A meticulous, whole property redecoration method designed to get that great finish for your beautiful home.
‘I don’t rush a property and end up with a Snagging List to fix at the end!‘
I work methodically and to the highest standard from start to finish, keeping you involved at every stage to make sure we achieve the exact final finish we’re aiming for.
Every home deserves a finish that feels calm, consistent and beautifully executed. Over the years, I’ve refined a detailed, repeatable process that delivers exceptional results across every room, every surface and every detail. The Paintr® Process is how I ensure your home receives the level of care, preparation and craftsmanship it truly deserves.
After each stage of the process, we’ll walk through the property together to make sure you’re happy with the progress and that everything is moving towards the final finish we’re aiming for.
Trusted by homeowners across Bath and surrounding villages
Working Together for the Best Results
Before anything begins, I take time to understand your home, your expectations and the way you want each room to feel. Clear communication, thoughtful planning and a shared vision set the foundation for a smooth, enjoyable project.
Throughout the project we’ll communicate clearly so that any issues or problems can be addressed and fixed.
High‑Quality Paints & Materials for a Flawless Finish
Premium materials matter. I use only high‑quality paints, fillers, primers and finishing products to ensure durability, depth of colour and a beautifully consistent finish throughout your home.
Brushes, Rollers & Professional Tools
Every tool I use is chosen for precision, smoothness and control. From fine‑bristle brushes to dust‑free sanding systems, the right tools help create the refined finish Paintr® is known for.
Protection & Clean Working
Your home is treated with absolute care. Floors, furniture and fixtures are fully protected, and I maintain a clean, organised workspace from start to finish.
Radiator Removal
Where appropriate, I arrange for a plumber to remove the radiators so I can access the full wall surface and achieve a seamless, uninterrupted finish behind them
Visual Lamp Inspection
Using a high‑intensity inspection lamp, I assess every surface to identify imperfections that normal lighting can’t reveal. This sets the standard for the preparation that follows.
Plaster Repairs & Skimming
Any seriously damaged walls or ceilings are repaired at this stage by a professional plasterer, ensuring the surface is properly restored. Smaller imperfections are skimmed to create a smooth, even base that’s perfectly prepared for painting.
New Plaster Wet Coat (Where Required)
Fresh plaster is sealed with a controlled wet coat to ensure proper adhesion and a consistent finish.
Light Switches & Sockets: Safe Preparation
Switch plates and sockets are cleaned, safely loosened (or if you prefer removed by a qualified electrician) and then taped to allow clean, sharp paint lines around every edge.
Window & Exterior Door Frame Preparation
Frames are cleaned, filled, sanded and prepared to ensure crisp lines and a great finish.
Old Damaged Silicone Removal
Any failing or discoloured silicone is removed to prepare for clean, fresh application later in the process.
ALL‑SURFACE PREPARATION
This is the heart of the Paintr® Process — a detailed, repeating cycle that ensures every surface is perfectly prepared before any paint is applied.
- Visual Lamp Inspection
- Old Damaged Caulking Removal
- Filling & Surface Preparation (Walls & Ceilings)
- Woodwork Filling & Preparation
(Skirting Boards, Window Sills, Doors, Architraves, Staircases, Bannisters & Handrails) - Dust‑Free Sanding (Where Possible)
This 5 point cycle is repeated until the surfaces meet my standard for a premium finish.
Visual Lamp Inspection
This is carried out after all filling and preparation to highlight any remaining imperfections before painting begins.
Cleaning & Surface Readiness
A flawless finish starts with a spotless environment. Before any paint is applied, I carry out a thorough deep clean to remove dust, dirt and debris from every surface. This prevents contaminants from settling into fresh paint, which can create a rough texture that would otherwise need correcting later.
New Caulking Application
Fresh caulk is applied to all relevant joints and trim lines to create crisp, seamless edges and ensure a flawless finish once painted
Stain Blocking & Specialist Priming
Targeted stain blockers and specialist primers are applied wherever needed to ensure perfect adhesion, prevent bleed‑through, and create a stable, uniform base for the final finish.
Base Coat
During the initial planning stage, I’ll assess whether and where a base coat is needed. It’s not required on every project or every wall, but when an existing colour is particularly strong, it can show through the new finish. Applying a dedicated base coat stops this from happening and ensures the final colour looks clean, consistent and exactly as it should.
There are also times when, after preparation, walls and ceilings are still heavily marked, patchy or made up of multiple old colours. In these cases, it can be difficult to judge their true condition. A base coat evens everything out, flattens visual distractions and reveals any final imperfections that need attention before painting. It’s an extra step that leads to a noticeably better, more refined final finish.
Now that the preparation is complete, we’ll walk through the property together to confirm everything meets your expectations and that you’re fully happy with how the project is progressing before any paint goes on the walls.
FIRST ROUND OF PAINTING
This is where I apply the first full, even coat of paint. It’s the layer that sets the standard for everything that follows, so getting it perfectly smooth and consistent makes a noticeable difference to the final finish.
Cutting‑In with Precision
Clean, controlled lines are essential for a crisp, professional result. I use a fine brush and a mini roller to minimise brush marks and create sharp, accurate edges and corners. This level of precision gives the room its structure and ensures the top coats sit beautifully.
Walls & Ceilings — First Coat of Paint
This first layer builds the foundation for a smooth, consistent final finish.
Windows & Window Sills – First Coat of Primer
The primer creates a smooth, sealed base ready for a crisp, flawless paint finish.
Skirting Boards — First Coat of Primer
The primer seals the surface and ensures the top coats sit cleanly and evenly.
Doors & Architraves — First Coat of Primer
A precise primer coat creates the perfect base for a flawless, durable finish.
Staircases, Bannisters & Handrails — First Coat of Primer
This stage prepares every detail for sharp lines and a beautifully refined top coat.
Feature Walls & Specialist Finishes — First Coat of Paint
The first coat sets the tone, allowing the specialist finish to develop depth and richness.
Visual Lamp Inspection
Any remaining imperfections are highlighted under direct light and corrected immediately.
Every surface is checked again before moving forward which ensures the next stage begins on a perfectly prepared foundation
SECOND ROUND OF FILLING & SANDING
This ensures the first coats have settled perfectly and any remaining imperfections are addressed.
Visual Lamp Inspection
This catches any remaining imperfections before painting continues.
Spotting In
Where additional filler has been used, a sealing coat of paint is applied to prevent flashing and colour inconsistencies once the second coat goes on.
Cleaning & Surface Readiness
All surfaces are fully dusted and vacuumed before any paint is applied, ensuring a clean environment so no debris settles into the fresh finish.
We now have our mid‑paint walkthrough together to confirm everything is progressing as planned and that the finish is developing exactly as it should
SECOND ROUND OF PAINTING
The second round of painting is where the finish really sharpens. This coat evens everything out, deepens the colour and gives the surfaces that smooth, consistent, high‑end look the whole room depends on.
Walls & Ceilings — Second Coat of Paint
This coat brings the depth, richness and uniformity that define a high‑end finish
Feature Walls — Second Coat of Paint
The second layer enhances the colour’s clarity and gives the feature wall its full impact.
Windows & Window Sills – First Coat of Paint
The first coat of paint brings the colour to life and creates a clean, even base for a flawless final finish.
Skirting Boards — First Coat of Paint
This first colour coat creates clean, sharp lines that frame the room beautifully
Doors & Architraves — First Coat of Paint
A smooth, controlled first coat sets the base for a flawless, durable top finish
Staircases, Bannisters & Handrails — First Coat of Paint
This stage builds the structure for crisp detailing and a refined, tactile final result
Visual Lamp Inspection
Direct light reveals any final imperfections so they can be corrected before the next stage.
Walls and ceilings inspection — we walk through the property together to make sure we’re both happy with the finish across all main surfaces before moving on
THIRD ROUND OF PAINTING
The third round of painting is the final, defining coat for the woodwork. This is where the colour settles fully, the finish evens out, and the detailing takes on that crisp, refined look that completes the room.
Light Sanding & Cleaning
A final, gentle sand and full clean‑down to ensure the paint bonds smoothly and evenly.
Windows & Window Sills – Second Coat of Paint
The second coat of paint completes the depth, clarity and smoothness for a beautifully refined final finish.
Skirting Boards – Second Coat of Paint
This coat brings the skirting to its full depth and sharp, refined finish
Doors & Architraves — Second Coat of Paint
The second coat completes the colour and gives the woodwork its crisp, durable sheen.
Staircases, Bannisters & Handrails — Second Coat of Paint
This layer perfects the detailing and delivers a smooth, beautifully consistent finish
Visual Lamp Inspection
Direct light highlights any final imperfections so they can be corrected before completion.
Inspection of all doors and woodwork to confirm the finish on every main surface meets our expectations
New Silicone Application
New silicone application around interior windows and doors creates a neat, seamless seal that sharpens the finish and completes the detailing
Radiator Refitting
A qualified plumber reinstalls each radiator once the decorating is complete, ensuring everything is secure, tested and back in perfect working order.
Light Switches and Sockets Refitting
If any switches or sockets have been removed during preparation, they’ll be reinstated and tested by a qualified electrician to ensure everything is safe and functioning correctly.
THE FINAL FINISH
The final stage is a slow, careful walkthrough of every room, every surface and every detail. I check the finish under natural and artificial light, ensure all edges are crisp, all surfaces are smooth and all colours are consistent.
Cleaning and Packing Up
Once I’m satisfied with the finish, I carry out a full clean‑down so your home is tidy, fresh and ready to enjoy.
Only when everything meets the standard we agreed do I consider the project complete — and leave you with a beautifully finished home.
Trusted by homeowners across Bath and surrounding villages