Painting / Decorating in Northwood

Discover Decorating in Northwood

Home > Painting & Decorating Projects > Painting and decorating > Northwood

Painting / Decorating in Northwood

Interior painting can be a really reasonably priced method to revitalise the inside of your home. Painting is often done as a DIY job, but qualified painters and decorators can ensure the optimal appearance and ensure that your redecorating is going to look its best for as long as possible.

 

 

You might devote more time to getting ready to paint than actually painting. It's important to clean and prepare all wall surfaces and ceilings prior to painting, together with to mask off any regions that should not be painted like skirting, architrave, electrical sockets and light switches. Wrap home furniture and carpets or flooring in the area with sheets to protect from any splashes. If you're painting inside, employ a primer coat as a base layer followed by multiple coats of paint, leaving each coat time to dry in between.

 

Interior painters and decorators can supply you with lots of recommendations about paint and help you pick the best colour scheme for your interior rooms.

Average Painting and decorating cost in Northwood

The average cost of a Painting and decorating is £800. Costs vary based upon the materials and the contractor chosen. The upper price range can be as high as £920. The material costs are mainly around £200

Average price per Painting and decorating job in 2026

Avg. price low

Avg. price low
£400

Avg. price

Avg. price
£4,000

Avg. price high

Avg. price high
£7,584

£8100

£6075

£4050

£2025

£0

Prices based on actual Painting and decorating costs for Northwood, as reported by local LeadsDoWork members.

Painting and decorating installation cost in Northwood 2026

Labour cost £560
Material cost £200
Waste removal £40
Time frame: 1-3 days

Painting and decorating searches in September 2026

Painting and decorating Projects in Northwood in August 2026

365

Requests for quotations in Northwood in August 2026

2

Requests for Painting and decorating quotations in Northwood in August 2026. 0% change from July 2026.

60

Requests for Painting and decorating quotations in Middlesex in August 2026. 0% change from July 2026.

We noted 365 requests for house quotations in Northwood. Of these quote requests the number of painting and decorating quotes within Northwood was 2. Quotatis would have been in a position to match these customers with as many as four suitable installers who were available for work within Northwood at that time. Request a free property survey from reputable companies within Northwood.

Source: Numbers calculated based on the search volumes in major search engines

Painting and decorating searches in cities and towns near Northwood August 2026

48

Requests for quotations in Harrow in August 2026

20

Requests for quotations in Wembley in August 2026

10

Requests for quotations in Edgware in August 2026

10

Requests for quotations in Stanmore in August 2026

6

Requests for quotations in Ruislip in August 2026

Northwood

Northwood is an elevated residential settlement in the London Borough of Hillingdon adjoining Ruislip Woods National Nature Reserve and which shares a northern border with Hertfordshire. According to records assembled by the Office for National Statistics in 2008, the town has a permanent population of around 11068. A triangular region of Northwood including the old High Street, Chester Road and Hallowell Road is a place of Local Architectural Special Interest, which is a constraint to protect the ornate Victorian houses made of high quality brickwork. Dotted throughout the region are 22 listed buildings for their architecture. Northwood presents an abundance of social and leisure possibilities for its inhabitants. The town is home to a vast array of independent and commercial chain businesses where citizens can shop, consume and consume. In 2012, a brand-new community centre on the town's high street, replacing an older structure, was formally opened by the regional MP Nick Hurd in September 2012. The new structure was called the Kate Fassnidge Community Centre after the Uxbridge landowner who contributed a portion of her land to the borough, and replaced a dilapidated dining club that had originally been a Ritz movie theatre. Each May, among the largest Scout Jumble sales in the nation is held by 1st Northwood on the land beside their headquarters, the Hogs Back. The Northwood Hills public house (previously called the Northwood Hills Hotel) opposite the tube station is certified as where Sir Elton John first performed professionally. A photo of the pub appears on among his album covers. Northwood is additionally known as the location used for recording the Goods' and Leadbetters' homes and surrounding streets in the BBC TV situation comedy series 'The Good Life'. For all of your home improvements, make sure to find trustworthy professionals in Northwood to make certain of quality.

Looking for Painting and decorating in Northwood?

Get free quotes from local decorators

Get free quotes

Painting and decorating pros in Northwood

Ciprian Paint

4 review(s)
Based: in London, NW6 3BJ

We are based in London, we offer interior and exterior painting and decorating services for both domestic and commercial customers. As well as homes, we have painted schools, offices and churches.

Latest review

Luca C., SW11
3

Painter | Interior in London

They looked cheaper and equally competent

Carlos Decor

14 review(s)
Based: in London, NW10 0SS

We are a small family business called Carlos Decor - painting & decorating specialists. We have been trading for over 20 years. We take pride in all the work we do, giving the best service in every job no matter how big or small, with very compet...

Latest review

Katharine M., NW8
5

Painter | Interior in London

Professional quote/s received. Good price matrix made it cost effective for us to proceed. Excellent service and will us...

Diondecor

5 review(s)
Based: in London, E12 6LX

About Dion Decor Dion Decor is an established painting and decorating company located in London. Our qualified staff are well equipped with knowledge in the painting and decorating field, having studied at Newcastle College for Level 3 NVQ Diploma...

Latest review

John I., NW9
3

Painter | Interior in London

Seems able but was in other jobs and had time constraints

D R S General Builder

17 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD18 6SF

We add real practical value to your project. With over 14 years’ experience in delivering high quality construction services ,we can promise you the realisation of your vision, engineered to perfection and delivered on-time, on-budget and defect-fr...

Latest review

Emily W., HP27
4

Painter | Interior in Princes Risborough

Contact Made

VEO Build 4 U LTD

3 review(s)
Based: in West drayton, UB7 0AH

Veo Build 4 U Ltd is company design to meet any building requirements from both private and commercial customers. We are currently looking for big project such us loft conversion and extension, but we are open for people needed small property maintan...

Latest review

W., UB10
5

Painter | Interior in Uxbridge

Excellent

M & N Decor LTD

15 review(s)
Based: in London, SE16 2LT

The company is the resold of hard work and professional finish for any job. 15 years experience and the love for decorating make as the best on the market. Our goal is to be your only choice when it comes to professional services. Being British owned...

Latest review

Gez Z., SE9
5

Painter | Interior in London

Very professional sounding and competent. Quick to quote and flexible on price.

IPJ Building & Decorating Services

6 review(s)
Based: in Watford, WD24 6PY

We have been in business for 32 years. We do all decorating work and total refurbishments to houses and flats. If you would like any references for work that we have completed we can gladly send you some customer's numbers where we have worked previo...

Latest review

Sharon M., N11
5

Painter | Interior in London

Their quote was clear and concise.

Buildit

1 review(s)
Based: in London, NW11 9AT

Established over 8 years ago Builditnw will provide you with experienced decorators for your home or business whether it be interior or exterior. At Buildit we know how important your home is to you, that's why we make sure our painters and dec...

Latest review

Janeta Y., E10
4

Painter | Interior in London

Quote too highok

Simon & Dylan'S Decorating Company LTD

2 review(s)
Based: in London, SW6 1BE

Simon and Dylan Decorators was started in 1998 after many years decorating in London. I have built up a lot of trust with a very good team who I have been working with for many years. Our customers say that what they want most from a painting and ...

Latest review

S., W14
3

Painter | Interior in London

Polite enquiry

Stephen Mcgrath Professional Decorators

2 review(s)
Based: in Surrey, TW20 0SW

We are a small decorating and property maintenance company with over 30 years experience who pride ourselves on giving a first class service, our aim is to make your room transformations as easy as possible. We undertake all aspects of decorating fro...

Latest review

P .., SL2
5

Painter | Interior in Slough

Very professional and polite. Excellent work done.

Similar Customer Enquiries for Painting and decorating in Northwood

09 Aug

Painter | Interior

Northwood - HA6

Enquiry from: Deeksha S

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace How many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 3 Rooms Are you looking for Interior Decorating: Yes Other Forms: Gas Boiler ...

Post a similar request >

22 May

Painter | Interior

Northwood - HA6

Enquiry from: Shantanu T

Start Date: Less than one month

downstairs elderly ladies bedroom: scrub and clean off flaking paint from painted pillar/support and paint over + create a wooden cover around pillar to match pine furniture as a permanent feature?

Post a similar request >

13 May

Painter | Interior

Northwood - HA6

Enquiry from: Archana P

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: Touch up work

Post a similar request >

26 Apr

Painter | Interior

Northwood - HA6

Enquiry from: Laura R

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: Paint of a bedroom Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Ter...

Post a similar request >

23 Jun

Painter | Interior

Northwood - HA6

Enquiry from: Victor L

Start Date: Immediate

Repairs to kitchen ceiling and floor after water leak

Post a similar request >

04 Aug

Painter | Interior

Northwood - HA6

Enquiry from: Shilpa P

Start Date: Immediate

Replace coving, wallpaper room with lining paper and paint. Update sockets and light fittings in 2 rooms before 21st August.

Post a similar request >

26 Apr

Painter | Interior

Northwood - HA6

Enquiry from: N

Start Date: Immediate

kitchen celing stained water celing spray required and white paint

Post a similar request >

29 Dec

Painter | Interior

Northwood - HA6

Enquiry from: Neha K

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the myinteriorpainter.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Glazing type: , Work description: 3 Bedrooms & 1 box Room

Post a similar request >

26 Oct

Painter | Interior

Northwood - HA6

Enquiry from: Zoe A

Start Date: Immediate

Customer visited the mydecoratingprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: One bedroom

Post a similar request >

14 Apr

Painter | Interior

Slough - SL1

Enquiry from: Samir M

Start Date: Immediate

House needs to be painted (mainly hallway, stairs, 3 bedrooms upstairs)

Post a similar request >

28 Feb

Painter | Interior

Maidenhead - SL6

Enquiry from: Mamour N

Start Date: Immediate

painting the inside of the house. all the materials and painting are ready. just the service to be done. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other how many rooms are yo...

Post a similar request >

15 Mar

Painter | Interior

Windsor - SL4

Enquiry from: Jane U

Start Date: Immediate

To rub and sand down wooden staircase and repaint, plus a wall in lounge to be sanded and painted

Post a similar request >

22 Apr

Painter | Interior

High Wycombe - HP15

Enquiry from: Anissa K

Start Date: Immediate

I need my wardrobe re decorating. It has mold and damp patches which are historic. It wasn't wet up in the loft. I also have a joh downstairs in my kitchen that i would like you to have a look at.

Post a similar request >

20 Dec

Painter | Interior

High Wycombe - HP13

Enquiry from: Juliette H

Start Date: Immediate

Hiya, Looking to get a quote to hang a wall mural. It's onto a freshly plastered wall with a mist coat. The mural is supplied in 8 strips from photowall sweden.

Post a similar request >

07 Dec

Painter | Interior

High Wycombe - HP13

Enquiry from: Jack P

Start Date: Immediate

Bathroom ceiling painted

Post a similar request >

19 Nov

Painter | Interior

High Wycombe - HP11

Enquiry from: Tali S

Start Date: Immediate

hello, i need to apply wallpaper on 4 walls. please could you advise on quote. sizes: no1 length 307 height 294 please reply by email. phone call must be scheduled. no 2 240 higt 270 no 3 335 height ...

Post a similar request >

13 Mar

Painter | Interior

Windsor - SL4

Enquiry from: Valerie S

Start Date: Immediate

whole house interior painting of new walls and ceilings plus woodwork are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 5+ roo...

Post a similar request >

24 Jan

Painter | Interior

High Wycombe - HP13

Enquiry from: Hannah W

Start Date: Immediate

lounge and hallway skirting boards redecorated after carpet fitters have damaged them. carpet fitters have asked for 3 quotes to be obtained. please contact me by email to provide pricing. are you the...

Post a similar request >

10 Oct

Painter | Interior

Slough - SL1

Enquiry from: Vaishnavi S

Start Date: Immediate

we will paint for in our apartment at wall are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have decorated: 1-2 rooms are you looking to remo...

Post a similar request >

11 Jan

Painter | Interior

Maidenhead - SL6

Enquiry from: Jean G

Start Date: Less than one month

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you looking for interior decorating: yes other forms: air source...

Post a similar request >

Local & reliable decorators near me

Tell us about your painting and decorating project

Answer a few quick questions, so we can match you with local decorators who can help.

Find up to 4 decorators in Northwood

Get free, no-obligation local painting and decorating quotes from 4 verified decorators working in Northwood.

Hire with confidence

Compare customer reviews, services and prices, and choose the right tradesperson for you.

Our reviews

Average

Would highly recommend

Would highly recommend, they found me a firm which I was happy with a quote they give me and went ahead and had my job done within 2 days of enquiring.

Good easy way to find a selection of…

Good easy way to find a selection of trades you need all in one place.

Love Local Quotes it's a big part of my …

Love Local Quotes it's a big part of my Business I would recommend to anyone

FAQs

How should I prepare for interior painting and decorating work?

Your painter and decorator will carry out most of the preparation work for your project. You can help them by ensuring that the area is clean and tidy. Also, remove as many personal items and pieces of furniture from the area as possible and make sure all your internal doors are firmly closed just in case of dust from rubbing down.

can you paint over wallpaper?

Can You Paint Over A Wallpaper?

According to some painting and decoration experts, painting over a wallpaper can never produce a result that’ll be as good as painting on a blank or naked wall. However in the event whereby there’s a pressing need to quickly beautify a room, it’ll be totally understandable if you don’t want to go through the hassle of the time consuming old wallpaper removal process.

Therefore, the short and simple answer to this question is yes, it’s absolutely possible to paint over a wallpaper and get a good outcome so far you don’t rush the process. To ensure your success if you want to paint over a wallpaper, there’s also the need to use the right tools and techniques. And just like any other DIY project, proper preparation before commencement is key.

If you’re going to paint over a wallpaper, many of the tools you’ll need to acquire are the standard painting and decorating products. This means that they can be easily procured at many DIY stores. To paint over a wallpaper, you’ll need a paint roller, top quality paint brushes, joint compound ( you’ll only need this in situations whereby your wallpaper is damaged or peeling), oil based primer, tape, sandpaper, paint ( can be water, solvent or oil based paints) as well as drop clothes ( for the protection of your furnitures).

As a rule of thumb, if you can easily remove the existing wallpaper, then you probably should before you start to paint the walls. However, if removing the wallpaper seems to be a pain or can significantly damage your wall, then it’ll be smart to simply paint over it. But before you proceed, you must also note that painting over the wallpaper will make it even harder to remove later in the future.

how to paint a room?

How To Paint A Room

Painting is a joyful task and it’s quite obvious why it’s one of the most popular DIY projects. Whether you’re painting as an experienced DIYer or as a newbie, this step by step guide will put you in the right direction. However, if you lack the confidence to carry out this task, then we’d recommend you get in touch with a seasoned professional who can guarantee the best results for help. This way, you get to save some time and additional money that would have resulted from possible costly errors.

So just before you head right into the task, there’s the need to determine the type of pain finish you would love to use which is to choose a colour. Now let’s get started!

• Prepare the room

✓ Remove all objects as much as you can from the room and cover the remaining furniture or objects with a sheet.

✓ Fill all holes on the surface to make for an even finish.

✓ Wash the wall with the help of a damp sponge. A sugar soap or diluted washing up liquid will work just fine.

✓ Tape the edges of objects you do not wish to paint like light switches, plug sockets and the likes.

• This step can be skipped if painting on an existing paint, but it’ll advisable to dilute small quantity of your selected paint to patch prime the holes that you’ve filled. If you have a large number of holes that was filled, then priming them would be smart.

• Mix or stir the paint thoroughly in a paint kettle to ensure an even and perfect mix.

• Now you’re ready to start painting! Start from the edges to form like a frame to work within with your roller. Once done, leave for about 4 to 6 hours to dry.

• For the second coat, simply repeat the above step to complete your painting project.

How long should I wait after plastering to paint my walls?

You should always wait until plaster is dry before painting. The time this will take varies depending on the room and property, but in general, it will take about a week. Your plasterer will tell you how long it is best to leave it before covering or painting their work.

Painting and decorating

Other Top Projects in Northwood

Customer Reviews

Overall rating:


Northwood Painting and decorating installers are rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 23 reviews of 137 pros.
The LeadsDoWork rating and review is an overall rating based on verified reviews and feedback from the customers with Painting and decorating projects that have been connected with Painting and decorating pros to help them. All Painting and decorating contractors All Northwood Painting and decorating contractors

Are you a decorator in Northwood?

We can help you get more painting and decorating work with our qualified job leads and boost your business.

Join today