Interior painting
Walls and ceilings in bedrooms, living rooms, hallways, kitchens and other interior spaces, with preparation matched to the condition of the existing surface.
Painter & Decorator London
Find a painter and decorator in London
Planning a room refresh, whole-flat repaint, exterior decoration or wallpaper project? Post the work once and suitable painters and decorators covering your London postcode can get in touch. Compare preparation, materials, timing and price before deciding who to hire.
- Post your decorating job once
- Compare up to 3 quotes
- No obligation to hire
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Looking for a painter and decorator near you in London?
Enter the property postcode and describe the rooms, surfaces and finish you want. In London, access, parking, occupied rooms and external height can all affect how a decorating job is planned, so practical details are just as useful as the colour or paint brand.
Painting, preparation and finishing
What can a London painter and decorator help with?
A professional finish depends heavily on preparation. Good quotes should distinguish between simply applying paint and the filling, sanding, stain blocking, caulking, priming or repair work needed before the final coats go on.
Woodwork & trim
Doors, frames, skirting, architraves, stair components and other painted woodwork where cleaning, sanding, priming and a durable finish matter.
Wallpaper & feature walls
Wall preparation, lining paper, wallpaper hanging and feature-wall work where straight starts, pattern matching and clean edges affect the result.
Exterior decorating
Suitable exterior walls, timber, doors and other surfaces where weather, access and preparation need to be considered before the coating system is chosen.
Surface repairs & preparation
Filling cracks and holes, sanding rough areas, treating suitable stains and preparing tired surfaces so the final paint system has a sounder base.
Refresh before moving or letting
Repainting occupied or empty properties where a clear room list, finish level and handover date make it easier to plan the work efficiently.
How much does a painter and decorator cost in London?
Decorating costs depend on surface condition, room size, access, number of coats, paint specification and whether detailed woodwork or wallpaper is involved. Current guidance on MyJobQuote’s London decorator page gives these useful reference points:
£150–£250/dayrough London decorator day-rate guide
£300–£990/roomcurrent UK room-painting guide range
Indicative guidance checked August 2026. MyJobQuote’s London painter and decorator guidance gives a rough daily rate around £150–£250 and its current room-painting guidance shows a broad £300–£990 range depending on room size, paint and preparation. The condition of the surfaces often matters more than floor area alone, so compare the preparation included in each quote.
Preparation changes the price and the finish
Define the surfaces, condition and paint system
Two decorators can price the same room differently if one expects to fill, sand and prime extensively while the other assumes the walls are ready for paint. Give every decorator the same information and ask them to spell out the preparation.
- List the rooms and surfaces separately: walls, ceilings, doors, frames, skirting, radiators or exterior areas.
- Mention cracks, flaking paint, stains, damp marks or damaged plaster rather than assuming they are included in normal preparation.
- Say whether you are supplying the paint and whether you have chosen a specific brand, finish or colour.
- Explain whether the property will be occupied and note access, parking, lift or communal-area restrictions that could affect the working day.
Across London
Search for painters and decorators by London postcode
The postcode helps narrow the job to decorators who cover the relevant part of London, whether the work is a single room in Camden, a flat in Islington, exterior decoration in Ealing or a larger refresh elsewhere in Greater London.
Kensington & ChelseaCamdenIslingtonHackneyGreenwichWandsworthEalingRichmond upon Thames
Why access and occupancy matter for decorating
An empty property can be approached differently from a lived-in flat where furniture, pets, working hours and shared access all need to be managed. Give those details early so the quote reflects the actual conditions on site.
Exterior work needs its own access plan. If the job includes upper-storey windows, masonry or other high-level surfaces, ask how safe access will be provided and whether towers or scaffolding are included.
How it works
Post the decorating job once. Then compare local decorators.
Describe the rooms, condition and finish you want once, then let suitable decorators who cover the postcode decide whether the project fits their schedule.
Post the decorating job
Enter the London postcode, list the rooms and surfaces, describe their condition and say when you would like the work completed.
Hear from suitable decorators
Your requirements can be matched through our partner network, and up to 3 local tradespeople can contact you about the work.
Compare and choose
Compare preparation, paint or materials, finish level, timing, protection and price before deciding who to hire.
Choose with confidence
What should you check before hiring a painter and decorator?
A neat final coat can hide very different levels of preparation underneath. Ask about comparable work, the proposed prep and exactly what the quote includes before comparing prices.
Relevant finish experience
Interior emulsion, exterior coatings, wallpaper, sprayed finishes and detailed woodwork are different jobs. Ask for recent examples that match the work you need.
Preparation and protection
Confirm how cracks, stains, loose paint and damaged surfaces will be prepared and how floors, furniture, fittings and communal routes will be protected during the work.
Materials and number of coats
Make sure the quote states who supplies paint, which products are assumed, the intended finish and whether extra coats or repair work would change the price.
Decorating after other work
Complete repairs in the right order before the final finish
Paint should not be used to hide an unresolved leak, electrical fault, damaged floor or structural problem. Fix the underlying issue first, allow surfaces to dry or cure where necessary, then bring in the decorator for preparation and finishing.
Useful answers
Painter & Decorator London FAQs
Quick answers before posting a decorating job in London.
How do I find a painter and decorator near me in London?
Enter the property postcode and describe the decorating work clearly. Your request can then be matched with suitable local tradespeople who cover that area, allowing you to compare up to 3 responses before deciding who to hire.
How much does a painter and decorator cost in London?
MyJobQuote’s current London guidance gives a rough decorator day rate around £150–£250. Individual jobs vary with surface condition, preparation, paint, room size, access and the amount of woodwork or detailed finishing involved.
Should I supply my own paint?
You can, but agree the exact product, quantity and finish with the decorator first. Professional decorators may prefer particular primers or systems for difficult surfaces, and buying too little paint can interrupt the schedule.
How much preparation should a decorating quote include?
That depends on the condition of the surfaces. Ask the decorator to state whether filling, sanding, caulking, stain blocking, priming and minor repairs are included rather than assuming all preparation is standard.
Can a decorator paint over damp stains?
The cause of damp or water staining should be resolved first. A decorator can prepare and block suitable residual stains once the surface is appropriately dry, but paint should not be treated as a fix for an active leak or moisture problem.
Do I need to move furniture before the decorator arrives?
Ask what they expect. Some decorators will move light items and protect larger furniture, while others price on the basis that rooms are cleared. For flats, also discuss shared corridors, lifts and storage of materials.
Are the painters and decorators verified?
Tradespeople using our partner service are verified with official identification, email and phone details. Public liability insurance and qualifications are checked where provided. You should still review profiles, feedback, relevant decorating experience and the full quote before deciding who to hire.
Do I have to accept a decorating quote?
No. Posting the job does not oblige you to hire anyone. Compare preparation, materials, finish, timing and price and choose only if you are comfortable with the decorator and the proposed scope.
Need a painter and decorator in London?
Post the decorating job once, let suitable local tradespeople come to you and compare your options before deciding who to hire.