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Exterior painting that protects your home

Weatherproof exterior painting from verified decorators. Masonry, render, cladding, fascias and exterior coatings that protect UK homes. Free quotes.

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UK weather is unforgiving, and a good exterior paint job is protection as much as decoration. Our verified decorators use breathable masonry paints and weather-resistant systems that keep damp out and keep kerb appeal high for years.

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What's included

What a verified exterior painting quote covers

Breathable masonry paint suitable for UK climates

Render repair, crack filling and stabilising primer

Cladding, fascia, soffit and gutter painting

Pressure washing and full surface preparation

Damp-resistant and algae-resistant coating systems

Scaffolding and access equipment arranged safely

Typical projects

Projects our decorators handle every week

Masonry repaint

Full exterior walls washed, repaired and coated in a breathable paint system with a five to ten year finish life.

Pebbledash and render homes

Specialist prep and long-nap roller or spray application that protects textured surfaces without clogging.

Timber and cladding care

Oil or water-based systems for shiplap, board-on-board and weatherboarding, including repairs and knotting.

Cost guide

Typical exterior painting costs in the UK

Exterior painting is quoted on property size, access, condition and coatings. These typical UK ranges cover labour and standard materials.

Project	Typical range
Terraced house exterior	£800 – £1,500
Semi-detached house exterior	£1,200 – £2,500
Detached house exterior	£2,000 – £4,000
Masonry painting, per m²	£8 – £15

Scaffolding, repairs or highly weathered surfaces can move a quote outside these ranges, so compare itemised quotes before booking.

How it works

Three steps to your finished project

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FAQ

Exterior Painting: frequently asked questions

Late spring through early autumn offers the best drying conditions in the UK. Modern masonry paints can tolerate cooler temperatures, but decorators avoid painting in rain, frost or direct blazing sun.

Most UK homes need repainting every five to ten years. Rendered and coastal properties usually sit at the shorter end of that range.

Yes, especially for older solid-wall homes. Non-breathable coatings trap moisture and can cause blistering, damp and long-term damage to render and brickwork.

Your decorator will include access requirements in the quote, either with tower scaffolding, ladders with stabilisers or a full scaffold hire for taller properties.

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