The Real Cost of DIY Painting: Why “Saving Money” Can Often Double Your Budget
The Real Cost of DIY Painting: Why “Saving Money” Can Often Double Your Budget When most homeowners decide to tackle a painting project themselves, the goal is almost always the same: save money. The logic seems bulletproof. Instead of paying a professional decorator several hundred (or thousand) pounds, you can buy a couple […]
Colour Trends for South London Homes in 2026: A Local Decorator’s Guide
Discover the colour trends South London homeowners are choosing in 2026 — warm neutrals, sage green and terracotta, with tips from an SE17 decorator.
How to Paint Your Front Door and Exterior in London: A South London Decorator’s Guide
The front door and the outside of your house are the first thing anyone sees — and in South London, they take an absolute beating. Between the rain bouncing off half the Victorian and Edwardian terraces in SE17, Walworth, Kennington and Camberwell, and paintwork that’s been left too long, a tired exterior quietly drags down […]
How to Paint Skirting Boards and Woodwork Like a Pro: A South London Decorator’s Guide
Paint skirting boards and woodwork like a pro — prep, priming and finishing tips from a South London decorator serving SE17, Walworth and Kennington.
How to Paint a Bathroom Without Mould: A London Decorator’s Guide
How to paint a bathroom in a London flat: mould-resistant paint, prep tips and when to call a professional decorator covering SE17 and South London.
How to Choose a Painter and Decorator in London: 10 Questions to Ask Before You Hire
10 essential questions to ask before hiring a painter in London — from insurance to prep work to paint brands. Written by a South London decorator who fixes bad paint jobs.
How to Paint a Kitchen: The Complete Guide for London Homeowners
Painting a kitchen needs the right paint and proper prep. A South London decorator’s guide to moisture-resistant finishes, grease-proof prep, and colours that work in smaller London kitchens.
How to Prepare Walls for Painting Like a Pro — London Homeowner’s Guide
Learn how to properly prepare walls before painting in your London home. Professional tips from a South London painter — cleaning, filling, sanding, and priming for a flawless finish.
The Best Time of Year to Paint Your London Home (And Why It Matters)
Most people think they can paint any time of year. Technically, they’re right — paint will go on the wall in January just as well as in July. But whether it stays on the wall, looks good, and lasts for years — that’s a completely different question. After a decade of painting London homes through […]
Victorian vs New Build: Painting Challenges in Different London Homes
If you’ve ever wondered why painting a Victorian terrace feels completely different from painting a modern new-build flat, you’re not imagining it. The two couldn’t be more different — and if you approach them the same way, you’re going to have problems. I’ve painted both for over a decade across South London, and here’s exactly […]