Chelsea Painters & Decorators
Property types
The building and its existing surfaces shape the work. These guides set out what to consider when preparing your brief.
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Victorian terraces
A terrace can contain several generations of plaster, joinery and paint. Assess each surface before choosing one preparation method for the whole house.
Read about victorian terraces 02Mansion blocks
Decoration in a mansion block needs a clear boundary between the private flat and shared areas. Check the building arrangements before agreeing access.
Read about mansion blocks 03Garden square houses
A consistent façade does not establish the requirements for an individual house. Review the existing coating and property documents before changing exterior finishes.
Read about garden square houses 04Stucco-fronted properties
The condition of stucco or render matters more than the apparent simplicity of a painted façade. Repairs and water entry need attention before coating.
Read about stucco-fronted properties 05Riverside apartments
A riverside view does not determine the correct paint. Assess the actual room, surface and building requirements before choosing a finish.
Read about riverside apartments 06Mews houses
A mews decorating project needs a practical access and storage plan. Compact circulation and closely connected rooms can influence the order of work.
Read about mews houses 07Basement rooms
A basement decorating brief should begin with condition, ventilation and any history of leaks or damp. A new finish cannot resolve an active underlying problem.
Read about basement rooms 08Commercial premises
A commercial decorating brief should describe how the premises operate as well as what is to be painted. Access and protection need to be planned around that use.
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