Yes, we work in Hexham. The market town is around 19 miles west of Newcastle along the Tyne valley, and we are happy to travel out for interior and exterior decorating jobs there and in the surrounding Tynedale villages.
Hexham has a wonderful stock of older stone buildings, from Georgian and Victorian townhouses near the Abbey to cottages on the edges of town, alongside more modern family homes. Each brings different requirements, and we take the time to understand the building before suggesting how to decorate it. Whatever you have in mind, from a single room to a full repaint of a period property, get in touch and we will arrange a visit and a free, no-obligation quote.
Every service below is available to homes and businesses in Hexham.
Interior painting for homes in Hexham, covering walls, ceilings and woodwork with careful preparation, protected furnishings and a smooth, even finish throughout.
Exterior painting for homes in Hexham, covering walls, fascias, doors and window frames, with thorough preparation and coatings suited to local weather conditions.
Commercial painting for offices, shops and hospitality venues in Hexham, planned around opening hours with tidy, well-organised work areas and minimal disruption to trade.
Complete decorating projects for homes in Hexham, combining wallpaper and paint in one planned job, from stripping and preparation through to the finished room.
Whole-house painting and decorating for homeowners in Hexham, planned room by room so the work fits around moving dates, family routines and everyday life.
Woodwork painting for homes in Hexham, including doors, skirting boards, architraves and banisters, carefully sanded and finished in a durable sheen of your choice.
Wallpaper hanging for homes in Hexham, from lining paper to bold patterns and murals, with careful preparation, accurate pattern matching and neat joins.
Wallpaper stripping for homes in Hexham, including stubborn woodchip and painted-over paper, with walls repaired and prepared ready for paint or new wallpaper.
Interior decorating for homes in Hexham, with practical guidance on colours and finishes and careful work that brings walls, woodwork and ceilings together.
Interior wall painting for homes in Hexham, with careful filling and sanding, mist coats on new plaster, and paints chosen for how each room is used.
Single room painting for homes in Hexham, from bedrooms and nurseries to kitchens and bathrooms, scheduled around family life and finished neatly.
Feature wall painting for homes in Hexham, from a single bold accent wall to arches, colour blocking and panelling effects, set out precisely with sharp edges.
Ceiling painting for homes in Hexham, including stained, cracked, textured and high ceilings, with careful repairs, safe access and an even, flat finish.
Home interior decorators working with homeowners in Hexham on full interior refreshes, planning several rooms in a sensible order with care for period features.
Wall painting for properties in Hexham, inside and out, with repairs, careful preparation and the right paint for plaster, brick, render or masonry.
Masonry painting for homes in Hexham, refreshing render, pebbledash and painted brick with breathable coatings and honest advice on which walls suit paint.
Weatherproof exterior coatings for homes in Hexham, protecting render, masonry and timber from North East rain and wind, applied in suitable drying conditions.
Floor painting for properties in Hexham, covering garage and concrete floors, timber floorboards and porches, with thorough preparation and hard-wearing floor paints.
Garden painting in Hexham for fences, sheds, decking, summerhouses and garden walls, with careful preparation and the right stain or paint for each surface.
Hexham grew up around Hexham Abbey, and its historic centre, with the Market Place, the Old Gaol and narrow streets of stone buildings, is protected as a conservation area. Many properties in the centre are listed. Beyond the core, there are Victorian and Edwardian villas and terraces climbing the hillside, twentieth century semis and bungalows, and newer developments on the edges of town. The setting, above the River Tyne and surrounded by countryside, means weather and topography both play a part in how homes age.
Stone is the dominant building material, and it shapes decorating choices. Older solid stone walls need to breathe, so modern vinyl emulsions and acrylic masonry paints can trap moisture, leading to flaking paint, salts appearing on the surface or damp patches inside. Where walls have been coated in the past, we look carefully at what was used and recommend breathable alternatives such as mineral or lime-compatible paints where appropriate. Our masonry painting service covers that kind of considered exterior work.
Inside period homes, you may find high ceilings, cornices, shutters, deep window reveals and panelled doors, all deserving patient preparation. Older plaster is often lime-based and can be softer than modern gypsum, so filling and sanding need a gentle hand. Our house painting service is suited to these whole-home projects.
If your home is listed or within the conservation area, some changes to external colours or finishes may need consent from Northumberland County Council, so it is wise to check first. The valley climate brings frost and damp mornings, so exterior work is best planned for the drier months.
A common cause is non-breathable paint trapping moisture in the stone. As water tries to escape, it pushes the paint off, often bringing salts with it. Failing gutters or pointing can make it worse. The fix is usually to remove loose coatings, address any water sources and use a breathable masonry paint.
Ordinary vinyl emulsion forms a fairly impermeable layer, which is not ideal on lime plaster because it can trap moisture. Breathable paints such as clay, mineral or specialist breathable emulsions are better suited. If the walls already have modern paint and are performing well, careful repainting may be fine. We assess each case individually.
If your home is listed, changes that affect its character, which can include changing external colours or using a different type of paint, may require listed building consent. Like-for-like repainting is generally acceptable. Northumberland County Council's conservation officers can advise, and we are happy to follow any guidance they give.
Hallways in larger Victorian houses often have tall walls, a staircase, dado rails and decorative cornicing. A tough, washable paint below the dado, a lighter colour above, and contrasting woodwork can look striking. Allowing time for preparation of the banisters and spindles is important to get a smooth, lasting finish.
Hexham can have cold, damp mornings and frost into spring, which slows drying and can spoil fresh paint. Exterior work is best done from late spring to early autumn, starting once surfaces have dried out from overnight dew. We keep a close eye on forecasts and allow adequate drying time between coats.
They transformed our Fenham kitchen with vibrant colours and flawless application.
Friendly painters, clear communication, and a beautiful result. Our Byker flat looks brand new.
Excellent exterior work on our semi, weatherproof paint that still looks fresh after heavy rain.
Yes. Hexham is within our service area, around 19 miles from our base in Westerhope. We also cover nearby Acomb, Corbridge, Slaley, Riding Mill and the surrounding Tynedale villages, planning our visits to make the most of each trip.
Yes, quotes are free and there is no obligation. Sending some photos first through our contact page helps us understand the job, and we will then arrange a visit to look at the property and talk through the details.
We do. Older properties need careful preparation, patience and the right products for stone and old plaster. We are happy to follow any conditions from the council and can advise on breathable paints that suit stone and lime-based materials.
Yes. We can decorate shops, cafes and offices, inside and out, and can plan work around opening times. For external work on buildings in the conservation area, we recommend checking any requirements with the council first.
We can apply any paint brand you choose, including heritage ranges, and can source products for you if you prefer. We will advise you if a particular product is not suitable for the surface or the conditions.
We plan jobs further afield in longer blocks, so we can make steady progress without lots of short visits. When we quote, we will explain how the work would be scheduled and roughly how long it should take.
Send us a few details and we will be in touch to talk through the work and arrange your free quote.
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