pleasure in quoting you for work more of the highest professional standard to be carried out by our dedicated team of decorators. We will happily give specialist advice on all aspects of painting and decorating, interior design specifications and colour and wallpaper selection. less

Homes & Gardens Maintained

07939 381411

Scarborough, North Yorkshire, Yorkshire and the Humber, YO12 5DT

Homes and Gardens are a Scarborough based business offering a complete interior more and exterior service to the highest excellence. Equipped with many years experience and a successful project portfolio, we guarantee an efficient and precise service from start to finish. Specialising in garden maintenance, home improvements and household restoration, our expertise and skill-set compensate the most professional and cost effective solutions to provide your home with fantastic upkeep assistance. less

Perry Walker Painting & Decorating

07956 306244

Loughton, Essex, East England, IG10 2AT

Welcome to P.Walker Painting & Decorating, we are a well established painting, more decorating and property maintenance company based in Essex. We offer a wide range of services that include, Paper Hanging, Airless Spraying, Painting, Plastering and much more, we offer these services for both the Domestic and Commercial sectors. On the following pages you will find a brief description of the company and the jobs we cover. less

Affordable Decorators

0117 345 9244

Bristol, South West England, South West England, BS1 6JZ

If you are thinking about home improvement, call us in and prepare to be amazed more as we work to transform your home by creating stunning interiors. We have many years of painting and decorating experience, enhancing homes across Bristol with highly professional decor. We are dedicated to giving your Bristol home the renovations you want by offering highly professional painting and decorating services at affordable prices. We have a long line of happy and satisfied customers throughout the local area. less

C Storey Decorating

01442 261654

Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, East England, HP2 5LF

I have been painting and decorating both residential and commercial properties more in and around Hemel Hempstead for over 25 years. I have built up a solid portfolio of loyal customers and a large percentage of my work comes from the recommendation of these customers. As you can see by my customers' comments, I provide a service that is both reliable and friendly. I always take pride in my work and make sure it is finished to the highest standard and at a competitive price. less

General Overhaul

07871 801686

Rugby, Warwickshire, West Midlands, CV22 5PN

Established for 10 years, we are a professional painting & decorating company more based in Rugby. All work is carried out with the customers needs in mind, from small to large project, we always ensure that all of our work is carried out with the upmost professionalism and to the highest standards as we pride ourselves on keeping our customers happy and delivering their requirements. less

Decor84YOU

07731 439431

Leyland, Lancashire, North West England,

Decor84you! aim to offer you an insight into the decorating services we offer more and will let you see the standards of work adhered to, visually through photo's kindly allowed by our customers to use and again by our customers comments and quotes. We are a contractor and offer our services at your home / premises. less

Ennis Stuart

0161 285 3948

Stockport, Greater Manchester, North West England, SK2 5DX

We offer Competitive Quality & are totally dedicated to offering a professional more service to the commercial, industrial & residential sector. From your initial contact with Stuart Ennis Painter and decorators, our aim is to offer you the best advice from the start. We listen to your decoration requirements & drawing on our 20 years experience within the industry, we are able to give recommendations that could avoid future problems, thus saving you time & money. less

Lambs Decorating Services

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1 Reviews

07796 718838

Wirral, Merseyside, North West England, CH49 7LE

My name is Danny, I am fully qualified with years of experience I cover all more aspects of painting and decorating and plastering and I have experience in projects from the smallest room to full conversions of luxury properties. less

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