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Interior Painting
Flawless interiors that elevate every room in your home
From £450 per room
Based on a standard reception room with walls and ceiling. Price varies with room size, ceiling height, and surface condition.
Typical Duration
1-2 days per room
Free Consultation
No-obligation quote and colour advice
Our interior painting service transforms living spaces across Mayfair, Belgravia, and the finest London neighbourhoods. We combine meticulous surface preparation with premium paints from Farrow & Ball, Little Greene, and Edward Bulmer to deliver finishes that look impeccable and endure for years. Whether refreshing a single reception room or redecorating an entire townhouse, we bring the same exacting standards to every project.
About Our Interior Service
The interior of a fine London home deserves more than a simple coat of paint. It demands careful consideration of light, proportion, and architectural character. At Belgravia Painters, we understand that the way colour interacts with period cornicing, natural daylight from sash windows, and the flow between rooms can define the entire atmosphere of a property. Our painters are trained to work with the subtleties of heritage and contemporary interiors alike, ensuring that every wall, ceiling, and trim element receives the attention it warrants. We begin each project with an in-depth colour consultation, taking into account the orientation of each room, the quality of light at different times of day, and how adjoining spaces will relate to one another. From the initial preparation through to the final inspection, our process is designed to deliver results that satisfy the most discerning homeowners in London.
What We Deliver
- Full preparation including washing, sanding, filling, and priming of all surfaces
- Expert colour consultation with large-format test patches applied on site
- Brush, roller, and spray application tailored to the finish required
- Cutting-in by hand around cornicing, dado rails, and architectural mouldings
- Dust-free sanding using festool extraction systems
- Protection of floors, furniture, and fixtures with heavy-duty sheeting
- Multi-coat systems using premium emulsions and eggshell finishes
- Final inspection and snag walkthrough with the homeowner
Our Approach
We never cut corners on preparation. Every interior painting project begins with a thorough assessment of existing surfaces. Old wallpaper adhesive residues, hairline cracks in plasterwork, and previously patched areas are all addressed before a single coat of primer is applied. Our painters work in dedicated teams that specialise in different aspects of interior decoration: one team focuses on walls and ceilings, while another handles the detailed woodwork and trim. This division of expertise means that the person cutting in around your cornicing has spent years perfecting that specific skill. We maintain a clean, quiet site throughout the project and always work around your schedule, understanding that many of our clients continue to live in their homes during the work. Furniture is carefully moved and protected, dustsheets are laid with precision, and at the end of each day we leave your home in a liveable state.
Materials & Brands
We work primarily with Farrow & Ball Estate Emulsion and Modern Eggshell for their unrivalled depth of colour and chalky, sophisticated finish. Little Greene Intelligent Emulsion is our choice for high-traffic areas where durability and wipability are essential without compromising on appearance. For heritage properties, Edward Bulmer Natural Paint offers a fully breathable, eco-conscious option. We also carry Benjamin Moore Regal Select and Mylands of London for clients who prefer these distinguished ranges. All primers and undercoats are matched to the topcoat system for optimal adhesion and longevity.
Property Considerations
Period townhouses in Mayfair and Belgravia often feature original lime plaster walls that require breathable paint systems to prevent moisture trapping. We assess lath-and-plaster ceilings for stability before commencing work and can arrange for specialist plasterers if repairs are needed. In modern apartments and new-build properties, we account for plaster drying times and use mist coats where appropriate. Mansion blocks with communal access may require coordination with building management, and we handle this on your behalf. Listed buildings receive particular care, with paint choices that comply with conservation requirements.
Why Choose Our Interior Service
Colour Consultation
Complimentary on-site colour advice with large test patches so you can see how shades perform in your specific light conditions before committing.
Dust-Free Preparation
Festool extraction sanding systems minimise dust throughout the preparation phase, keeping your home clean and protecting your furnishings.
Premium Paint Systems
We use only leading British and international paint brands, applied in multi-coat systems that deliver lasting colour depth and durability.
Detailed Finishing
Every edge, corner, and architectural detail is cut in by hand for crisp, clean lines that distinguish professional work from the ordinary.
Post-Completion Inspection
A thorough walkthrough with you after completion ensures every surface meets our exacting standards before we consider the project finished.
Our Interior Process
Survey & Quotation
We visit your property to assess surfaces, discuss colour preferences, and provide a detailed written quotation with no hidden costs.
Preparation
Furniture is moved and protected, surfaces are cleaned, sanded, filled, and primed to create the perfect foundation for paint.
Application
Paint is applied in multiple coats using the technique best suited to each surface, whether brush, roller, or spray.
Inspection & Handover
We conduct a detailed inspection together, address any snags on the spot, and leave your home immaculate.
Brands We Use for Interior
Available Across London
We offer interior painting across all 20 of our service areas in prime London.
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Learn moreFrequently Asked Questions
Every interior painting project begins with thorough preparation including filling cracks and imperfections, sanding surfaces smooth, masking woodwork and protecting furnishings. We apply mist coats to fresh plaster and use high-adhesion primers on tricky substrates so the topcoats bond perfectly.
We primarily use Farrow & Ball, Little Greene and Mylands for period properties, and Dulux Trade or Benjamin Moore where a more contemporary finish is desired. Every product is selected for its coverage, durability and low-VOC formulation to keep your home safe and odour-free.
A single reception room usually takes two to three days including preparation and two finish coats. A full house repaint across three to four bedrooms, hallway and living areas normally runs seven to ten working days depending on the condition of surfaces.
Yes. We use professional spectrophotometers to analyse your current colour and can mix an exact match on site. This is especially useful in period homes where original heritage shades may no longer be commercially available.
We handle all furniture moving as part of the service. Larger items are carefully shifted to the centre of each room and covered with dust sheets, while smaller belongings are relocated to an adjacent space. Everything is returned once the room is complete.
We work room by room, sealing off active areas with plastic sheeting and maintaining clear walkways at all times. Low-odour paints are standard, and we schedule noisy preparation work during agreed hours so your daily routine is barely affected.
All interior painting carries our five-year workmanship guarantee. If any peeling, flaking or adhesion issues arise that are attributable to our application, we will return and rectify the area at no charge.
We offer dead flat, matt, eggshell, satin and full gloss finishes. Matt and dead flat are popular for living spaces and bedrooms, while eggshell and satin are ideal for kitchens and bathrooms where moisture resistance is important.
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