Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Professional Painting & Decorating Services in Cumbria
Established in 1968, we are a family-run painting and decorating business serving West Cumbria. Our team combines decades of experience with formal qualifications, including City and Guilds certifications and NVQs. As members of Dulux Select Decorators and Trustmark, we provide guaranteed workmanship with a 24-month warranty on residential projects. Our approach prioritises customer needs, offering tailored advice on materials, wallpapers, and complementary interior solutions. We maintain Victor Wilkinson's founding principles of quality and professionalism while adapting to modern requirements.Our small team includes apprentices, ensuring skills development and continuity. We specialise in both traditional and contemporary decorating techniques, serving private and commercial clients. Our reputation spans generations, with some customers being third-generation clients. We offer flexible working hours to accommodate client schedules. Our commitment to excellence has made us West Cumbria's longest-serving Dulux Select members.
Services
Painting & Decorating
Wallpaper Installation
Curtain Design
Plaster Coving
Ceramic Tiling
Details
- Year established: 1968
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of local decorating expertise
- Certified tradespeople with City and Guilds qualifications
- 24-month workmanship guarantee on residential projects
- West Cumbria's longest-serving Dulux Select members
- Family-run business with generational client relationships
Associations and certifications
- Dulux Select Decorators
- Trustmark
What people say
Job well done
House sold within 3 days
Services
Painting & Decorating
We offer comprehensive interior and exterior painting services using premium materials. Our team handles residential and commercial projects, providing surface preparation, colour consultation, and finish recommendations. With decades of experience, we ensure precise application and attention to detail across all property types.
Wallpaper Installation
Our professional wallpapering service includes pattern matching and wall preparation. We advise on suitable paper types for different environments and can source materials directly for client convenience. This service ensures seamless application for both traditional and modern wall coverings.
Curtain Design
We design and install custom curtains to complement wall treatments. This includes fabric selection, made-to-measure production, and professional hanging. Our service ensures perfect coordination between soft furnishings and decorative schemes for cohesive interior design.
Plaster Coving
We supply and fit both plain and ornate plaster coving. Our installation ensures precise joints and seamless finishes. This service enhances room aesthetics with period-appropriate or contemporary cornice designs, adding architectural interest to ceilings.
Ceramic Tiling
Our ceramic wall tiling service covers bathroom and kitchen installations. We prepare surfaces, cut tiles to fit, and apply waterproofing where required. This durable finishing option provides both decorative and protective benefits for high-moisture areas.
People
Sean Wilkinson
Owner
Third-generation decorator with 25+ years' experience. Manages daily operations while maintaining hands-on involvement in projects. Holds advanced decorating qualifications and industry scheme memberships.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve West Cumbria, including Workington and surrounding areas.
Do you offer guarantees on work?
Yes, residential decoration carries a 24-month guarantee through Dulux Select and Trustmark schemes.
Are your team qualified?
All tradespeople hold City and Guilds certificates or NVQs in Painting and Decorating.
Can you help with material selection?
We provide expert advice on paints, wallpapers, and complementary soft furnishings for complete interior solutions.
How long have you been in business?
Established in 1968, we've provided decorating services for over 55 years as a family business.
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