UK Painter's Guide to Quoting Interior Decorating

Interior decorating is steady work for UK painters. Here's how to quote it.

Per Room Pricing

Painting Only

• Small bedroom: £200-350
• Double bedroom: £300-450
• Living room: £350-550
• Kitchen: £250-400
• Bathroom: £200-350

Including Woodwork

• Add 30-50% to above prices
• Includes: Doors, frames, skirting, windows

Wallpapering

Standard Wallpaper

• Per roll hung: £25-40
• Feature wall: £100-200
• Full room: £300-600

Specialist Wallpaper

• Grasscloth: £50-80/roll
• Silk: £60-100/roll
• Murals: £200-500

Day Rates

• Painter/decorator: £180-280/day
• London rates: £250-350/day

Preparation Pricing

• Stripping wallpaper: £8-15/m²
• Filling and sanding: Included
• Mist coat: Included
• Sugar soap wash: Included

Quote Structure

• Labour: Per room or day rate
• Materials: Included or separate
• Paint: Customer supply or included
• Preparation: Itemised if extensive

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