{"id":46851,"date":"2023-09-28T10:20:30","date_gmt":"2023-09-28T09:20:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/?p=46851"},"modified":"2026-04-16T12:33:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T11:33:27","slug":"how-much-does-a-painter-and-decorator-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/how-much-does-a-painter-and-decorator-cost","title":{"rendered":"How much does a painter and decorator cost in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>The prices in this cost guide are accurate as of 2026*<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"322\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/07\/Painting_decorating_illustration_UPDATED_2023-1024x322.png\" alt=\"Illustration of a row of houses painted in different colours with labels on how much it costs to paint them according to house size\" class=\"wp-image-47168\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/07\/22165046\/Painting_decorating_illustration_UPDATED_2023-1024x322.png 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/07\/22165046\/Painting_decorating_illustration_UPDATED_2023-609x192.png 609w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/07\/22165046\/Painting_decorating_illustration_UPDATED_2023-768x242.png 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/07\/22165046\/Painting_decorating_illustration_UPDATED_2023.png 1480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring a painter and decorator is one of the easiest ways to give your home a new lease of life. A fresh lick of paint can go far in making your home seem brand new again, and is a generally cheaper option than a lot of other decoration projects. It can also be the starting point to changing your home\u2019s style if you\u2019re thinking of going for a different colour scheme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to get your home painted, this house painting price guide will help you understand how much you might end up paying. Keep in mind that the prices in this guide are only a general range. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><center><a style=\"background-color: #84b818; border-radius: 8px; color: #ffffff; display: inline-block; line-height:23px; color: #ffffff; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; center; text-decoration: none; width: 260px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><font color=\"#ffffff\">FIND A PAINTER AND DECORATOR<\/font><\/a><\/center><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Several factors can affect how much you\u2019ll end up spending, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Where you live in the UK, with cost of labour rising by as much as 20% more on average if you live in London and the South East<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The size of the space being painted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The condition and age of your property (which can lead to extra prep work)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The quality of paint<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If your painter and decorator has to remove old wallpaper, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/plastering-price-guide-how-much-does-plastering-cost-in-2023\">plaster your walls<\/a> before painting, or paint at a height (such as high ceilings) then this is all likely to create additional costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to get started? Request a quote today to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\">find a skilled painter and decorator<\/a> in your local area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/painting_decorating_cost_guide_3-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a paintbrush painting a window ledge white\" class=\"wp-image-46863\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143514\/painting_decorating_cost_guide_3-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143514\/painting_decorating_cost_guide_3-498x332.jpg 498w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143514\/painting_decorating_cost_guide_3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143514\/painting_decorating_cost_guide_3-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143514\/painting_decorating_cost_guide_3-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much does a painter and decorator cost?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Below, we break down how much it costs to hire a professional painter and decorator in the UK, with prices based on hourly and day rates, as well as a range of room and property sizes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They do not include VAT or any prep work that might raise costs, but do include both the cost of labour and the cost of paint and supplies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s important that you understand fully what your project involves before you get started, including how much you\u2019ll have to spend on priming, patching or repair work to prep your walls for a new layer of paint. Ask your tradesperson to break down the project for you and to outline how long it will take to complete so that you can fully understand the scope of the work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More experienced and specialised painter and decorators may charge higher rates than those listed below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much does a painter and decorator charge per hour?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-2-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a painter rolling grey paint onto wall \" class=\"wp-image-46862\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143338\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-2-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143338\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-2-497x332.jpg 497w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143338\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-2-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143338\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-2-1536x1026.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143338\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-2-2048x1367.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You might want to hire a painter on an hourly basis if you have a small project. It\u2019s a good idea to ask the professional you\u2019re hiring to give you an estimate for how many hours it will take them to complete your project, so you can get a sense of how much you\u2019ll end up spending.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the UK, the average hourly rate for a painter and decorator is between <strong>\u00a320<\/strong> and<strong> \u00a350<\/strong>. Not including the cost of materials, hourly rates are typically between <strong>\u00a315 <\/strong>and <strong>\u00a340<\/strong> per hour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How much is a painter and decorator per day?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"649\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/Painter-decorater-cost-guide-5-1024x649.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a painter and decorator painting a wall\" class=\"wp-image-46864\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145649\/Painter-decorater-cost-guide-5-1024x649.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145649\/Painter-decorater-cost-guide-5-524x332.jpg 524w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145649\/Painter-decorater-cost-guide-5-768x487.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145649\/Painter-decorater-cost-guide-5-1536x974.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145649\/Painter-decorater-cost-guide-5-2048x1299.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hiring your painter on a daily basis offers you flexibility in terms of the number of days your painter will work, based on your schedule and needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Day rates for a painter and decorator in the UK range from<strong> \u00a3150<\/strong> to <strong>\u00a3400<\/strong> a day. Not including the cost of paint and materials, daily rates are typically between <strong>\u00a3100<\/strong> and <strong>\u00a3250<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Speak to a painter today to get a more accurate quote for your project:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><center><a style=\"background-color: #84b818; border-radius: 8px; color: #ffffff; display: inline-block; line-height:23px; color: #ffffff; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; center; text-decoration: none; width: 260px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><font color=\"#ffffff\">FIND A PAINTER AND DECORATOR<\/font><\/a><\/center><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much do painters charge per room?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-6-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a paint roller being used to apply grey paint to wall\" class=\"wp-image-46865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145951\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145951\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-6-498x332.jpg 498w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145951\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145951\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-6-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20145951\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-6-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How much you might pay for a painter and decorator will depend largely on the size of the room you want painted:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A small room, such as a bathroom (up to 100 square feet) could cost anywhere from <strong>\u00a3250<\/strong> to <strong>\u00a3500<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A medium-sized room, such as a bedroom (around 100-200 square feet) could cost anywhere from <strong>\u00a3450<\/strong> to <strong>\u00a3950<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A large room, such as a living room (over 200 square feet) could cost anywhere from <strong>\u00a3750<\/strong> to upwards of <strong>\u00a31,400<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This does not include the cost of preparation work that can raise the overall quote considerably. For instance, a 3m x 5m room could cost you about <strong>\u00a31,000<\/strong> to paint (including ceilings) if you include the cost of preparing existing surfaces and paint internal walls, architraves, skirting boards and door linings. A slightly smaller room (3m x 4m) with the same prep work, might cost you <strong>\u00a3940.<\/strong> It all depends on the specific requirements of your project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you check your painter\u2019s credentials and experience before you hire them, as well as reviews from previous clients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cost to paint a house <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-8-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a room being painted\" class=\"wp-image-46867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160100\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160100\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-8-498x332.jpg 498w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160100\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160100\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-8-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160100\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-8-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>These quotes include all internal painting of walls and hallways, but exclude VAT:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Size of property<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2-bedroom home<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a32,750-\u00a35,500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3-bedroom home<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a33,800-\u00a38,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">4-bedroom home<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a34,900-\u00a310,400<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5-bedroom home<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a36,000-\u00a315,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How much you\u2019ll spend will really depend on the quality of paint you want, and what condition your walls are in. Where you live in the UK will also impact on cost of labour. For a more accurate sense of painter and decorator prices in 2023, speak to a local painter and decorator in your area today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><center><a style=\"background-color: #84b818; border-radius: 8px; color: #ffffff; display: inline-block; line-height:23px; color: #ffffff; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; center; text-decoration: none; width: 260px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><font color=\"#ffffff\">FIND A PAINTER AND DECORATOR<\/font><\/a><\/center><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How much does it cost to wallpaper a room? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"716\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-14-1024x716.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a living room with blue wallpaper\" class=\"wp-image-46880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20165154\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-14-1024x716.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20165154\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-14-475x332.jpg 475w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20165154\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-14-768x537.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20165154\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-14-1536x1074.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20165154\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-14-2048x1432.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How much it will cost you to wallpaper a room depends predominately on what wallpaper you choose to buy, as rolls vary considerably in price. On average, wallpaper costs anywhere from <strong>\u00a312<\/strong> per roll to upwards of <strong>\u00a355<\/strong> per roll, but luxury wallpaper can cost a lot more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For a small room, such as a bathroom, you might need between 2 and 3 rolls, whereas a large room could require upwards of 8. For a medium-sized room, 5 rolls should be enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You then need to pair this cost with the cost of hiring a painter and decorator to wallpaper the room for you. This could cost you anywhere from <strong>\u00a3165<\/strong> to <strong>\u00a3385 <\/strong>or more, depending on the size of your room and where you live in the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Exterior painting costs <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/painter-decorator-cost-guides-11-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a row of houses with colourful paint\" class=\"wp-image-46870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20161445\/painter-decorator-cost-guides-11-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20161445\/painter-decorator-cost-guides-11-498x332.jpg 498w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20161445\/painter-decorator-cost-guides-11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20161445\/painter-decorator-cost-guides-11-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20161445\/painter-decorator-cost-guides-11-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You might also want to get the outside of your home painted. How much you\u2019ll spend on external painting depends on where you live, how easy the walls being painted are to access and the condition of your outside walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a general guide, here are a range of average prices for external painting according to property size:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Size of property<\/strong><\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Average cost<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">2-bedroom house<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a33,300-\u00a36,600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">3-bedroom house<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a33,800-\u00a38,200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">4-bedroom house<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a34,900-\u00a310,400<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">5-bedroom house<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u00a36,000-\u00a315,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For a more accurate quote, speak to a skilled painter and decorator today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><center><a style=\"background-color: #84b818; border-radius: 8px; color: #ffffff; display: inline-block; line-height:23px; color: #ffffff; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; center; text-decoration: none; width: 260px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><font color=\"#ffffff\">FIND A PAINTER AND DECORATOR<\/font><\/a><\/center><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is it worth getting a professional painter? <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-10-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a painter pouring white paint into a tray\" class=\"wp-image-46869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160923\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-10-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160923\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-10-590x332.jpg 590w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160923\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-10-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160923\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-10-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160923\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-10-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20160923\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-10-390x220.jpg 390w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Although you can definitely paint and decorate your home yourself, it\u2019s unlikely that you\u2019ll get the professional looking finish that a skilled painter would provide. Painting and decorating, especially large areas or even your entire home, is hard work. Hiring an expert will save you time and effort, and will ensure the work is completed to a high standard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A painter will give you useful advice on what colours and styles to choose for your home. They\u2019ll also come with all the right brushes, dust sheets and other tools, which you would otherwise have to buy for yourself. Lastly, they\u2019ll know how to prep your walls and surfaces to ensure the best results, and will also clean up afterwards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Painting your home gives it a fresh new look, but only if the work is carried out properly and to a high standard! Give yourself peace of mind by hiring a skilled painter to paint your home for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><center><a style=\"background-color: #84b818; border-radius: 8px; color: #ffffff; display: inline-block; line-height:23px; color: #ffffff; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; center; text-decoration: none; width: 260px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><font color=\"#ffffff\">FIND A PAINTER AND DECORATOR<\/font><\/a><\/center><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to choose the right paint colour for a room <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of some pots of paint in different colours\" class=\"wp-image-46861\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143236\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143236\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-1-498x332.jpg 498w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143236\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143236\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20143236\/painting-decorating-cost-guide-1-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Need help choosing paint colours? Have a think about\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol style=\"list-style-type:1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Matching colour with mood. The paint colour you choose should pair well with your room\u2019s function. For example, soothing colours like a soft blue or neutrals would work well with a bedroom, whereas you might want something more vibrant (like an orange or a bright green) for your living room.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your choice doesn\u2019t clash with your furniture. Think about whether your room has a dominant piece of d\u00e9cor in a specific colour that you might want to compliment through your choice of paint. This will ensure your walls harmonises with your interior design, flooring and other d\u00e9cor compliment your freshly painted walls.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How much light does your room have? Lighting affects how colours appear. If your room has a lot of windows and natural light, this will enhance colours that will otherwise take on a different appearance under artificial light. Consider this when choosing your paints!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test colours with paint samples. Before you commit to a colour, testing samples can help you choose the perfect shade. Test them on an area of your wall will allow you to see your chosen colours at different times of day and with different lighting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How big is your room? Darker colours add depth and cosiness to big rooms whilst lighter shades can make a small space seem bigger.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, we recommend you look for inspiration online, focusing on the colour palettes of rooms with a similar style and size to yours. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to save money on painting your house <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"740\" height=\"493\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2022\/11\/how-to-paint-front-door-1.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a person painting a front door blue\" class=\"wp-image-44449\" style=\"width:839px;height:559px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2022\/11\/02133826\/how-to-paint-front-door-1.jpg 740w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2022\/11\/02133826\/how-to-paint-front-door-1-498x332.jpg 498w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 740px) 100vw, 740px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hoping to paint your home on a budget? Follow the below tips to cut back on costs and save money:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always ask for several quotes so you can compare prices and choose an option that fits your budget, but without impacting on quality. You can <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\" target=\"_blank\">speak to skilled painter and decorators here<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only paint the most important rooms, such as bedrooms and living areas. This will cut down on costs, and you can always paint less important rooms at a later date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DIY or partial DIY. If you\u2019re confident with a paintbrush, save money hiring a painter by doing it yourself! Or, you could always do a partial DIY by prepping your walls yourself and leaving the painting to the experts. This could include removing old wallpaper, sanding, or filling minor cracks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buy paint during sales, or consider <a href=\"https:\/\/communityrepaint.org.uk\/need-paint\/find-your-nearest-scheme\/\">paint reuse schemes<\/a> that allow you to buy used paint for as little as \u00a32 a litre.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid buying more paint than you actually need by using an <a href=\"https:\/\/coatpaints.com\/pages\/paint-calculator\">online paint calculator<\/a> that predicts how much paint you\u2019ll need for your project.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And always hire top quality tradespeople, as this will avoid you spending more money on costly repairs further down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><center><a style=\"background-color: #84b818; border-radius: 8px; color: #ffffff; display: inline-block; line-height:23px; color: #ffffff; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; center; text-decoration: none; width: 260px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><font color=\"#ffffff\">FIND A PAINTER AND DECORATOR<\/font><\/a><\/center><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/blog\/assets\/2023\/06\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-13-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Picture of a man with a thin paintbrush painting the skirting board white\" class=\"wp-image-46871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20162458\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-13-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20162458\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-13-498x332.jpg 498w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20162458\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-13-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20162458\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-13-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/rp-prod-wordpress-b-content.s3.amazonaws.com\/assets\/2023\/06\/20162458\/painter-decorator-cost-guide-13-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>How much painting or wallpapering your home will cost really depends on the size of the space, your choice of materials and where you live in the UK, with cost of labour rising in London and the South East by as much as 20% on average. For a more accurate quote, let us know what you have in mind and speak to a professional painter and decorator today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What are you waiting for? It\u2019s time to give your home a makeover!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><center><a style=\"background-color: #84b818; border-radius: 8px; color: #ffffff; display: inline-block; line-height:23px; color: #ffffff; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px; center; text-decoration: none; width: 260px; margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 20px; padding-top: 10px; padding-bottom: 10px;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ratedpeople.com\/local-painter-and-decorator\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><font color=\"#ffffff\">FIND A PAINTER AND DECORATOR<\/font><\/a><\/center><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>*The Rated People cost guides are produced in collaboration with the quote-building platform&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pricebuilder.co.uk\/\">PriceBuilder<\/a>, and a range of tradespeople across the 30+ trades on our platform were consulted. 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