
NIGEL COLTON QUALITY PAINTER AND DECORATOR
Based: in Leicester, LE18 1FNLatest review
Jim W., NN3
Painter | Interior in Northampton
Polite and pleasant. 40 years in the job. Good information from him of paint and colours
Interior painting can be a very inexpensive way to rejuvenate the interior of your home. Painting is sometimes performed as a DIY project, but expert painters and decorators can assure an immaculate appearance and make sure that your decoration will last as long as possible.
The primary element to successful painting is planning. Carefully choose a paint shade or consider using two shades to make an accent wall. Additionally think about the finish, as paints will come in several finishes such as gloss, satin, egg shell or matte. Gloss and satin will be more durable in high traffic spaces. There is a vast variety of suppliers and paints available to buy so it's a good idea to to look around to choose the paint that's perfect for your area.
Interior painters and decorators can present you with lots of guidance about paint and help you choose the best colour scheme for your internal spaces.
The average cost of a Painting and decorating is £800. Costs vary based upon the materials and the contractor chosen. The upper price range can be as high as £920. The material costs are mainly around £200
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We noted 11,894 requests for property quotations within Leicester. Of these quote requests the amount of painting and decorating quotes within Leicester was 30. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these customers with up to four suitable installers who were available for work in Leicester during that time. Request a free house survey from reputable companies in Leicester.
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Leicester has the 10th greatest population in England, based in the East Midlands and lying about the River Soar. The city retains much of its Roman past, such as streets, baths and a military outpost. With 40% of the populace comprised of immigrants, there was call for more properties, leading to plenty of modern-day plans.
Polite and pleasant. 40 years in the job. Good information from him of paint and colours
Excellent service from Match Decorating. Will certainly recommend
felt low quote and would do good job
I have decided not to go ahead at this time as rethinking the work required.
Leicester - LE5
Enquiry from: Jaymal M
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hi i’m looking for a wallpaper installer for my living room are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms are ...
Leicester - LE2
Enquiry from: Rebecca S
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ive just moved in i need my living room, dining room, hallway and 2 bedrooms and bathroom painting are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached how many rooms are ...
Leicester - LE5
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2 walls in the kitchen need plastering few cracks need filling and whole kitchen and ceiling needs painting are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace are you looking to ...
Leicester - LE4
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wallpaper installed, wallpaper already purchased, one average sized living room to be fully papered are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: other how many rooms are you looking to...
Leicester - LE1
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I am looking for a quote to paint the walls & ceiling of my mums ***rox, lounge
Leicester - LE2
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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...
Leicester - LE3
Enquiry from: Annie M
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i need my house wallpapered are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 3-4 rooms are you looking to remodel the...
Leicester - LE2
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one wallpaper to be taken out and put a new wallpaper on top are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms are y...
Leicester - LE5
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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you looking for interior decorating: yes other forms: none pleas...
Leicester - LE2
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I need Painting doing in my bedroom asap
Leicester - LE3
Enquiry from: James R
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Bedroom 14' by 10' emulsion walls gloss skirting boards and door. The walls have just been skimmed 3 weeks ago Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Semi detached How man...
Leicester - LE3
Enquiry from: Michaela B
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one bedroom flat in New Parks area. Lounge is stripped but walls need slight filling and sanding and then painting. Bedroom and small hallway need stripping and painting if plaster is ok. Architrave...
Leicester - LE9
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Painting glossing Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Semi detached How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms Are you looking to remodel the rooms: N...
Leicester - LE1
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We are a Letting business requiring a three bed duplex flat to be repainted throughout.
Leicester - LE2
Enquiry from: Jane S
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Strip walls re paper and paint ceiling cupboard door and skirting board Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Are you looking to remodel the rooms: No Do you require Plumbing Work: No Are...
Leicester - LE9
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The spare bedroom need slight wall filling and painting. The ceiling needs to be painted
Leicester - LE9
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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Interested in Interior Decorating Quote: Yes Other Forms: Kitchen Design & Installation Agreed to recieve quotes for selected products: Yes Please cal...
Leicester - LE8
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Leicester - LE9
Enquiry from: Sarah T
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached How many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 3 Rooms Are you looking for Interior Decorating: Yes Time scale: 1-3 m...
Leicester - LE3
Enquiry from: Caroline W
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 5+ rooms Are you looking to remodel the rooms: No Do you require Plumbing Wor...
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You should always wait until plaster is dry before painting. The time this will take varies depending on the room and property, but in general, it will take about a week. Your plasterer will tell you how long it is best to leave it before covering or painting their work.
How To Prep Walls For Painting
This is exactly the part of a wall painting job that can make or mar the whole project. To ensure that your paint project doesn’t end up being disastrous, the most important place to start is from room preparation which includes cleaning, sanding as well as priming the walls before painting. Not every wall will require to go through all the preparation steps as all walls are unique and some are in better conditions than others. However, it’s advisable to thoroughly inspect the surfaces before you proceed to painting and take the necessary actions where required.
This is a very simple DIY job that should be completed in little time, however it’s also perhaps the most important step of the entire painting project. Hence, if you lack the confidence to pull this off, then we’d recommend employing a painting expert who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’ll should you how you can prepare your wall for painting.
✓ Cleaning. There is no single best way to properly clean a wall, but most walls will be just fine with a sponge and warm water. For walls that have been stained with oil or grime such as kitchen walls, you can apply grease cutting detergent and water mixture to wash and follow up with warm water to clean the residues and a damp cloth wiping to finish it off. Then leave to dry off properly.
✓ Remove mildrew. Wipe out mildrew using a sponge and solution that’s three to four parts water to one part bleach. Apply this solution and scrub the affected surface with a soft brush.
✓ Sanding. This step is only meant for walls with rough spots on its surface. Dull the uneven spots with a sandpaper, wipe away the dust and leave to dry. Use a fine grit sandpaper to sand the surfaces and let it dry properly.
✓ Priming. Prime the wall to get the most out of your paint. They work to disguise imperfections and create a smooth surface on which you can work on.
How Much Do Painters And Decorators Charge?
If you’re thinking about painting your home or property, then one of the first things that crosses the mind is the amount charged by painter or decorators to carry out the project. However just like any other home improvement projects and as with most tradesmen, the amount charged by a painter and decorator largely varies from job to job depending on a plethora of factors. These factors include your location, the urgency at which you need the job done and whether or not a specialist equipment would be required.
For painters and decorators, one of the biggest influencing factors that determines the price to be charged is the size of the room. For instance, if you have a large room to be painted, it’s definitely going to cost you more than a smaller room. And same applies to multiple rooms when compared to single room. In other words, to get a more accurate cost estimate from your tradesman, you’ll need to have a good idea of the size of your room or rooms. So let’s take a closer look!
✓ Painting a mid-sized room. The question here is, how do you know if your room is medium sized? The room will have a size of about 3.5m by 5m or a room that can conveniently allow up to 6 to 8 people. The price range is between £240 to £410.
✓ Wallpapering a mid-sized room. This uses the logic as painting a mid-sized room but the price can differ due to difference in materials used. The price range here is between £204 to £420.
✓ Painting a large ceiling. Painting a ceiling is very similar to painting a wall but its not as straightforward and will consume more time. The price ranges from £286 to £5476.
How Much For A Painter To Paint A Room?
If you’re looking to have your room painted, it’s only normal to get an idea of how much it’s going to cost so you can set a budget and start planning. As you would have expected, the cost of having a room painted is dependent on a wide array of influencing factors such as the size of your room, the type of paint to be used, your location and many more. As a result, providing a single and accurate answer to this question is almost impossible.
Generally, a regular 4 metres by 3 metres room will take just a couple of days to be fully painted including both the coving and woodwork. Outside London, most painters and decorators would charge within the range of £150 to £200 per day meaning that you’ll have a total labour cost within the range of £300 to £400. What’s more? You’d also have to consider the price of the paint to be used which is usually around £50. If you add all the costs together you’ll get an average cost of about £400 to £500.
Unfortunately, paint does not last an eternity. Therefore, there’ll come a time where you’d have to consider painting your room all over again. It may seem unwise to employ the services of a professional painter and decorator especially if you’re on a budget. However, in truth, calling in a professional can go a long way to save you time, stress and money. In other words, even if you’re worried about the cost, a professional painter is still your best bet in the long run as they know exactly what to do to ensure you derive maximum benefits from your painting project.
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