Interior Painters in Sunderland
Foxglove Decor are professional interior painters in Sunderland with over 20 years painting Tyne & Wear homes.
Our interior painting service covers walls, ceilings, woodwork, and decorative features—with proper preparation, trade-quality paints, and full furniture protection.
From Victorian terraces to 1960s estates and modern developments, we handle every property type across Sunderland.
Call 01917436008 for a free quote.
Our Interior Painting Services
Wall Painting – Professional preparation and smooth coverage for all wall types, from Victorian horsehair plaster to modern plasterboard.
Living Room Painting – Complete living room decoration covering walls, ceilings, woodwork, and period features like cornicing.
Staircase Painting – Hallway, stairs, and landing painting with safe height access for walls, handrails, spindles, and skirting.
Wallpapering – Professional wallpaper hanging with pattern matching and feature walls.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting – Transform tired cabinets with proper preparation and durable paint systems.
Ceiling Painting – Safe height access with even coverage and no drips.
Woodwork & Trim – Doors, skirting boards, window frames, and architraves finished with trade satinwood or gloss.
Whether you need a single room or complete house painting, our Sunderland interior painters deliver consistent quality throughout.
Why Choose Our Interior Painters?
20 Years’ Local Experience
Two decades painting homes across Tyne & Wear means we understand every property type—Victorian high ceilings, 1960s estates, and modern developments.
12 Month Warranty
Any workmanship defects within the first year, we fix at no cost.
Trade-Quality Materials
Dulux Trade and Johnstone’s Trade paints provide superior coverage and longer life than retail products. Low-VOC formulations minimize odour.
Professional Standards
Full furniture protection. Clean cutting-in. Methodical room-by-room approach. Your property stays spotless.
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Our Interior Painting Process
1. Free Home Visit & Quote
Call 01917436008 for a home visit. We assess wall and woodwork condition, discuss colours, and identify any issues. You receive a clear written quote with realistic timeline.
2. Preparation Work
We fill cracks and holes using flexible fillers for walls and wood filler for timber. Surfaces are sanded smooth, dust removed, and primers applied. Proper preparation makes paint last ten years.
3. Professional Painting
Furniture and floors protected with dust sheets. Ceilings first, walls second, woodwork last—preventing drips and ensuring clean edges. Modern low-VOC paints minimize smell.
4. Clean Finish & Inspection
We inspect every section for missed spots. Touch-ups completed, dust sheets removed, work area cleaned. You get a thorough walkthrough.
Sunderland Property Types We Paint
Victorian & Edwardian Properties
High ceilings (10-12 feet) require proper equipment. Original cornicing and picture rails need patient cutting-in. Deep skirting boards and four-panel doors demand multiple coats. Horsehair plaster shows thickness variations requiring careful filling.
1960s-70s New Town Housing
Washington was designated a new town in 1964, with housing built to Parker Morris Standards. These estates feature lower ceilings (7-8 feet), smooth plaster, and timber-framed windows. Many homeowners update dark wood trim to lighter colours—requiring deglossing and oil-based primers. Open-plan layouts mean coordinating finishes across connected spaces.
Ex-Mining Housing
Ex-colliery housing was built quickly with varying materials. Internal walls sometimes show movement cracks from settlement—we assess whether these need monitoring or simple filling.
Modern Estates
Newer developments have plasterboard throughout. These surfaces need mist coating (diluted first coat) before full-strength paints—skip this and paint won’t adhere properly.
2026 Interior Painting Trends
Sunderland homeowners increasingly favour warmer, more comfortable interiors reflecting broader UK trends:
Earthy Neutrals Replace Cool Greys
Beige, taupe, clay, gentle ochres, and soft greens dominate colour consultations. The stark white and cool grey era has ended.
Creamy Whites Over Brilliant Whites
Off-whites with warm undertones create softer, more inviting rooms than harsh brilliant whites.
Comfortcore Design
Intentional comfort drives colour and finish choices. Matte wall finishes, tactile textures, and gentle tones make rooms feel restful rather than clinical.
We guide you through current trends while ensuring choices suit your property style and lighting conditions.
Interior Painting Costs in Sunderland
Interior painting costs depend on room size, surface condition, and preparation requirements.
Pricing Factors
A bedroom in good condition costs less than a living room with cracked plaster requiring extensive filling and preparation. Victorian properties with ornate woodwork and high ceilings typically cost more than modern smooth-plaster rooms.
Typical Project Timelines
Single bedrooms: 2-3 days. Large living rooms: 4-5 days. Hallway, stairs, and landing: 6-7 days. Whole house (3-bed): 2-3 weeks.
Honest Pricing
Every quote is free and based on your specific project. We provide honest prices for work done properly.
Call 01917436008 to discuss your rooms and receive an accurate quote.
Professional Interior Painting Methods
Clean Cutting-In
We create crisp lines where walls meet ceilings, around door frames, and along skirting boards—no masking tape gaps or wobbly edges.
Proper Equipment
Extension poles for ceilings, quality brushes for cutting-in, rollers sized for each surface. Correct tools make visible differences.
Methodical Approach
Rooms done properly. Adequate drying time between coats. Proper ventilation. Attention to details like light switches, radiators, and hinges.
Areas We Serve
We serve Sunderland and the surrounding areas.
Our interior painters cover all Sunderland areas including the city centre, Roker, Seaburn, Hendon, Southwick, Castletown, and surrounding districts.
We work across Washington, Houghton-le-Spring, and the wider Tyne & Wear region.
From Victorian terraces in the heritage areas to new housing estates, we handle every property type with the same professional standards.
Call 01917436008 to discuss your interior painting project—wherever you are in Sunderland.
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