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Object Builders

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Welcome to Object Builders, where honesty, integrity, and professionalism form the bedrock of our work philosophy. We take...
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SJW Contracts

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We have been in the business of professional decorating since the mid 80s and always no matter how big or how small carry ...
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A Line Property Maintenance

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A-LINE PROPERTY MAINTENANCE IS A FAMILY RUN BUSINESS SPECIALISING MOSTLY IN EXTERIOR PAINTING, UPVC REPLACEMENT AND ROOFIN...
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Optimal finishes

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Welcome to optimal finishes , where we transform spaces into works of art! Our services: 1. INTERIOR & EXTERIOR pa...
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Ciprian Paint

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We are based in London, we offer interior and exterior painting and decorating services for both domestic and commercial c...
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C.Evans property maintenance

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Here at C.Evans Property Maintenance we offer all aspects of home improvements including; guttering ,interior and exterior...

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11 Mar

Painter | uPVC Spraying

Horsham - RH13

Enquiry from: Peter G

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To spray new bi fold doors inside to same as the outside

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17 Feb

Painter | Interior

Chichester - PO19

Enquiry from: Roland H

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We are going to put our hose on the market and would like a quote to paint the wooden fascia on the front of the house

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04 Jan

Painter | Interior

Chichester - PO18

Enquiry from: Sam C

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We are a Modular building contractor. 17 Plots in total of Project. New Housing development. if you would be interested please do let me know

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16 Nov

Painter | Interior

Chichester - PO19

Enquiry from: Jane W

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message A study that is dark green I would like painted lighter & a bedroom which has wallpaper I don’t like so would like painted over, apparently the wallpaper can be painted over! So two rooms...

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29 Oct

Painter | Interior

Haywards Heath - RH16

Enquiry from: Joe P

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We have enastic tiles for a kitchen splash back. Relatively small job but tiles need sealing and tiling. Thanks

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14 Oct

Painter | Interior

Pulborough - RH20

Enquiry from: Val B

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Paint lounge walls, ceiling and white work. You have done several rooms for me in the past and I'm keen to have this done - not necessarily before Christmas but happy to if your schedule allows.

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28 Sep

Painter | Interior

Arundel - BN18

Enquiry from: Rob L

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Hall stairs and landing. Ceilings, walls and woodwork

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25 Mar

Painter | Interior

Horley - RH6

Enquiry from: Tom N

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customer made an enquiry for painting & decorating and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a decorator.mr lives in the horley area and would like a call to discuss options.see b...

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20 Feb

Painter | Interior

Crawley - RH11

Enquiry from: Steven P

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customer in crawley 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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05 Dec

Painter | uPVC Spraying

Littlehampton - BN17

Enquiry from: Marion W

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Spray paint over white pvc windows and conservatory

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30 Nov

Painter | Interior

Worthing - BN11

Enquiry from: David F

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minor repairs and painting quote, after small flood. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace what type of work do you need to have done: painting do you have the mate...

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11 Nov

Painter | Interior

Pulborough - RH20

Enquiry from: Cheryll A

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would you be interested in giving us a quotation to paint the walls, ceiling and woodwork of an approx 8' x 12' room? are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many ...

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28 Oct

Painter | Interior

Worthing - BN11

Enquiry from: Rachel B

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paints walls of a two bed flat. 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 you looking to remodel the rooms:...

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10 May

Painter | Interior

Burgess Hill - RH15

Enquiry from: David M

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hi we need 2 bedrooms painted and also downstairs kitchen area. would you be able o come over and take a look and provide us with your best quote please? thanks dave are you the property owner: owner...

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30 Apr

Painter | Interior

Bognor Regis - PO21

Enquiry from: Lea S

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i need just one wall wallpapered! 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 ...

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14 Mar

Painter | Interior

Chichester - PO18

Enquiry from: Iain H

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Redecoration of bedroom and bathroom in a freehold static home. There is a degree of mold in the bedroom and the bath shower basin needs resealing.

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07 Mar

Painter | Interior

Worthing - BN14

Enquiry from: Paul T

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New extension painted. Lounge painted and kitchenpainted

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26 Jan

Painter | Interior

Crawley - RH11

Enquiry from: Lucy P

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we are moving into our new home next week and i am looking for someone to come on 3rd feb to hang some wallpaper for us. i have 4 different wallpapers , one for a feature wall in the living room (3m b...

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29 Nov

Painter | Interior

Haywards Heath - RH17

Enquiry from: Angelina V

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hello, i have a wall mural that needs hanging in my conservatory area and would like a quote. as a follow up, i can send pictures of the space to give you an idea on the condition of the walls and di...

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22 Oct

Painter | Interior

Horsham - RH13

Enquiry from: Helen C

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1 x wall in tv room 20 sq meters 1 x hall 23 sq meters both high walls. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2...

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How much do Decorator services cost?

How much do Decorators charge? Prices for Decorators in 2024 can differ depending upon the sort of task that you need to have carried out in your house. It's the question we receive asked a great deal "how much do Decorators charge?".

Are you planning to hire the services of a decorator for your home or property? If yes, then you’d probably want to know just how much a professional will charge to help get your project over the line. While some home and property owners may prefer to take care of the decorations themselves, there are a number of benefits you stand to derive by calling in a reliable decorator. Not only will you be able to achieve the look and feel you want for your space, but you’d also get more options and varieties to choose from. In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight into decorator charges in the UK to help you make informed decisions moving forward. Let’s take a look!

Firstly, it should be noted that there are a lot of factors that determines the price charged by decorators to complete a project. These factors include the difficulty of the task, the materials required, the location of the property, the qualification and experience of the decorator and lots more. For example, if you happen to reside in the South East ( especially London), you can expect to pay a higher fee than other areas in the country such as Scotland, Northern Ireland and more.

In general, to hire a decorator in the UK will cost you within the range of £17 to about £30 per hour. However, it should also be noted that you can come across a number of methods of determining cost such as per hour, per day, per M2 or even per bedroom.

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The average price
of a Decorator in West Sussex is:

£1,936

Decorator job Decorator cost in 2024
Painting and decorating in West Sussex £283-£2,493
Exterior painting and decorating in West Sussex £470-£3,326
uPVC Window Spraying in West Sussex £150-£4,500

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Decorator FAQs

What questions should I ask a decorator?

Hiring a decorator for your project always seem easy until you get started. With a wide range of decorators available today, it can be quite tricky separating the boys from the men and selecting the right tradesman for your unique project. There are a number of things to put into consideration, questions to ask and lots more to ensure your decorating job is awarded to the right tradesman. In this post, we’re going to give you an insight on some of the essential questions to ask to make sure the prospective decorator is a good match. Let’s take a look!

  • What qualifications do you possess? With the pool of decorators around in the industry today, qualifications are needed to help you determine the true specialists. A qualified decorator gives you an assurance (to some extent) that a quality work would be done to your requirements. Decorators, generally, can earn a degree which includes course work in architecture and are also licensed.
  • How do you help me identify and communicate my style to you? If you have an idea and know what you want for your space, a good decorator should be able to get it out of you by showing you pictures and asking questions which can vary widely.
  • Do you have examples of previous work that are similar to my project in style, scope as well as budget? A decorator that answers yes to this question is a good indicator that they can handle your project. If they don’t, you can ask for pictures of projects they feel is quite similar to yours
how to remove flaking paint from exterior walls?

How To Remove Flaking Paint From Exterior Walls

For a successful exterior wall painting project, all that’s required is the right painting tools and equipments, the appropriate exterior paint as well as the necessary preparation of the surface. With the later being perhaps the most important part of the project which is likely to take your time and effort as there’s no short cut to it. But once you have a good idea on how to prepare the exterior wall’s surfaces, the painting of the exterior of your house becomes a lot easier. And a good example of this, is the process of removing the flaking paint on the surface. Fortunately, you do not require the skills of an expert to be able to remove the flaking paint from your exterior walls. So let’s take a look at how you can remove flaking paint from your exterior walls with relative ease.

✓ Clear all flaking or peeling paint. This involves scraping the entire painted surface with a scraper to remove all loose paints. For the paints that wouldn’t yield easily, you can apply extra pressure to wipe it out. However, it’s important to be careful while doing this to avoid gouging out or damaging the surface.

✓ Use coarse sandpaper. Make use of a sandpaper to sand all the exterior wall’s surfaces until they’re smooth. When you get to tight spaces and trim, you can incorporate a sanding block to make your job easier and more effective. Note that a smoother surface will make for a better adhesion.

✓ Use an orbital or power sander. If the paint is peeling, you can scrape it off perfectly with the help of a power sander. This will help you in achieving a smooth surface on inaccessible edges and more.

how to spray uPVC windows?

Over the years, UPVC spray painting has grown to become a standard practice. Previously, what was done when people wanted to change the colour of their UPVC window is simply to replace the old ones. However compared to the cost of replacing the units, it’s actually a lot easier to simply have your UPVC windows sprayed and even more importantly, at just a fraction of the replacement cost. If you’re thinking about spraying your upvc windows, then you’ve come to the right place! In this post, we’re going to take you through the entire process. However, if you lack the confidence needed to pull this off, we’d strong advise that you get in touch with a professional to avoid make costly errors or mistakes.

 

The first step to successful upvc window spraying is always to make sure that the upvc is properly cleaned by removing any loose dirt and residue, getting rid of any muck and grime which has developed over the years. You can also abrade the surface in a very light manner to leave upvc frames with a key to make the paint adhesions stronger. Once you’re done with the preparation, the obvious next step is masking off. This process requires you to protect the walls, glass, floors and brickwork from any potential over spray. To achieve this, you can make use of masking papers.

 

Upon completion of the masking off process, then its time to spray paint the upvc windows using a spray gun and spray painter. This requires a lot of practice as it could be very dangerous as you can inject yourself with paint, which can be seriously fatal.

how to paint a ceiling?

How To Paint A Ceiling

If you’re a bit hesitant to take on the seemingly awkward task of painting your ceiling, you’re definitely not alone. However, there are ways in which you can make ceiling painting tasks one of the less strenuous tasks you’ll find around the house as they’ll help you get rid of most drips and also assist you to easily determine whether or not you’re covering the whole ceiling. In several cases, painting a ceiling simply means painting it white again and most same colour painting jobs are way easier than painting with a new colour entirely. When you have the right size of nap controller as well as the appropriate length of an extension pole, painting over your head will be a lot easier. Here’s how to paint a ceiling.

✓ Prepare the room. This include removing as many furniture and objects from the room as possible while also laying down plastic sheets on the remaining ones. And also cover the floor with paper or canvas drop cloths.

✓ Remove obstructions. Detach or remove everything that can make your work harder like light fixtures or smoke detectors.

✓ Protect surfaces. This includes protecting vertical surfaces like the windows and doors from ceiling paint.

✓ Prepare the ceiling. This involves vacuuming the ceiling to get rid of any dust or dirt, sanding any rough spots on the ceiling with a sandpaper and filling any small holes or cracks in the ceiling (optional).

✓ Prime the ceiling. Use an angled brush or paint edging tool or primer to cut in edges of the ceiling.

✓ Paint the edges of the ceiling. When the primer has dried, simply paint the edges of the ceiling to create a frame in which you can easily work in.

✓ Paint the ceiling in grids.

What’s the best time of year to carry out exterior painting and decorating?

Most companies will recommend that exterior painting and decorating is carried out in the summer months. However, advances in paint technology mean that some paints can be applied in low temperatures and even when it’s raining. Check the can for the best conditions in which to apply or ask a professionals advise.

how to choose exterior house paint?

How To Choose Exterior House Paint

Painting the exterior of your house is a great way to give your home a new fresh look that improves it’s curb appeal, make it stand out and also increase it’s value. Exterior paints can serve a wide range of purposes, be it to make a statement in the neighbourhood, highlight some architectural features or to complement the nature. Hence, it’s very important to know the purpose of your exterior house painting project before choosing colour and proceeding with the task. In this guide, we aim to help you narrow down the paint colour selection to help you choose the right paint combination for your home’s exterior with relative ease. Let’s take a look!

✓ The neighbourhood’s style. At times, the style of the neighbourhood can help in selecting a house’s paint colours. For example, in the event whereby the neighbourhood is filled with Victorian homes, then a bold colour wouldn’t even be an option. Furthermore, if there are more ranch style homes in the area, an exuberant collection of pastels may not be the most suitable choice.

✓ To complement nature. Sometimes all that’s needed to know the best paint combination for your home is simply to look around at the surrounding landscape to get clues of the colours that’ll be perfect. For instance, different shades of summer green can be incorporated fr the exterior, meanwhile the fall colour combinations of red, brown and golden shades can also go well too.

✓ Look inwards for guidance. The existing fixed colours inside or outside a house can also be a great option to be used in the exterior colour scheme. This can be the colour of the material of the window trim, foundation or even the roof.

how to paint exterior window sills and frames?

How To Paint Exterior Window Sills And Frames?

Painting your exterior window sills and frames can be a very joyful and fun-filled activity if you know what you’re doing. It’s a task that can be completed in little time by an experienced DIYer, however if you do not have the confidence to pull off this project, then you’d be better off calling in a professional for help to avoid costly mistakes. In this guide, we’ll take you through the exterior window sills and frames painting process.

✓ Prepare the window sills and frames. This includes, brushing the surfaces with warm water and gentle soap, scrubbing the windows to ensure all the edges and cracks are free from all forms of dirt, rinsing it with water and use a soft, clean cloth to wipe off any excess liquid and finally, drying it off with a towel or leaving it to dry off by itself before you start to paint.

✓ Remove any signs of moulds and moss, fill in the cracks between frame and glass using a multi-purpose filler, sand the frame and wipe out any dirt or dust on or around it using a vacuum cleaner, a clean cloth or soft brush. Once done, you can then apply a coat of water-based primer and let it dry off before painting.

✓ Painting. Firstly, you’ll have to sand your primed windows to make an even, smooth surface and apply an undercoat evenly to the surface. Once completed, you can then apply at least 2 coats of paint using a quality brush. Make sure you sand the first layer carefully before you apply the second to get a great finish.

✓ Once dried, you can the finish with a top coat (make sure you go for a weather proof paint for the exterior). For the window sills, you’ll have to apply the exterior paint gently with masking tape around the edges to protect the walls from the dripping paint.

how to paint skirting boards?

How To Paint Skirting Boards

In the exact same way a room isn’t complete unless it has all the right finishing touches here and there, your skirting boards also just wouldn’t be right leaving it without a paint. As you can imagine, skirting board can quickly gather dust, dirt and scuffed over time can affect the appearance of the entire room. But you don’t have to wait for this to happen before painting your skirting boards. Good news is, painting of skirting boards is relatively easy and straightforward especially when you follow the guide given in this article. It should, however, be said that if you’re not so confident about holding a brush and doing the task yourself, then getting a professional painter to complete the project will be a great option to achieve the best result while you can focus on other important things.

Painting your skirting board will help provide your room with the much needed perfect frame. Now let’s take a closer look!

✓ Prepare your skirting boards. Treat your wood skirting board with a knotting solution and wood primer. But if they’re already painted or varnished, simply wipe clean use a wet and dry paper with a mild detergent to abrade the surface. Once done, you can then run a strip of masking tape along the floor.

✓ Start Painting. For the decorative coat, you can use any paint designed for wood and metal like satin, gloss etc. Once selected, you can then start to paint across the top with the help of a 2 inch brush. Then move to the flat side. Work in easy to manage sections and when starting the next section, start at the far side and brush into the section you’ve just painted so as to make for an even finish. Finally, remove the masking tape used before the paint dries off.

Decorator help and advice

Your Complete Guide to Removing Wallpaper Published: 19/01/2022 Have you enthusiastically decided to give your home a new refreshing look? Then has your resolve wained as you realise there’s a mass of wallpaper that needs removing? Wallpaper removal can seem like a dunting task but to get that fresh new look it’s worth spending time stripping wallpaper properly so that you have a […] Read this article
TV wall ideas for your home Published: 18/01/2022 TV Wall Ideas Your TV shouldn’t be an eyesore or clash with your room’s decoration. Fortunately, we have some expert ways to make the TV seamlessly blend into your overall homes style without looking out of place. Mounting your TV to a wall can free up space in your home as you don’t need a […] Read this article
7 Home Decor Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Published: 07/02/2020 When you’re decorating, it’s impossible to get everything right – and nor should you. You should think of decorating as an ongoing process. Tweak your home decor to keep updating the feel of your room and remember that decorating isn’t a perfect science. It’s all about what looks and feels right to you, and what […] Read this article

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