Painting and decorating in Lichfield

Planning your decorating in Lichfield

Your decorating won't normally need planning permission or Building Regulations approval. The exception is a listed building in Lichfield, where changes may need listed building consent from Lichfield District Council.

Dry sanding and burning off lead paint release harmful dust and fumes.
Changing a dark colour to a light one usually needs an extra coat.
Older paint layers in homes built before the 1960s may contain lead.

Postcode district: WS13
Planning and building control: Lichfield District Council
From our West Bromwich base: 13 miles

Which options suit homes in Lichfield?

Exterior masonry and render

Cleaning, treating algae, filling cracks and applying masonry paint to rendered or pebbledashed walls. A good masonry paint protects the wall and keeps its colour. Exterior work on two-storey houses may need ladders, towers or scaffolding, which we include in the quote so you're not surprised.

Woodwork and doors

Skirting boards, architraves, doors, banisters and window boards are sanded, filled, primed where bare and finished in gloss, satin or eggshell. Water-based finishes dry faster and yellow less than oil-based ones. Getting woodwork right takes time, especially on older homes with many layers of paint.

How much should you budget in Lichfield?

Guide prices start at £280 and run to £3,500 depending on size and specification. Double bedroom: walls and ceiling in two coats of emulsion, with skirting, door and frame: around £380–£600.

Guide prices for painting and decorating
Option	Guide price	Good to know
Single room interior	£280 – £600	Walls and ceiling, two coats
Hall, stairs and landing	£650 – £1,200	Including woodwork and spindles
Exterior of a semi	£1,200 – £3,500	Masonry and woodwork, access included

Guide ranges include VAT where it applies. We confirm a fixed price for the agreed specification after visiting.

Painting and decorating in Lichfield: common questions

Can I stay in the house while you decorate?

Yes. We work room by room, so most of the house stays usable. Rooms being painted need clearing of small items and furniture moved to the middle. Water-based paints have little smell, but we'll keep rooms ventilated, and you may want to keep pets away while paint dries.

How do I book a survey in Lichfield?

Send the form on this page, use the guide-price tool or call 0800 088 6248 free. We'll ask a few questions about your decorating and arrange a time to visit.

Should I buy the paint myself?

You can, but we usually supply trade-quality paint, which covers better and lasts longer than many retail ranges. If you've chosen a particular brand or colour, tell us at survey and we'll price it in. Either way, the quote shows the paint type and the number of coats.

Does Lichfield District Council need to approve my decorating?

Not normally. The exception is a listed building, where Lichfield District Council would need to give listed building consent first.

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An itemised, room-by-room decorating quote is free: just book a survey in Lichfield.