TESTIMONIALS
Testimonials
What our customers say — from listed townhouses and country villas to shops, offices and commercial sites across Scotland and London.
4.9Based on 178 reviews
“From initial contact regarding the quotation through to finishing touches, I had every confidence in Borthwick's, and this confidence was not misplaced. Our run down common stair needed lots of prepar…”
“We approached David and his team with a very large exterior painting job, and they helped with options for type of paint and best approach. They booked it into the schedule, turned up when we expected…”
“We approached David and his team with a very large exterior painting job, and they helped with options for type of paint and best approach. They booked it into the schedule, turned up when we expected…”
“It has been an excellent restoration following a burst pipe causing extensive damage. The two tradesmen worked meticulously without interruption throughout the process. I would have no hesitation in r…”
“Excellent standard of work, very clean and tidy, turn up as planned and take the amount of time they say they will take. Staff very pleasant”
“I very rarely write reviews but this company’s skills and workmanship was amazing.I had my kitchen cabinets painted. They look like new cabinets, flawless and you cannot see a single brush stroke. Kam…”
“An excellent job, well managed and a pleasure to deal with , both back office and painters on site. Not cheap, in this trade you get what you pay for and thus recommended as good value.”
“This company are wonderful and I wholeheartedly recommend! I had my kitchen cabinets and tiles painted and it’s like a brand new kitchen. Communications were brilliant throughout, Kamil did the job in…”
“We had the entire interior of the house painted. The team from Borthwick Decorators did an excellent job and we are very happy with the result. We were kept up to date with progress at all times and i…”
“I recently used Borthwick Decorators for work on my Georgian home in Edinburgh, and the results were outstanding. The craftsmanship was exceptional throughout, but the real highlight was the cornice —…”
“Well organised and careful staff, completed a small but complex task really well. Only reservation was the cost/time ratio”
“Fantastic workmanship and great service. Borthwick Decorators delivered exactly what we wanted with a flawless finish. Highly recommended.”
“We just had our Sitting Room Kitchen Main Bathroom and Hallway painted internally in our bungalow and we just have to say what a brilliant job was made of it so much so we are now considering having o…”
“We used Borthwick to renovate our kitchen cabinets and worktops and were delighted with the results - exceptional attention to detail and beautiful finish! Would highly recommended!”
“Attention to detail and a real focus on working to a very high standard. Have to say I have been very impressed, just need to let me know when I can get a hold of one of your baseball caps 👌”
“Fantastic service from my initial contact to job completion, your team is a credit to you, excellent work and very tidy job, highly recommend”
“Used Borthwick Decorators recently for a large project and the team more than delivered for me. From start to finish the team were fast paced, professional and a real focus on attention to detail. K…”
“Absolutely fantastic service from Borthwick Decorators, from the initial enquiry to completion of work. Your team are a credit, could not be nicer and worked to a very high and tidy standard, thank yo…”
“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. I’d ha…”
“Thank you, Borthwick! We had struggled to find a decorator that we felt happy with to repaint the outside of our late-Victorian Farmhouse, then I came across Borthwick Decorators. From my first enquir…”
“Excellent service from start to finish. The team was responsive, knowledgeable, and made the whole process smooth and stress-free. Communication was clear, and the quality of work exceeded expectation…”
“Exceptional Service and Results! I couldn’t be happier with the service I received from Borthwick Decorators! From start to finish, they exceeded my expectations in every way. David and his team were…”
“Borthwick Decorators were a pleasure to deal with. From the initial contact, right through to the completed job - they really went above and beyond. We are very happy with our decoration and would rec…”
“Would recommend this company every time. The painters showed great attention to detail and I’m delighted with the work which has been done to a high standard.”
“Borthwick decorators did a good job for us and were very quick and efficient doing our outside work. Some snagging was required and it was completed very quickly and was well done. Happy to recommend …”
“Fantastic job of painting our shop! The whole team were great from start to finish. Reliable and trustworthy. Would highly recommend.”
“Delighted with the outstanding work the team at Borthwick Painters did on the outside of our house. The detailed work around the windows and doors was first class. The team including young apprent…”
“Highly recommend. Did a Great job painting two bedroom flat throughout. Trustworthy, reliable, good communication. They leave the place clean and tidy after finishing too.”
“Mariuz arrived promptly, did a very good job, cleared up extremely well after his visit and was very pleasant and courteous.”
“Great service and work”
“Borthwick Decorators are a reliable firm who strive to provide perfection and do not cut corners. Since their standards are so high, they have never signed off any work that they have done for us with…”
“Excellent job. High standard of work very reliable hardworking and professional. Great job done -very clean and tidy job. Completed the work( external painting of large house) in 3days. Exceeded any …”
“Annemarie was great at estimating, communicating and organising all the aspects of a job that had to be well co-ordinated. The guys did a great job too”
“I have had work completed by this company on several occasions. I can honestly say that they work hard to ensure that everything is perfect before they finish the job. Their staff are skilled and hard…”
“Kamil and his team arrived promptly, worked diligently and communicated well throughout the gutter painting. They made a difficult job look easy. Also painted a staircase and stayed late until it wa…”
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“Sorry Darren messed up last review .can't thank you enough for a great job painting my bedroom and bathroom .work and finish fab .The price great 5 star review from me and more .Be in touch for the re…”
“Very professional job completed quickly, thoroughly and expertly. Painting of Georgian townhouse hall and stairwell including repair of multiple superficial cracks in the plaster.”
“Terrific service from the painters. The paintwork is immaculate. Polite and respectful trades people. Good to see young apprentices serving their time too! ”
“Great service and fantastic job!”
“The Borthwick team did an exceptional job. They were tidy, worked very hard and were great to be around.”
“Have used Borthwicks for a number of jobs, both commercial and residential. Reliable tradesmen and a really professional job every time.”
“The painting team have done a superb job of our sitting room. The painters were polite, friendly and professional. Good to see trades apprentices learning the skills along side those who are time…”
“We were delighted with the level of communication and quality of workmanship from Borthwick Decorators throughout. David and his team were fantastic to work with.”
“Have used Borthwicks for the first time, on a big job - our entire house in North Berwick (including painting, papering and kitchen units). The whole job was done within just over a week. Guys were f…”
“Borthwick decorators completed my living room interior and I was blown by the standard of work and the outcome. The work effort and team work was exceptional making sure was completed to a high stand…”
“We wish to advise others that the service provided by Borthwick Decorators is first class. Even though there has been delays due to the inclement ( Scottish ) weather we were kept updated all along. …”
“Borthwick Decorators have just completed a full exterior paint job on our house, walls, windows, gutters and chimneys. The work was executed by skilled tradesman who delivered a high quality finish. …”
“Borthwick Decorators have just completed a full exterior paint job on our house, walls, windows, gutters and chimneys. The work was executed by skilled tradesman who delivered a high quality finish. …”
“The Borthwick team, headed up by Kamil decorated six rooms for us recently, including repainting our hand painted kitchen and utility units. The quality of the work is outstanding, Kamil in particula…”
“The Borthwick team, headed up by Kamil decorated six rooms for us recently, including repainting our hand painted kitchen and utility units. The quality of the work is outstanding, Kamil in particula…”
“The Borthwick team did a great job - they were expert, reliable, efficient, and made no mess! Really pleased with both decorating jobs in our living room and bedroom. Not the cheapest quote but well…”
“Highly recommend this Company - we hosted a team for a few days working on two big jobs in the house - all went really smoothly: the team were expert, did a great job and were super-clean and efficie…”
“Excellent job . I cannot recommend this company high enough. Delivered a fantastic finish and were clean and tidy . Thanks again.”
“Excellent job !! . The 3 painters were really nice guys and were fantastic at their jobs. Cannot recommend this company highly enough . Thanks again.”
“We were very pleased with the job the team did on our exterior painting. The sash windows and doors now look as good as new, the team were very polite and professional and tidied up neatly afterwards.…”
“We were very pleased with the job the team did on our exterior painting. The sash windows and doors now look as good as new. The team were very polite and professional and tidied up neatly afterwards.…”
“Very professional and competent painters and decorators. I’m very pleased with their work and I intend to use this company again. I thoroughly recommend them to anyone considering using painters and d…”
“Borthwick Decorators carried out an excellent job on exterior joinery and painting on my home. Communication was excellent before and during the job. Paul and his team were polite and friendly while c…”
“Borthwick Decorators carried out an excellent job on exterior joinery and painting on my home. Communication was excellent before and during the job. Paul and his team were polite and friendly while c…”
“Borthwick Decorators recently redecorated our ornate ceiling- Kamil and Nicholas did an excellent job, working at extreme heights and navigating themselves around a very big old building- the end resu…”
“Very good company to work with, the team worked very hard to ensure the job was completed as quicky as possible. A high standard of work”
“I had all my external window frames painted by Stuart and his team from Borthwick Decorators. They took great care over the preparation of the frames, which were in a pretty awful state. Painting was …”
“I had all my external window frames painted by Stuart and his team from Borthwick Decorators. They took great care over the preparation of the frames, which were in a pretty awful state. Painting was …”
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“We were delighted with the exterior paint work on our house. The team were professional, punctual and very approachable and friendly. They also checked we were happy with the end result and tidied eve…”
“The wardrobe doors sourced and fitted by Andrew are perfectly fitted-exactly what I wanted. Andrew took time and checked that I was happy with the work. Rab’s painting and decorating of the room is of…”
“Great quality work, professional team and a really good price.”
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“Would highly recommend Borthwick Decorators- the work was carried out quickly and efficiently and to a very high standard. The painters were friendly and respectful of the stair. communications have b…”
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“Hard working, thorough and friendly painters and decorators, and responsive and friendly office. Highly recommended!”
“David, Annemarie and their team at Borthwick Decorators, stepped up at short notice to redecorate a 2 bed holiday home in St Andrews. This took place in the lead up to The Open Championship when trade…”
“We engaged Borthwick Decorators to paint the exterior walls of our house. The work was commenced at the agreed date and completed within the proposed time scale allowing for 3-4 days when no painting …”
“Borthwick Decorators did a great job. They arrived on time, they were polite and friendly and the work was a very high standard. Because there were 2 men and they worked full days they got the job f…”
“They provided a very detailed quotation with options as to scope, and an indicative time frame. I was happy with both and agreed to use their services. The work was carried out as per specification an…”
“Really impressive service. They came in with a very competitive quote, and the work has been done to an excellent standard. Many thanks!”
“Work done very well and efficiently.”
“Painted the exterior of our house in Newton Mearns, Glasgow. David and his team were excellent. Would highly recommend.”
“What a truly excellent job from Borthwick Decorators! The exterior of our house had become very marked and required some TLC. Due to the size of the job local decorating companies were not interested,…”
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“They recently decorated our shared close and did a fantastic job. The decorators were friendly and very professional. They promptly responded to our requests. I can wholeheartedly recommend them.”
“Really pleased with Barry from Borthwicks, he did a great job on our living room, he worked really hard, was punctual, polite and also did a great job clearing up when he was finished. I was amazed wh…”
“I have used Borthwick Decorators to decorate throughout my homes, as well as my business premises and workshop. They are very professional, reliable and their work is fantastic. The communication was …”
“We had Borthwick decorators decorating our hall, it's a tall townhouse with some difficult to reach areas on the staircases and the paper we had asked them to hang was not the easiest. The quality of …”
“We had Borthwick decorators decorating our hall, it's a tall townhouse with some difficult to reach areas on the staircases and the paper we had asked them to hang was not the easiest. The quality of …”
“Having worked with Borthwick decorators on a number of redecoration projects I have always found them to be professional, knowledgeable and always deliver work to an incredibly high standard. I have a…”
“The team that painted our outside house were very professional. They did an excellent job and worked very hard. We were very pleased with the job they did and would highly recommend them.”
“We appointed Borthwick Decorators to fully paint the communal hallways of our flatted development (walls, ceilings, skirting boards, window frames, door frames, balustrades and bannisters) and we coul…”
“We appointed Borthwick Decorators to fully paint the communal hallways of our flatted development (walls, ceilings, skirting boards, window frames, door frames, balustrades and bannisters) and we coul…”
“David and his team responded quickly to a rush job to help finish off some rooms for guests. The team were lovely polite, diligent and the quality of the work was excellent.”
“David and his team were excellent! The quote was clear and everything was completed on schedule and to a great standard. We cannot recommend him enough!”
“Excellent work. Clean tidy and very satisfied with the preparation and painting.”
“Borthwick were fantastically responsive, due to my time constraints with pandemic travel - being in the UK only for a couple of months - they turned around a quote for water damage repair in two rooms…”
“Borthwick were fantastically responsive, due to my time constraints with pandemic travel - being in the UK only for a couple of months - they turned around a quote for water damage repair in two rooms…”
“Very pleased with the work. Change of date by me for work accommodated by Borthwick.”
“Borthwick Decorators did a fantastic job of painting our cornice and centre piece. They were responsive and quick and came up with a solution to fit our job in as soon as they could as it was just a s…”
“Borthwick Decorators did a fantastic job of painting or cornice and centre piece. They were responsive and quick and came up with a solution to fit our job in as soon as they could as it was just a sm…”
“After 14 months of a roof leak and then the associated residual damage..we had Borthwick decorators in to plaster the ceiling and repaint the sitting room. I have had a lot of painters and decorators …”
“Thank you to David and the team for a wonderful job our our new home! Couldn’t ask for better!”
“Just had several jobs done to my buisness by Borthwick and Son very reliable and very impressed with the attention to detail by David himself. Highly recommend especially for bigger high end jobs.”
“David and his team were very professional and made a fantastic job of decorating my home, they made sure everything was covered up and cleaned up afterwards, so no damage to my carpets or furniture.…”
“We had Borthwick Decorators in to plaster our ceiling and repaint our sitting room after a leaking roof. From start to finish I was blown away by how professional they are. David Borthwick came over t…”
“We have just had some excellent decorating done by Borthwick Decorators (end of June 2021) We have an open plan house in Auchterarder, and they must have done the equivalent of 2,000 sq ft of ceiling …”
“We are very happy with the exterior paintwork carried out by Stuart and his team at our cottage. The whole team displayed impressive skill and were very hardworking.”
“Skilful and efficient. The team displayed impressive attention to detail.”
“We are extremely pleased not only with all the work done but also how it was carried out. A very professional, reliable, polite and friendly team. Arrangements were made very quickly and efficiently…”
“Excellent team of decorators who were simply fantastic to work with. This is a professional company who take their work seriously but are also good fun to have on site. The team were extremely frien…”
“Everything from getting a quote to invoicing was easy but the best aspect was the men themselves: polite, thoughtful, tidy and reliably turning up when they said they would”
“Excellent team of decorators who were simply fantastic to work with. This is a professional company who take their work seriously but are also good fun to have on site. The team were extremely frien…”
“Great service from David and team - the guys were super quick but finished to a very high quality. They tidied up after themselves and we’re a pleasure throughout. Would highly recommend.”
“We found Borthwick decorators through a local ad. We had asked them to paint the interior of our flat but we needed a fairly quick turnaround. David and team were happy to accommodate us, and were fle…”
“There's no better advertisement than a satisfied customer and we were very satisfied with the service and quality of work. Both our house and garage were prepared and painted to a high standard and th…”
“Excellent decorating in all seven rooms. Attention to detail outstanding which was necessary on this job . Completed in a timely fashion. 100 recommend this firm. John and Rab were great and always ch…”
“We had the exterior of our house painted by Steve. He did a great job, he listened to what we wanted and was extremely helpful. He worked efficiently and professionally. I would recommend Borthwick De…”
“We had the exterior of our house painted by Steve. He did a great job, he listened to what we wanted, he was efficient and professional. I would recommend Borthwick Decorators”
“Delighted with the wallpapering in all seven rooms. John and Rab were excellent and their attention to detail was just what this job required. Completed the job quickly and maintained quality finish. …”
“Very happy with the teams work on our office building. Friendly, efficient, careful and tidy. We were kept informed on progress all the way through and when we decided to change elements - these were…”
“I can highly recommend Borthwick Decorators. The 4 man team carried out a very professional and efficient job painting the exterior of our house. The end result is terrific ,we would certainly use the…”
“The team were prompt and well organised by Stuart. In spite of typical Scottish weather they did an excellent job and I’m very pleased.”
“Had our entire house painted and artex plastered over by Borthwick Decorators. Very professional service and excellent finish and color on all our walls. I would highly recommend and would not hesitat…”
“Just wanted to pop my thanks into a review for all the good work your guys did at Oliphant Court. The whole court looks much better for the refresh and the whole process was very well executed with a …”
“Just wanted to pop my thanks into a review for all the good work your guys did at Oliphant Court. The whole court looks much better for the refresh and the whole process was very well executed with a …”
“Throughout the process the team were hugely professional and all work was completed to a very high standard. I would thoroughly recommend Borthwick decorators.”
“Wound Highly recommended Brothwick Decorators! Always Leave a job with a Top and fantastic Finish happy with the results! 5 Stars”
“David responded to my enquIry immediately and his team were with us within days. The work was done very efficiently and to a high standard.”
“We got Borthwick in to paint and wallpaper a couple of our rooms. They did a superb job, very professional. Would highly recommend.”
“Friendly and professional service from start to finish. My flat looks amazing- so happy! 😊 Would 100% use again/recommend.”
“Friendly and professional service from start to finish. Top quality work, and were keen to check I was happy with everything. My flat looks amazing- so happy! 😊 Would 100% use again/recommend.”
“Borthwick Decorators painted our lounge and dining room including all woodwork and the ceilings. They also painted the bathroom ceiling. Very prompt response to my enquiry with a comprehensive quote. …”
“Borthwick Decorators painted our lounge and dining room including all woodwork and the ceilings. They also painted the bathroom ceiling. Very prompt response to my enquiry with a comprehensive quote. …”
“I had my 2 bed property decorated throughout and I am very pleased with the result, especially the papered sections. There was good communication throughout and the staff were friendly and pleasant an…”
“I had my 2 bed property decorated throughout and I am very pleased with the result, especially the papered sections. There was good communication throughout and the staff were friendly and pleasant an…”
“Had the interior of our main Pitlochry office painted & exterior of our 2nd office in Aberfeldy painted, both carried out to an exceptionally high standard and with minimal disruption. Highly commend…”
“Borthwicks were meticulous and professional from start to fish. Would recommend them to others. Did a fantastic job.”
“Borthwicks were meticulous and professional from start to finish and would recommend them to others”
“Complete house - exterior painting. David Borthwick carried out the quote and sent it to me the same evening. He was honest and straightforward about what was involved, patiently answered all my ques…”
“I am delighted with the the paint job, joinery and guttering repair-work done by Borthwicks. All aspects of the work were carried to a high standard as usual and, my wife and I experienced the consid…”
“Borthwick Decorators carried out a re-decoration of my sitting room. They were extremely professional and highly skilled. A superb job and highly recommend them to anyone looking for a high quality pr…”
“Good quality products use good quality work provided helpful friendly team quick response to all enquiries”
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“The work was carried out well and with minimal disruption. The painters were very co-operative and worked well as a team.”
“We have had problems in the past with finding good quality painters and decorators and a previous job left a bad taste in the mouth. But I would have no hesitation in recommending David and his team. …”
“Very professional and efficient service with plenty of willing team members to finish the job.”
“I contacted David on the off chance his team could spray paint the newly plastered walls and ceilings of our house. He was very responsive and professional and it was very easy to communicate what we …”
“As a top rated tradesman myself I understand the importance of quality of service & positive feedback. That said, I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending David, even though I never actually sp…”
“Recently had this company back again, this time for the outside.. Our house is timber built so a huge area, garage and studio.. Amazing work, and took their advice on colour derail for facias and sop…”
“I contacted David as we were looking to get the exterior of our house painted. He responded very quickly and came out the same day to meet us and provide a quote. Communication at all times was exce…”
“Exterior painting, professional with good communication.”
“We have had our exterior paintwork done by Borthwick Decorators and are extremely pleased with the outcome. The painting team were very tidy and always polite. Their time keeping was exceptional a…”
“Borthwick Decorators Ltd, did all the work for us in both our Coffee shops, one at Polkemmet Country Park and the other on Lothian Road, Edinburgh. David and his team were an absolute pleasure to work…”
“Great job - preparing, repairing and painting two rooms in an old farmhouse. The team were on time, tidy and very efficient, as well as very polite. Will definitely be calling them in the future for…”
“Borthwicks have just finished up repairs and repainting of our exterior woodwork. They produced a detailed and accurate itemised quote for us and worked to it. We’re really pleased with the standard o…”
“Have known Borthwick decoraters for some years and recently had sitting room, bedroom, kitchen and bathroom redecorated by same. Job was done in the time agreed, site was always left tidy and the fini…”
“Having used Borthwick Decorators for a number of Jobs in both Commercial and my Private residences over the last 10 years I can say that their service is second to none. Two projects that come to my …”
“We have used Borthwick Decorators on three occasions now and I have no hesitation in recommending their services. They can be relied upon to respond quickly, turn up when scheduled and do quality wo…”
“We are very pleased with the work done by David Borthwick and his team on our exterior wood and metal work. The team gave excellent efficient professional service.”
“We had the painters in monday and Tuesday this week to paint our living room, kitchen and hall stair landing. What a cracking job they have done, polite throughout and even had cuddles for my wee dog.…”
“Very extensive interior decorating just finished here. It was long, long overdue and needed a lot of crack filling and preparation in general.The effort and time put in to getting a good finished qual…”
“I have used Borthwick Decorators for the last few years for all types of jobs from full refurbishment of apartments to smaller decoration/repair jobs. They are extremely professional and always provi…”
“Borthwicks painted the exterior of our house in Crieff. David gave good advice and there were no hidden costs in the quote. The crew were friendly and professional; finished on time; and used top qual…”
“David Borthwick and his staff have done an excellent job of work in our B-listed building: painting the communal stair (5 flats), main door and cupola, and steam-cleaning the stair. They have been a p…”
“We used Borthwick Decorators to paint our the walls, ceiling, bannisters and skirting in a full height entranceway/staircase and they did a fantastic job. Communication with David was first class and…”
“I recently had 8 sash & case windows (interior and exterior) decorated by David and his team. They were prompt, courteous and professional, with work done to a high standard - I'll be recommending to …”
“We had Borthwick Decorators repaint the outside of our house. David explained the work they would do clearly, and worked with us to find a set of work that would fit within our budget. The work was ca…”
“Repeat customer with David and his team now. David was really helpful in fitting us in for some interior paintwork at very short notice. As usual David was very professional with his assessment of t…”
“David and his team did some fairly extensive exterior and interior painting for us a couple of years ago and we were thrilled with the results. The exterior paintwork has lasted particularly well and …”
“Could not be happier with the services I received, David and his team were very friendly, very efficient and also very clean during painting my properties, would highly recommend them to everyone, wou…”
“Promp attention, turned up when they said they would unlike experience I've had with other tradesmen. Workmanship excellent, very tidy and respectful workers. Would highly recommend.”
“David Borthwick did some exterior decorating work for us a while ago. We were very impressed with the professional and friendly approach, and the quality of workmanship was second to none. We have e…”
“Just had interior done clean and tidy workman ship. Will definitely use again.”
“We were very impressed with the interior painting of our flat undertaken by David Borthwick and his team. They were meticulous in their attention to detail, and professional and approachable at all ti…”
“First class job! Well prepared, good masking, and excellent finish all round. Thank you!”
“David repainted our hand-painted kitchen which was looking a little tired after 16 years. We are glad we took his advice on the type of paints to use. He provided an excellent service and provided us …”