Giving rooms a fresh look can instantly transform your home. But if you can’t do it yourself then hiring a professional interior painter is the perfect solution.
Using My Local Toolbox, you can easily find and hire interior painters near you. You can rest assured that we’ll only match you with experts in the trade, and there’s no obligation to hire them for your project if you’ve found someone else.
What jobs do interior painters and decorators do?
Whether you’re looking to give your hallway a fresh lick of paint or renovating your living room, interior painters and decorators can help.
Whilst painters are there to apply paint and other finishes to interior walls, floors, ceilings, and doors, decorators can complete projects such as hanging wallpaper, repairing ceiling panel mouldings, as well as advise you on colour schemes.
What’s involved in painting and decorating an interior room?
When you employ an interior painter or decorator, there are some steps they are likely to carry out to ensure you receive a flawless finish:
- Measuring the space
- Calculating how much of each material is required
- Buying the materials (although not always, so double check what your quote includes)
- Clearing the space or covering furniture with dustsheets
- Stripping old surfaces
- Filling or repairing surfaces
- Rubbing down any door frames, skirting boards, windowsill etc that require painting
- Priming surfaces or undercoating surfaces
- Mixing and applying paint, or applying other materials
- Applying necessary topcoats
- Tidying up and placing furniture back in the room
Before hiring an interior painter or decorator you should ask what their exact process will be and their estimated time frame for completing the job.
If they’re expecting you to purchase the materials or remove any furniture etc, you’ll need to ensure that you are ready for their arrival as any delays could end up costing you precious time and money.
Why hire a professional interior painter or decorator?
Interior painting and decorating is a great way to change the look and feel of your home, but doing it yourself can be time-consuming and may not give you the final finish you were hoping for.
Hiring a professional interior painter or decorator can make the whole process of decorating a stress-free affair.
Thanks to their extensive experience and product knowledge, they’ll know exactly which products you’ll need for each room and each surface and will know the steps they need to follow in order to achieve a professional and long-lasting finish.
Why use My Local Toolbox to find a local interior painter and decorator?
We know how hard it can be to find reliable and professional tradespeople that are local to you, which is why we created My Local Toolbox.
All our tradespeople come highly rated from homeowners just like you, so you can have complete peace of mind that when we match you to an interior painter, they’ll be the right person for the job.
What jobs do interior painters and decorators do?
Whether you’re looking to give your hallway a fresh lick of paint or renovating your living room, interior painters and decorators can help.
Whilst painters are there to apply paint and other finishes to interior walls, floors, ceilings, and doors, decorators can complete projects such as hanging wallpaper, repairing ceiling panel mouldings, as well as advise you on colour schemes.
How to find a local interior painter and decorator with My Local Toolbox?
Finding a local interior painter and decorator with My Local Toolbox is simple; all you have to do is post your job request.
Once you’ve posted your job requirements, we’ll find the right interior painter and decorator for you. You’ll then receive up to three quotes from local painters and decorators. You’ll also be able to read the reviews left by other homeowners.
Our service is completely free to use and there’s no obligation to hire any of the tradespeople we put you in contact with.
Interior painter and decorator FAQs
How much does it cost to paint a house interior?
Every house is different and the cost to paint a house interior will be dependent on a number of factors:
- Type and quality of paint
- Number of coats of paint required
- Size of room
- Condition of the walls
- What needs painting
We’ve created some handy cost guides with additional information. But for a free quote from a local interior painter or decorator, post your job today and receive up to three free quotes.
How much does it cost to paint a house interior?
Every house is different and the cost to paint a house interior will be dependent on a number of factors:
How long does it take professional painters to paint a house interior?
Just like the cost of painting a house interior is dependent on several factors, so too is the duration of an interior painting project. Here are some things that could affect how long it will take a professional painter:
- If there’s lots of repair work to do on the walls
- Preparation – for example, wood will often require more preparation that plaster
- The size of the rooms
- How many rooms there are
- The number of coats of paint and drying time
What are the different types of paint finishes?
It’s not just choosing the right paint colour for your scheme that can be confusing but also knowing which type of paint finish to choose. There are five different finish and sheen options to choose from, and each one will provide a different look and feel to your interior.
Flat and matte
Flat and matte finishes are non-reflective and are great for low-traffic areas of your home, like bedrooms, formal dining rooms, living rooms and offices. They provide interiors with a contemporary finish and look great with antique brass fixtures and finishes.
Eggshell
The go-to paint finish for most interior paint projects. It’s low-lustre sheen gives off a soft, muted look and delicately bounces light around a space. Eggshell is ideal for busy family homes and can be used in virtually every room in the house.
Satin
More reflective than eggshell, satin tends to be more durable and easier to clean making it a great choice for kitchens and bathrooms. Thanks to its reflective qualities, satin is also great in low-light level spaces like interior hallways.
Semi-gloss and high gloss
Like satin, semi-gloss and high gloss paint finishes are great for high traffic areas. Providing a reflective surface, it’s also easier to clean compared with flat finishes.
However, semi-gloss and high gloss finishes show every wall imperfection and brushstroke, so it’s worth hiring a professional interior painter for a flawless glossy finish.
How much paint do I need?
If your interior painter isn’t buying the paint for your interior painting project, you’ll need to work out how much paint you’ll need.
- Measure your space: Work out the height and width of the space your painting, then multiply the height and the width together to get the square metre measurement.
- Subtract any windows and doors from your total amount: It’s easier than trying to measure around them.
- Add in number of coats: You’ll need to check-out how many coats of paint you’ll require. The general rule is two coats, however, some surfaces may only require one, whilst others might need more. Multiply your square metre measurement by the number of coats and that will give you your paint coverage figure.
- Check the tin: The tin of your paint will tell you how many square metres per litre it can cover. Divide your paint coverage figure by the value listed on the paint tin and you can calculate the number of tins you will need.
Is expensive paint and wallpaper worth it?
In general, more expensive paint and wallpaper tend to be of higher quality and therefore more durable.
More expensive paints and wallpaper also tend to have more pigmented colours, providing you with more bang for your buck.
Cheaper paints tend to be thinner, which often means having to apply more coats. Equally, cheaper wallpaper tends to be thinner and tends to rip more easily – especially if too much paste is used.
However, expensive papers can also be tricky to hang, so if you’re spending a lot of money on a roll, it may be worth hiring a professional decorator to hang the wallpaper for you.
Can I paint and decorate myself?
Of course. Many people do decide to paint and decorate themselves, especially if they have a limited budget and don’t have a set deadline.
However, if you’re not a dab hand at DIY or don’t have the time to commit to your project, hiring a professional interior painter and decorator can, in the long run, save you time and money.
If you choose to decorate your self, you’ll have to invest in all the right tools, from masking tape to paint brushes, ladders to Polly filler – and these costs can soon mount up. You also might not get the professional finish you’re looking for either.
If you’re unsure whether to paint and decorate yourself, why not post your job today. You’ll get up to three free quotes from local painters and decorators near you and you can then decide whether to decorate yourself or call in the professionals.
How can I save money on painting and decorating my home?
Regardless of whether you’re on a tight budget, you’ll want to save money on any renovation project where possible, especially as unexpected costs can soon spiral. Here are some of our top tips to help you save:
- Calculate wall space: Don’t just guess how many tins of paint or rolls of wallpaper you need, work it out.
- Choose quality paint: It really does pay dividends to invest in quality materials. If you’re interior painter is supplying paint, ask which brand they’re using and why.
- Be ready for your decorators start date: If you’re hiring an interior painter or decorator, make sure you have all the materials ahead of them starting.
- Move furniture: Where possible remove furniture or move it to the middle of the room, so they don’t have to waste their time (and your money) doing it for you.
To get quotes from painters and decorators near you – post a job now.