Decorating - approximate cost?

Ells_2

We are moving into a new to us house. It is need of decorating ant the beloved wants it decorated before we move all our dtuff in. I am considering getting someone in to do it. Any suggestions as to approx cost for a decorator to do

9 x 8 Kitchen
12 x 8 Dining Room
15 x 15 Lounge
12 x 10 Bed
12 x 10 Bed
9 x 8 Bed
9 x 8 Hall
Stairs
10 x 4 Landing

Basically it's your average three bed semi and needs doing top to toe.

Cheers.
Ells.

mexicanwaver

Labour charges can vary quite a lot from region to region. Whereabouts are you?

Mr_Skint_2

Ohhhh about £230000.000 approx.

Ells_2

Burton / Derby area.

I realise that there is going to be some variance but need to get a base figure for the budgeting process. I am going for reasonablyu plain style. I have currently estimated carpet and decor at £5K. Really need to get under £4K. Carpet Quote is around £2000 - £2300 from Allied.

Is there any way of recognising a quality decorator (apart from no paint stains on cloths)?

Cheers.
Ells

Mr_Skint_2

Yes all the really good ones are busy and thats the truth.

http://www.mjsdecorating.com/links.htm click on the links on this site for some advice and tips (Brothers Site)

mexicanwaver

Short of seeing examples of their work (eg. from neighbours etc), then word of mouth is probably the next best thing.....again, your new neighbours may be able to recommend someone. Always better to ask around than to pluck random names out of the phone book.

But be dubious of anyone who 'cold calls' at your house (leaving advertising cards/leaflets etc).

If it really comes down to picking numbers out of the phone book, then I would recommend getting approx 3 quotes (good advice for any home improvements/maintenance), as you may find the prices will vary substantially. This will also give you an opportunity to weigh up the person yourself and decide whether you trust them or not.

Gambler

why don'y you just diy - much cheaper !

Aries

If you are needing emulsion paint Wilkinsons stores are selling it on offer.
2 tins for £10

lolly5648

A friend has just had a quote of £3000 for painting inside her 3 bed semi in London. I know the decorator and he does a good basic paint job which is all she wanted