Protect your property against the British elements with coatings built to last
Exterior decorating and coating for render, stucco, masonry and exposed joinery, specified for the building rather than for the catalogue.
Exterior work in NW3 is mostly render, stucco and masonry on pre-1919 buildings put together with flexible lime mortar, so the coating has to let the wall dry outwards. We begin with a moisture survey and a substrate assessment, pH test the plaster or masonry, and strip back any modern impermeable coating that is holding water in — that trapped moisture is usually what caused the blown render and the flaking you can already see. Friable surfaces are stabilised, then the specification follows the building: a breathable masonry coating or limewash on lime-based elevations, or Keim Granital mineral silicate where the facade needs to last. Keim, developed in Bavaria in 1878, works by silicification — the potassium silicate binder penetrates the masonry and forms a permanent chemical bond, so the finish is part of the wall rather than a film sitting on top of it. Every elevation is checked in raking light before the access comes down.
Each of these is priced after survey and shown as its own line, so the decorating figure stays the decorating figure.
Pressure washing and cleaning down
Scraping & Sanding Loose Paint
Repairing Cracks & Wood Rot
Priming Exposed Surfaces
Application of Weather-Resistant Paint
Final Walkthrough
Tell us about your exterior painting project. The survey is free, and your written quote follows within 24–48 hours of your survey.
Every project is covered by £10 million of public liability insurance. Certificate available on request before work begins.
Our two-year workmanship guarantee covers our labour and application. Materials carry the manufacturer's own warranty. If our workmanship fails within that period, we return and put it right.
11 years working on period and contemporary homes across NW3 and North London.
Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 103+ client reviews.
You receive a detailed written quote within 24–48 hours of your survey.
| Scope | Guide price | Time on site |
|---|---|---|
| Terraced or semi-detached house, full exterior | £3,500–£10,000 | 2–3 weeks |
| Large detached house, full exterior | £8,000–£22,000 | 3–5 weeks |
Access sits inside these bands rather than arriving later as an extra. The survey settles whether the elevation needs a scaffold or a tower, and the quotation carries it as its own line.
Guide figures for planning, confirmed by the free survey. Whether VAT applies is stated on your written quotation.
Our crews work 8:00am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday, and Saturday mornings by arrangement.
Please remove small, fragile and valuable items from the rooms being decorated; we move larger furniture to the centre of the room, shroud it, and protect floors and fixtures.
Every project benefits from 11 years of specialist experience, premium materials, and an unwavering commitment to craftsmanship.
Comprehensive substrate assessment including moisture mapping and adhesion testing before any paint is applied
Specialist scaffolding and access solutions for multi-storey properties, mansard roofs, and basement lightwells
Weather-resistant coating systems selected to withstand North London's exposure, from masonry paint to microporous timber finishes
Full masonry repair, crack filling, and render patching integrated into the preparation programme
We specify and apply only the finest coatings and materials, selected for performance, longevity, and aesthetic quality.
Every exterior painting project includes a complimentary colour and finish consultation. We help you select the right products for your substrate, light conditions, and aesthetic goals before any work begins.
Pick your postcode for local prices, access notes and the property types we see most.
Professional painting and decorating services in NW3 - Hampstead, Swiss Cottage, Belsize Park, and Primrose Hill. Our home base, decorating NW3 properties since 2015.
Expert painting services in NW6 covering West Hampstead, Kilburn, Queens Park, and South Hampstead. Competitive pricing with premium quality.
Trusted painters in NW11 serving Golders Green, Hampstead Garden Suburb, and Childs Hill. Family homes and commercial properties.
Premium painting and decorating services in Highgate N6. Heritage-aware interior and exterior specialists for village houses, family homes, flats, and carefully managed period properties.
High-end painters and decorators in St John's Wood NW8. Interior and exterior specialists for villas, apartments, mansion blocks, family homes, shops, and managed properties.
Professional painters and decorators in Maida Vale W9. Interior and exterior painting for mansion flats, family houses, apartments, shops, and common parts throughout Maida Vale and Little Venice.
Commercial and residential painting in NW1 - Camden, King's Cross, and Regent's Park areas. From studios to large developments.
Professional painters in NW5 covering Kentish Town, Tufnell Park, Dartmouth Park, and Gospel Oak. Quality service at competitive prices.
Painting services in N1 Islington, Barnsbury, and Canonbury. Georgian townhouse specialists and modern apartment experts.
Trusted painters in N5 Highbury. Victorian and Edwardian property specialists with modern apartment experience.
Premium painters and decorators in Crouch End and Hornsey N8. Victorian terraces, Edwardian semis, and period conversion flats across Crouch End Broadway, Weston Park, and Tottenham Lane.
Specialist painters and decorators in Muswell Hill N10. Edwardian and inter-war properties, Arts and Crafts houses, and period flats along Muswell Hill Broadway, Alexandra Park Road, and Pages Lane.
Where we work most often: Hampstead, Hampstead Heath, West Hampstead, South Hampstead, Belsize Park, Primrose Hill, Swiss Cottage, Finchley Road, Highgate, Archway, St John's Wood, Regent's Park, Golders Green, and Maida Vale.
Exterior Painting for georgian townhouses and victorian villas in Hampstead Village, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Hampstead Village →Exterior Painting for detached victorian villas and grand edwardian houses in Hampstead Heath, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Hampstead Heath →Exterior Painting for mansion block flats and victorian terraces in Belsize Park, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Belsize Park →Exterior Painting for mansion blocks and modern apartments in Swiss Cottage, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Swiss Cottage →Exterior Painting for detached villas and luxury apartments in Frognal, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Frognal →Exterior Painting for stucco terraces and victorian villas in Primrose Hill, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Primrose Hill →Exterior Painting for victorian terraces and edwardian houses in West Hampstead, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for West Hampstead →Exterior Painting for mansion flats and victorian conversions in South Hampstead, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for South Hampstead →Exterior Painting for detached villas and luxury apartments in St John's Wood, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for St John's Wood →Exterior Painting for nash terrace stucco mansions and victorian villas in Regent's Park, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Regent's Park →Exterior Painting for georgian houses and victorian villas in Highgate, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Highgate →Exterior Painting for victorian terraces and edwardian houses in Archway, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Archway →Exterior Painting for 1930s semi-detached and edwardian family homes in Golders Green, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Golders Green →Exterior Painting for arts and crafts houses and detached family homes in Hampstead Garden Suburb, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Hampstead Garden Suburb →Exterior Painting for mansion flats and canal-side apartments in Maida Vale, with local coverage for residential, commercial, internal, and external works where relevant.
Local detail for Maida Vale →See how this service performs on real projects across North London.

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Read case study →Answers to the questions our Hampstead clients ask most often.
The optimal window for exterior painting in North London is April through October, when temperatures are consistently above 5°C and humidity is lower. We monitor weather forecasts daily and will never apply coatings in unsuitable conditions. Early autumn and late spring often offer the most stable painting weather.
With proper preparation and premium coatings, a professional exterior paint job in Hampstead should last six to ten years on masonry and three to five years on painted timber, depending on exposure, substrate and paint system. South-facing elevations with high UV exposure may need attention sooner. Our two-year workmanship guarantee covers our labour and application. Materials carry the manufacturer's own warranty.
Yes, we coordinate all scaffolding, cherry picker access, and safety requirements. We work with licensed scaffolding contractors who are experienced with period properties in conservation areas. All access equipment is erected and inspected to current HSE standards before work begins.
Absolutely. We carry out all necessary masonry repairs, crack stitching, render patching, and timber repairs as part of our preparation phase. Addressing these issues before painting is essential for a durable finish and helps prevent future water ingress and paint failure.
We work across Hampstead Village, Hampstead Heath, Belsize Park, Swiss Cottage, Frognal, Primrose Hill from our Finchley Road base. If your street is not listed, call us — we cover most of NW and N London and will tell you honestly if a job is outside our patch.
Stucco-fronted terraces, rendered semis and detached villas, including multi-storey elevations with mansard roofs and basement lightwells. Access shapes an exterior job more than the coating does, so we price scaffold or tower hire up front, and we are used to conservation-area frontages where the existing profiles have to be kept.
Practical homeowner guides on prep, costs and local logistics — written for Hampstead and nearby neighbourhoods.
Exterior painting in NW3 protects your home from the elements while enhancing its kerb appeal. Our guide covers preparation, paint choice, and what to expect from professional painters.
Realistic exterior painting price ranges for NW3, NW6, N6, NW8 and nearby areas — what drives cost, when scaffolding matters, and how to compare quotes fairly.
How professional wallpaper hanging works in period homes and mansion flats — lining, pattern waste, designer papers, and local delivery across NW3, NW8 and nearby areas.
Between-tenancy painting budgets for NW3, NW6, N6 and NW8 rentals — what agents should expect, how long voids take, and how to compare decorator quotes.
What to paint before listing in Hampstead, Belsize Park, Highgate and nearby areas — neutral palettes, kerb appeal, timelines, and ROI-focused decorating.
Which premium paint brand suits period plaster, north-facing rooms, and busy family homes across NW3, NW6, N6 and NW8 — and when we specify each.
Pricing, brands, specialist briefs and local exterior painting pages for the neighbourhoods we serve most.
Indicative bands for interiors, exteriors and specialist work.
Interactive estimate before you book a survey.
Farrow & Ball, Little Greene, Mylands, Keim and more.
Palette advice for period and contemporary homes.
Voids, changeovers and portfolio programmes.
Neutral finishes and kerb appeal before listing.
200+ homeowner guides for rooms, defects and hiring painters.
Free survey across North London, written quote within 24–48 hours of your survey.
Postcode hubs and neighbourhood guides.
Local exterior painting page for Hampstead Village (NW3).
Local exterior painting page for Hampstead Heath (NW3).
Local exterior painting page for Belsize Park (NW3).
Local exterior painting page for Swiss Cottage (NW3).
Local exterior painting page for Frognal (NW3).
Local exterior painting page for Primrose Hill (NW3).
We provide exterior painting across Hampstead and surrounding North London areas. Click any area for local pricing, timelines, and examples.
Many of our projects combine multiple specialist services for a comprehensive result.

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