RESIDENTIAL DECORATING IN LONDON
High-end private residences.
From single-room refreshes to whole-house programmes across SW1, SW3, SW7, SW10, W1, W2, W8, W11 and W14. Designer-led or direct private client.
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LONDON · PRIME RESIDENTIAL
High-End Residential Painters & Decorators London
Period stucco terraces, listed Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian houses, and architect-led residential schemes across Belgravia, Chelsea, Mayfair, Holland Park and the City of London. Interior decorating across the full range of London period properties — single-room schemes to whole-house programmes.
4.9 / 5average rating
175+verified reviews
1959est. — 65 years of craft
£10 millionpublic liability cover
Welcome to Borthwick Decorators London
Borthwick Decorators works across prime London — Belgravia, Chelsea, Mayfair, Knightsbridge, Holland Park, Kensington, Notting Hill, Westminster, City of London and Westbourne Grove. Period property expertise: listed Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian properties, Regency stucco, mansion flats. From single-room schemes to whole-house programmes, designer-led or direct private client.
High-end decoration for prime London property.
London is Borthwick’s longest-running established outside-of-headquarters presence. Award-winning painting and decorating across the capital for over six decades, recognised by the Painting and Decorating Association for excellence in heritage restoration. Four decades of work on the Royal Borough’s listed Regency stucco terraces, Westminster’s Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian streets, and the garden-square mansions of Notting Hill and Holland Park.
We work to designer briefs (Plain English, Devol, RIBA-led residential practices) and architect specifications. Our London projects are typically three- to twelve-month whole-house programmes; the kind of work that demands continuity, restraint, and a foreman who can hold the line on quality across long timelines.
COMMERCIAL DECORATING IN LONDON
Hotels, theatres, offices.
Borthwick is one of London's most trusted commercial painting contractors. We've transformed boutique hotels in Mayfair, theatres in the West End, and corporate headquarters in the City — with minimal disruption to operations.
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Our painting and decorating services in London
INTERIORS · RESIDENTIAL
Single rooms to whole-house programmes
From a single room refresh to multi-year whole-house schemes. Designer-led or direct private client. Farrow & Ball, Little Greene, Paint & Paper Library, designer wallpaper hanging.
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HERITAGE
Listed-building & period restoration
Period-correct decoration of Category I and II listed London properties. Conservation officer specification, period-appropriate finishes, hand-applied.
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STUCCO
Exterior stucco & masonry
Breathable masonry coatings for white-stucco London elevations, plus localised stucco repairs and making-good. Scaffold-mounted work coordinated with RBKC and Westminster.
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DECORATIVE
Polished plaster & Venetian finishes
Marmorino, polished plaster, Venetian stucco — single rooms or whole homes. Hallways, libraries, principal bathrooms.
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KITCHENS
Hand-painted kitchens London
In-situ kitchen cabinet painting for bespoke kitchens. Spray and brush finishes. Plain English, Devol, bespoke joiners.
Learn moreLONDON NEIGHBOURHOODS
Prime residential coverage.
Each neighbourhood has its own character; each property type its own demands.
LONDON · CHELSEA SW3 · SW10
Chelsea
Painters in Chelsea →LONDON · BELGRAVIA
Belgravia
Painters in Belgravia →LONDON · MAYFAIR
Mayfair
Painters in Mayfair →LONDON · KNIGHTSBRIDGE
Knightsbridge
Painters in Knightsbridge →LONDON · KENSINGTON
Kensington
Painters in Kensington →LONDON · NOTTINGHILL
Notting Hill
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Covering all prime SW, W, NW1 and EC postcodes. Call our London team on 0203 633 1700. Postcodes covered: SW1W, SW1X, SW3, SW7, SW10, W1J, W1K, W1S, W2, W8, W11, W14, EC1A, EC1M, EC1N, EC1R, EC1V, EC1Y, EC2A, EC2M, EC2N, EC2R, EC2V, EC2Y, EC3A, EC3M, EC3N, EC3R, EC3V, EC4A, EC4M, EC4N, EC4R, EC4V, EC4Y.
PRICING GUIDE
How much does a London Decorator cost?
Indicative pricing for typical projects. Final pricing confirmed after on-site review.
| Scope | Typical range | Programme | Notes / assumptions |
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| Repaint single reception room (high-end) | £900–£1,800 | 1–2 days | Walls/ceilings/woodwork; good condition |
| Full flat repaint (2-bed premium) | £3,500–£7,000 | 5–10 days | Includes prep; minor repairs only |
| Hand-painted kitchen (10–20 doors) | £1,800–£3,600 | 3–5 days | Brush/roller; on-site, no spraying |
| Townhouse exterior (stucco frontage) | £8,000–£18,000 | 7–14 days | Access/scaffold extra if complex |
| FOH refresh – boutique hotel floor | £4,000–£9,000 | 2–4 nights | Low-odour, silent sanding |
| Office CAT-B (per m²) | £16–£28 / m² | Varies | Open areas + meeting rooms |
| Sash window repaint (per window) | £280–£480 | Varies | Sound timber; repairs extra |
Prices exclude VAT, access/scaffold where unusual, and major substrate repairs. Conditions vary; we confirm fixed pricing after an on-site review or detailed photos.
AWARD WINNING
2025 Cultural Renovation Project of the Year
2025 Residential Category
2024 Private Domestic (Pre-1919) Project of the Year — Contract Manager 2024
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OUR LONDON STORY
A craft firm on London stucco.
Borthwick has worked in London for over four decades. The decision to expand to the capital was made on the basis of the work: the Royal Borough’s listed Georgian and Regency stock, the prime-market interior designers headquartered in Pimlico and Chelsea, the architect practices working on whole-house residential programmes.
We operate from a London office at 60 St Martins Lane with a dedicated crew, but every foreman is a Borthwick — same training, same standards, same continuity that’s defined the firm for over six decades since 1959.
On London’s Georgian stucco and Regency terraces, our exterior painters in London work in heritage masonry coatings with full joinery reinstatement.
About BorthwickWHY US
Why discerning clients choose Borthwick.
Unmatched Expertise
From Grade I listed townhouses to contemporary penthouses, our teams have the skills and experience to deliver exceptional results in any residential setting.
Trusted & Vetted
Fully vetted with £10 million public liability insurance and comprehensive accreditations including Scotland Trusted Trader and Trading Standards approval.
Minimal Disruption
Your home stays liveable while the work is on. Our teams keep the site clean, tidy and safe from the first day to the last, and tidy up properly at the end of each day.
Attention to Detail
Every project receives the same meticulous attention, whether it's a single room refresh or a complete property transformation.
OUR PROCESS
How we work on every project.
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Initial Consultation
Understanding your vision and requirements
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Detailed Quote
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs
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Colour & Finish Consultation
Expert advice on achieving your desired look
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Preparation
Thorough preparation ensures lasting results
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Expert Application
Skilled craftsmen delivering flawless finishes
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Final Inspection
Ensuring every detail meets our exacting standards
We had a great experience with Borthwick Decorators. The team was professional, friendly, and kept us informed throughout the process. Everything was handled efficiently and to a high standard.Alan Clarke · London — Google
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COMMON QUESTIONS
Working with us in London.
Which London neighbourhoods do you cover?
All prime SW, W, NW1 and EC postcodes. Strongest concentration of work in Chelsea, Belgravia, Knightsbridge, Mayfair, Kensington, Holland Park, Notting Hill, Westminster, Marylebone.
Do you work with interior designers and architects?
Yes. The majority of our London work is designer or architect-specified. We support sample boards, attend site meetings, work to RIBA briefs.
Do you take on listed-building work?
Yes. Most of our prime-London work is on listed or Conservation Area properties. We hold the heritage specialism and the documentation discipline conservation officers expect.
What is a typical London project size?
Whole-house interior programmes from three to twelve months. We also take on single-room polished plaster, hand-painted kitchens, and exterior stucco work.
How do you handle scaffolded exterior work in RBKC and Westminster?
We coordinate licensing with the borough, hold our own scaffolding cover, and work to the borough's conservation specification for Regency stucco elevations.
Accreditations & memberships
Public liability insurance to £10 million.
PDA
Painting & Decorating Association
SDF
Scottish Decorators Federation
SSIP
Safety Schemes in Procurement
Trusted Trader
Edinburgh — Trading Standards Vetted
SafeContractor
Independent H&S Verification
CHAS
Contractors Health & Safety
SMAS
Safety Management Advisory
PASMA
Mobile Access Towers
IPAF
Powered Access (PAL)
CONTACT — LONDON
Speak to our London team.
Borthwick Decorators LtdLondon Office
60 St Martin's Lane
London WC2N 4JS
Opening hours
Mon–Fri 8.00am–5.30pm
Weekends by appointment
Weekends by appointment