Business Details
46 Years
experience
Expert Painting & Decorating Services in Leicester
Alan Cox Decorators has been a trusted name in the painting and decorating industry since 1980, serving Leicester, Leicestershire, and the East Midlands. With over four decades of experience, we specialise in delivering high-quality interior and exterior painting solutions for domestic, commercial, and educational clients. Our team of NVQ-qualified professionals prioritises meticulous preparation, premium materials, and precise execution to ensure flawless, long-lasting finishes. As members of the Painting and Decorating Association, we adhere to rigorous industry standards, including comprehensive risk assessments, method statements, and the use of non-toxic paints. Our commitment to safety, evidenced by IPAF-certified staff and DBS-checked teams for educational projects, ensures minimal disruption to clients while maintaining a secure working environment.We pride ourselves on transparent pricing, competitive quotes, and a customer-centric approach, reflected in our extensive portfolio of commercial, industrial, and residential projects. From historic schools to bustling retail spaces, our work combines technical expertise with creative vision to transform environments. Our dedication to continuous improvement and client satisfaction has earned us a reputation as a reliable partner for both small-scale domestic refreshes and large-scale commercial refurbishments.
Services
Interior Painting
Exterior Painting
Wallpaper Hanging
Commercial Decorating
Educational Painting
Industrial Painting
Shopfront Decoration
Office Refurbishment
Specialist Finishes
Wallpaper Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Over 40 years of experience in residential and commercial painting projects
- IPAF-certified staff for safe access to high areas in industrial settings
- DBS-checked team for educational institution projects
- Member of the Painting and Decorating Association for quality assurance
- Comprehensive risk assessments and method statements for every project
Associations and certifications
- Painting and Decorating Association
What people say
Professional finish
Clean and tidy workspace
Highly recommend
Responsive and professional
Exceptional results
Services
Interior Painting
Our interior painting service transforms residential and commercial spaces with meticulous preparation and premium finishes. We handle plaster repairs, surface priming, and precise paint application using durable, low-odour materials. Clients benefit from tailored colour consultations and specialist finishes like textured coatings. With NVQ-qualified painters, we ensure minimal disruption to daily operations while delivering flawless results that enhance aesthetics and functionality across homes, offices, and educational institutions.
Exterior Painting
Specialising in exterior wall painting for domestic and commercial properties, we use weather-resistant paints to protect surfaces from the elements. Our process includes crack filling, sanding, and priming to create durable finishes on brick, render, and wood. We handle door and window painting, minor repairs, and graffiti-resistant coatings for retail and industrial clients. Safety-certified teams ensure efficient execution while maintaining public safety through proper barriers and signage during projects.
Commercial Decorating
We revitalise commercial spaces including offices, retail units, and hospitality venues with minimal business disruption. Our team works evenings and weekends to accommodate client schedules, using low-VOC paints for indoor air quality. Services include branded colour schemes, wide-vinyl graphics, and durable coatings for high-traffic areas. With IPAF-certified staff, we handle multi-storey buildings and industrial units, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations throughout the East Midlands.
Educational Painting
DBS-checked painters deliver school and university painting projects with strict adherence to safety protocols. We use non-toxic, washable paints suitable for learning environments and work outside term times to minimise disruption. Our team handles classroom refreshes, corridor upgrades, and campus-wide projects, combining child-safe materials with durable finishes. With decades of experience in educational settings, we ensure vibrant, stimulating environments that meet institutional branding requirements.
Wallpaper Hanging
From traditional patterns to modern murals, our wallpapering service ensures perfect pattern matching and seamless joins. We prepare walls thoroughly with sanding and lining paper where needed, guaranteeing long-lasting adhesion. Clients receive expert advice on washable, durable options suitable for high-traffic areas. Our decorators handle both domestic and commercial installations, including textured wallpapers and bespoke feature walls, ensuring clean, professional results in Leicester and surrounding areas.
People
Alan Cox
Owner
With over 40 years in the industry, Alan Cox founded the company on principles of quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. He oversees project management, ensuring adherence to safety standards and timely delivery. His expertise in commercial and domestic painting guides the team's approach to every project.
Questions
What painting services do you offer in Leicester?
We provide interior and exterior painting, wallpapering, commercial decorating, educational institution painting, and industrial unit decoration across Leicester and the East Midlands.
Do you work with educational institutions?
Yes, we specialise in school and university painting projects with DBS-checked teams and child-safe, washable paints for minimal disruption during term breaks.
Are your painters certified for industrial work?
Our team holds IPAF certifications for working at heights and follows strict safety protocols for industrial painting projects in warehouses and factories.
How do you handle commercial projects?
We offer flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, to minimise business disruption while delivering branded colour schemes and durable finishes for offices and retail spaces.
What safety measures do you follow?
We conduct risk assessments, use PPE, implement safety barriers, and adhere to HSE regulations with regular team training to ensure secure working environments for all projects.
