How I learned to Wallpaper – a decorator

Professional decorator Mike Gregory talks about how he learned to wallpaper. This is quite an eye opener for anyone in the trade.

The Modern Decorator is King!!

Professional tradesman Mike Cupit explains a little bit about the modern decorator and how the industry has changed over the past few decades.

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How Much Does a Decorator Earn in the UK?

Professional tradesman Mike Gregory answers that age old question... How much does a decorator earn in the UK? You'd be surprised

Why Are Decorators So Expensive?

Professional tradesman Mike Cupit answers that age old question - Why are decorators so expensive? You'll see things differently after reading this!

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How to Start a Painting and Decorating Business

Professional decorator Mike Cupit explains everything you need to know about starting a decorating business. From marketing to liability insurance.

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Is it Worth Getting an NVQ in Decorating?

Professional decorator Pete Wilkinson tries to answer the question "Is it Worth Getting an NVQ in decorating?" After all, what does a piece of paper matter?

A new decorating apprenticeship

Should there be a new decorating apprenticeship that just covers spraying? The current qualification is useless for a young specialist.

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Do Decorators Need to be Qualified?

Do qualifications matter in professional painting and decorating? We asked members of an online forum for their views on the subject.

How much does a Decorator Charge to Paint a Ceiling?

Veteran of the trade, Mike Cupit finally answers that age old question, how much does a decorator charge to paint a Ceiling?

Heat, Height and Spray Painting Insurance Help

John Palmer from Coversure Poole gives decorators help with heat, height and spray painting insurance. This should help make things clearer.

Brushes are so last year. It’s all about spraying

Professional decorator Phil Beckwith explains why brushes are so last year and everyone should be using airless sprayers.

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Taking on a Decorating Apprentice

Professional painter and decorator Mike Gregory talks about the hardships when taking on an apprentice. Worth it in the end though.

How to Price a Decorating Job

Professional decorator Mike Cupit gives you the fundamentals of how to price a decorating job and the things you should consider.

Drop Your Standards in Decorating to Earn More Money

A genuine professional decorator explains why it is sometimes better to drop your standards to earn more money in the game.

Volunteer support leads to donation that will last years for Surrey disability charity

Christmas and January for a Self-Employed Decorator

Mike Cupit explains what it is like in the buildup to Christmas and during the month of January for a self-employed decorator.

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Basic Rules for The Self-Employed Decorator

Professional decorator Mike Gregory gives us some basic rules that every self-employed decorator needs to live by in order to succeed.

Five Top Tips on Getting Decorator’s Insurance

John Palmer, Managing director of Coversure Poole gives you his Five Top Tips on Getting Decorator’s Insurance which will also help you save money!

Is Dulux Select Worthwhile? A full Review

Is becoming a Dulux Select Decorator Worthwhile? We interviewed three well known select members in a bid to find out more.

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