Painting your home can feel like a fun weekend project, a few brushes, a tin of paint, and you’re set. But once you start, you realise it’s not as simple as it looks. From uneven coats to messy edges and peeling finishes, DIY painting often leads to frustration. That’s why more homeowners across London turn to professional painters and decorators. At Decoration Touch, we believe that every wall deserves the perfect finish, and here’s why leaving the job to professionals is worth it.
Painting may look easy on YouTube videos, but achieving a flawless finish requires years of practice. Professionals know how to:
- Prepare surfaces properly (filling cracks, sanding, priming).
- Use the right tools for the right surfaces.
- Apply coats evenly, avoiding drips and streaks.
For example, skirting boards, ceilings, and door frames all require different techniques. A DIYer may struggle with neat edges, but a professional decorator has the steady hand and experience to make it seamless.
What might take you several weekends can often be completed by a pro in just a few days. Time is precious, and by hiring experts, you avoid:
- Moving heavy furniture around by yourself.
- Spending hours on prep and cleanup.
- Losing evenings and weekends to painting.
Instead, you can enjoy your free time while your home is being transformed.
A professional doesn’t just show up with a brush and roller, they bring ladders, drop cloths, fillers, sanders, sprayers, and specialist tools. They also know which paint brands work best for each surface, ensuring a longer-lasting result.
For example, applying the wrong type of paint in a bathroom could lead to peeling due to moisture. A professional knows to use moisture-resistant paint in such spaces.
DIY jobs often show imperfections within months, bubbling, peeling, or uneven coverage. Professionals focus on:
- Proper surface preparation.
- Using primer where needed.
- Applying multiple coats correctly.
This means your paint job can last 5 to10 years without the need for redoing.
Painting often requires working on ladders, handling solvents, and lifting heavy tins. Professionals are trained and insured to manage these safely. Hiring a reputable decorator means peace of mind, if anything goes wrong, you’re covered.
It’s a common myth that DIY saves money. In reality:
- You may spend more buying tools you’ll never use again.
- Mistakes can cost more to fix.
- Low-quality paints often require multiple tins and more coats.
By hiring professionals, you invest once and get lasting results.
We are always asked what tips we can give for a top decoration job:
- Always choose neutral shades for resale value.
- Use durable paints in high-traffic areas.
- Don’t skip preparation – 80% of a good paint job is in the prep.
A professional painter and decorator don’t just paint your walls; they transform your home. You’ll save time, avoid stress, and enjoy a flawless, lasting finish that you simply can’t achieve.
Thinking about giving your home a fresh new look? Contact Decoration Touch today and let our experts bring colour, style, and finish to your space.