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Interior painting can be a very reasonably priced means to rejuvenate the inside of your home. Painting is often done as a DIY job, but professional painters and decorators can guarantee a great appearance and ensure that your decoration is going to last as long as possible.

 

 

You might spend longer getting ready to paint than actually painting. It's vital to clean and prepare all wall surfaces and ceilings prior to painting, and to mask off any regions that shouldn't be painted over like skirting, architrave, power sockets and light switches. Wrap furniture as well as any carpets or flooring in the area with dust sheets to collect any splashes. If you are painting inside, apply a primer coat as a base layer then multiple layers of paint, leaving each layer time to dry in between.

 

Interior painters and decorators can supply you with plenty of suggestions about paint and help you choose the most suitable colour scheme for your internal rooms.

Average Painting and decorating cost in Reading

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

Average price per Painting and decorating job in 2024

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£350

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£2,755

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£5,144

£5700

£4275

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Prices based on actual Painting and decorating costs for Reading, as reported by local Quotatis members.

Painting and decorating installation cost in Reading 2024

Labour cost £560
Material cost £200
Waste removal £40
Time frame: 1-3 days

Painting and decorating searches in March 2024

Painting and decorating Projects in Reading in February 2024

6,263

Requests for quotations in Reading in February 2024

30

Requests for Painting and decorating quotations in Reading in February 2024. -25% change from January 2024.

90

Requests for Painting and decorating quotations in Berkshire in February 2024. -25% change from January 2024.

We noted 6,263 requests for property quotes within Reading. Of these quote requests the amount of painting and decorating quotations in Reading was 30. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these customers with up to 4 suitable fitters who were available for work in Reading during those times. Request a free house survey from trustworthy companies in Reading.

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Painting and decorating searches in cities and towns near Reading February 2024

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Requests for quotations in Reading in February 2024

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Requests for quotations in Bracknell in February 2024

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Reading

The Berkshire town of Reading has got a population of more than 145,000 and is the largest part of the Reading/Wokingham urban area. The town is considered as a key industrial centre and hosts several British companies, in addition to being a main retail area. With the town's modern buzz it's important to keep your property up-to-date to maintain property value, so employ respected contractors in Reading for your upcoming project.

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Painting and decorating pros in Reading

Ciprian Paint

4 review(s)
Based: in London, NW6 3BJ

We are based in London, we offer interior and exterior painting and decorating services for both domestic and commercial customers. As well as homes, we have painted schools, offices and churches.

Latest review

Luca C., SW11
3

Painter | Interior in London

They looked cheaper and equally competent

Davis Decorators

1 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD18 7DX

Latest review

Mohan M., SL4
5

Painter | Interior in Windsor

Excellent

Carlos Decor

14 review(s)
Based: in London, NW10 0SS

We are a small family business called Carlos Decor - painting & decorating specialists. We have been trading for over 20 years. We take pride in all the work we do, giving the best service in every job no matter how big or small, with very compet...

Latest review

Katharine M., NW8
5

Painter | Interior in London

Professional quote/s received. Good price matrix made it cost effective for us to proceed. Excellent service and will us...

D R S General Builder

17 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD18 6SF

We add real practical value to your project. With over 14 years’ experience in delivering high quality construction services ,we can promise you the realisation of your vision, engineered to perfection and delivered on-time, on-budget and defect-fr...

Latest review

Emily W., HP27
4

Painter | Interior in Princes Risborough

Contact Made

IPJ Building & Decorating Services

6 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD24 6PY

We have been in business for 32 years. We do all decorating work and total refurbishments to houses and flats. If you would like any references for work that we have completed we can gladly send you some customer's numbers where we have worked previo...

Latest review

Sharon M., N11
5

Painter | Interior in London

Their quote was clear and concise.

Stephen Mcgrath Professional Decorators

2 review(s)
Based: in Surrey, TW20 0SW

We are a small decorating and property maintenance company with over 30 years experience who pride ourselves on giving a first class service, our aim is to make your room transformations as easy as possible. We undertake all aspects of decorating fro...

Latest review

P .., SL2
5

Painter | Interior in Slough

Very professional and polite. Excellent work done.

P & D

2 review(s)
Based: in Pulborough, RH20 1LU

Latest review

Georgie A., TN4
4

Painter | Interior in Tunbridge Wells

had so many replies waiting

Similar Customer Enquiries for Painting and decorating in Reading

14 Mar

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Margaret E

Start Date: Immediate

Please could someone come round to give a quotation for a room to be decorated. I would like,if possible for the quotation visit to be made on 28th march any time from 2:30 onwards. Many thanks, Ma...

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03 Mar

Painter | Interior

Reading, Thatcham - RG19

Enquiry from: Alison T

Start Date: Immediate

External painting of soffits, fascia and bargeboards

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13 Feb

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Cheran A

Start Date: Immediate

Painting touch up for: x4 Meeting rooms walls and skirting boards & the general space with white paint (on a Saturday when customers aren't in).

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08 Dec

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Bhavash V

Start Date: Immediate

hi existing customers of yours. looking to get landing, ceiling and 2 sets of stairs painted. thanks. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms ar...

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26 Sep

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Selina C

Start Date: Immediate

End of our office tenancy in mid-Nov, we need repainting and cleaning services. Please contact me via email or phone during Tue - Fri between 9am - 2pm. Thanks a lot!

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12 Sep

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG10

Enquiry from: Ed T

Start Date: Immediate

5m x 3m dining room. Wall paper needed on one of the long walls, re painting on the other 3 walls and ceiling. We will supply wall paper.

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28 Jun

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG30

Enquiry from: Deepa R

Start Date: Immediate

Painting and decorating Lead

wallpaper on living room area are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms are you looking to remodel the room...

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09 Jun

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG2

Enquiry from: Farrukh M

Start Date: Immediate

customer in reading area has requested that we arrange quotes for their painting & decorating project.they are considering various options and would like to discuss with a decorator directly.please ca...

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10 Mar

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG30

Enquiry from: Fareed B

Start Date: Immediate

wallpaper stripping and hanging 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 you looking to remodel the ro...

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07 Mar

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Liz M

Start Date: Immediate

2 jobs - wallpapering of our bedroom ceiling and wallpaper to be hung in our downstairs loo are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to ...

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14 Feb

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG6

Enquiry from: Liz M

Start Date: Immediate

2 jobs - wallpapering of our bedroom ceiling and wallpaper to be hung in our downstairs loo are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to ...

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05 Sep

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG5

Enquiry from: Andrea M

Start Date: Immediate

we would like to affix wallpaper to a wall, roughly 9.5 sqm and another one roughly 9 sqm. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking...

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09 Jun

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Margaret K

Start Date: Immediate

painting and decorating of a small 2 bed terrace, with some wallpapering involved. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to have decor...

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15 Mar

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG30

Enquiry from: Jennifer S

Start Date: Immediate

Paint my large mahogany wall unit t to a lighter oak colour Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Are you looking for any exterior decorating to be done: Yes ...

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19 Feb

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG30

Enquiry from: Jennifer S

Start Date: Immediate

Paint my large mahogany wall unit t to a lighter oak colour Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached Are you looking for any exterior decorating to be done: Yes ...

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06 Feb

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Joanne F

Start Date: Immediate

Internal painting of 1 bed flat, areas of peeling due to damp. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Other How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 3-4 rooms Are yo...

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17 Dec

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Zein O

Start Date: Immediate

Two Sections of a wall painted in white. Sections are approximately 1m squared. The sections are very small. Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Other How many rooms a...

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27 Nov

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG31

Enquiry from: Emma P

Start Date: Immediate

Bedroom painted 2 colours but just walls

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03 Sep

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG1

Enquiry from: Djamel H

Start Date: Immediate

2 room and living room Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Other How many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms Are you looking to remodel the rooms: No Do...

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30 Aug

Painter | Interior

Reading - RG7

Enquiry from: Anthea B

Start Date: Immediate

Door frames skirting one small bedroom

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FAQs

Can painters and decorators repair stained walls?

Yes, painters and decorators can repair stained, damp or mouldy walls. Usually, this process will involve stripping away the damaged paint and treating the area with specialist paint. After this is done, the damaged sections can be repainted to match the room.

how much do painters and decorators charge?

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.

Which type of paint should I use?

There are lots of paints that are suitable for different areas of your property. In general, gloss and eggshell paints should be used in high traffic areas, whereas matte paints are suitable for lower traffic areas. Professional painters and decorators can give you advice on the most suitable types of paints.

can you paint over wallpaper?

Can You Paint Over A Wallpaper?

According to some painting and decoration experts, painting over a wallpaper can never produce a result that’ll be as good as painting on a blank or naked wall. However in the event whereby there’s a pressing need to quickly beautify a room, it’ll be totally understandable if you don’t want to go through the hassle of the time consuming old wallpaper removal process.

Therefore, the short and simple answer to this question is yes, it’s absolutely possible to paint over a wallpaper and get a good outcome so far you don’t rush the process. To ensure your success if you want to paint over a wallpaper, there’s also the need to use the right tools and techniques. And just like any other DIY project, proper preparation before commencement is key.

If you’re going to paint over a wallpaper, many of the tools you’ll need to acquire are the standard painting and decorating products. This means that they can be easily procured at many DIY stores. To paint over a wallpaper, you’ll need a paint roller, top quality paint brushes, joint compound ( you’ll only need this in situations whereby your wallpaper is damaged or peeling), oil based primer, tape, sandpaper, paint ( can be water, solvent or oil based paints) as well as drop clothes ( for the protection of your furnitures).

As a rule of thumb, if you can easily remove the existing wallpaper, then you probably should before you start to paint the walls. However, if removing the wallpaper seems to be a pain or can significantly damage your wall, then it’ll be smart to simply paint over it. But before you proceed, you must also note that painting over the wallpaper will make it even harder to remove later in the future.

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