A sound surface before the finishing coats.
Cracked plaster, damaged ceilings and water stains need different preparation from a straightforward repaint. We assess the affected surface, discuss the repair and include the making-good work in the decorating scope. Repairs can be combined with repainting a room, hallway or a wider interior.
Repair and preparation work
- Local plaster and ceiling patch repairs
- Dry lining and making good plasterboard
- Filling cracks, holes and damaged edges
- Preparing areas affected by a previous leak
- Suitable stain-blocking primers before repainting
- Dust-controlled sanding and protection of the room
For water damage, the source of the leak needs to be resolved and the surface sufficiently dry before decorative repairs begin. Painting over active damp will not solve the underlying problem. Let us know what caused the damage and whether that work has been completed.
Once the repair is ready, we prepare and prime the surface before applying the specified finish. Repainting the whole wall or ceiling can give a more consistent result than touching up a small patch, especially where the existing paint has aged.
Planning repairs around your decorating.
Photographs of the damage and a wider view of the room help us understand the job. Include whether plaster is loose, whether the area is still damp and which walls or ceilings you would like repainted. Final preparation depends on the condition of the surface.
We provide interior painting and decorating, wallpaper preparation and hanging and woodwork painting, so making good and finishing can be considered together. East Dulwich is our main area, with residential and commercial work across South and Central London.
Can you decorate after a leak?
Yes, once the cause has been dealt with and the affected surface is ready for repair and decoration. Tell us when the leak happened, what was repaired and whether any moisture remains.
Do you carry out small patch repairs?
Yes. Patch repairs and local making good are part of our preparation and decorating services. Send photographs and your postcode so we can discuss the scope.
Tell us about your project.
Send your postcode, a few photographs of the existing surfaces and an outline of the finish you would like. We can discuss the preparation and decorating involved.