5 best painters in Glasgow who’ll save you from a DIY disaster
I remember browsing on TikTok during the pandemic. My entire FYP was people DIY-ing their walls with fresh paint. To be honest, some had impressive results. The others? Disaster.
That’s why, even though I sometimes feel the urge to unleash my inner artist, I know my limits. I won’t engage with things that are beyond my expertise.
If you’re also like me and don’t fully trust your painting skills or just don’t want to deal with the mess it comes with, don’t worry. Our team checked out some painters in Glasgow who can do all the messy work for you.
Keep reading to see who made the list!
| How much do painting services cost in Glasgow? Painting services in Glasgow typically cost between £15 and £25 per hour. However, this is just an estimate and the final cost still depends on the painter’s experience, the materials, and the complexity of the project. |
1. Good Decorator
Address: 3, 2 1 Tamshill St
Phone: +44 7854 801632
Business hours:
- Monday to Sunday: Open 24 hours
One of our researchers chose to work with Good Decorator after learning about their 14 years of experience. And honestly, they lived up to their reputation.
Grant, who handled the project, was both professional and friendly. He offered great advice on choosing the right colours for the living room and even helped with colour matching to get everything right.
Some customers also mentioned that the quality of his work was outstanding. He made sure the surfaces were properly sanded, filled, and primed before applying the paint.
We checked out some of these projects ourselves, and the smooth finishes really stood out.
The team’s versatility is a huge plus for us. They work on interior painting, exterior painting, and wallpapering for both residential and commercial spaces.
The only downside is they can be hard to reach at times. So, if you want to work on a tight timeline, it’s something to keep in mind.
He went out of his way to offer assistance
“Would highly recommend Grant. We could not be there while he was decorating but felt at ease leaving him a key so he could come and go. He went out of his way to offer assistance as we did not have a vehicle and was very understanding. He worked a day extra to finish the job all within his quote and has completely transformed the old apartment!”
Mary Jo Slaven, Google review
He completed the job to a very high standard
“Grant is the utmost professional. He undertook a big job for me in painting the majority of walls in a 180m2 tenement flat (high ceilings etc). Not only that but he had to cover the existing dark colours with my preferred light neutrals. At the outset, Grant provided expert advice and guidance on paint brands, colour matching etc. He completed the job to a very high standard all while causing minimal disruption. And for a fair and reasonable price. I couldn’t recommend Grant more highly. He’s a really friendly guy too! Thanks, Grant.”
Elaine Lavery, Google review
2. Decor-Wise Painters and Decorators
Address: 6 Streamfield Gate
Phone: +44 7930 975983
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday to Sunday: Closed
We checked out Decor-Wise’s portfolio and saw that they handle everything from residential projects to large commercial spaces. Their work also ranges from small rooms to full office makeovers.
One customer we spoke to had been let down by three other local decorators before reaching out to Jim from Decor-Wise. He said Jim was very understanding and quickly arranged for someone to come out the following week.
The team arrived on time and finished the job as promised. Not only did the team give his living room a stunning finish, but they also painted a mural in his son’s room. He was really impressed with the team’s high standards of work.
We also really appreciate that the team covers floors with dust sheets to keep everything tidy before doing the work. This level of attention to detail isn’t something you see every day.
In terms of prices, Decor-Wise offers competitive rates compared to other services we reviewed.
However, some people had trouble booking a consultation with the team, which is something to keep in mind when working on a tight schedule.
Everything was finished in about two weeks
“Called Jim for a quote to get the living room and summerhouse painted. From getting the initial quote to job finished was about two weeks. Jim, Gordon and Stevie were very professional and courteous throughout and completed the job to a very high standard at a very reasonable price. Will definitely use again – highly recommend!”
Fraser Millar, Google review
Great attention to detail and even arrived on time
“The painter was friendly and hard-working. Great attention to detail in the sanding and filling. He arrived on time and my bedroom was filled with dust sheets. The Room looks amazing. Good price and highly appreciated and recommended”
Caitlin Drake, Google review
3. Splash of Colour Painters Decorators
Address: 95 Portman St, Kinning Park
Phone: +44 7895 600774
Business hours:
- Monday to Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM
- Saturday to Sunday: Closed
We heard that Splash of Colour specialises in restoring and decorating period properties. This requires serious skill and attention to detail, so we just had to dig deeper.
One homeowner with a historic property had nothing but praise for them. He said Shaun and the team were professional from the start. They also responded quickly to every inquiry, making the entire process smooth.
The prep work was no joke. Shaun and his team spent plenty of time dustless sanding and filing imperfections to get every surface right. Plus, they kept the workspace tidy and did their best to minimise any disruption.
Another customer loved Shaun’s advice to use durable paint. It’s been four years since the job, and their house still looks flawless with no chips or marks.
We did hear from someone who mentioned the team finished their project a bit later than expected, but they were happy with the high-quality results in the end.
Exceptionally punctual and very helpful team
“Splash of colour did an amazing job painting 4 rooms in our tenement flat. Really helpful when it came to choosing colours, exceptionally punctual and even managed to help out with replastering a section of the kitchen wall when we took tiles off and realised the wall was missing plaster. Would highly recommend them to anyone, couldn’t fault them at all.”
David Brown, Google review
Shaun was truly impressive in terms of his attention to preparation, detail, and skill
“Absolutely fantastic work! Professional, on-time, clean, organised and efficient. Shaun, the son who did most of the work, was truly impressive in terms of his attention to preparation, detail, skill and sheer hard work! The techniques he used has left us with a living room that is immaculate and honestly the best job I’ve ever seen. On top of that both Shauns, father and son are lovely people and a joy to have around. Can’t wait for the next time!”
Dave Westwood, Google review
4. G T Decor
Address: 76 Seil Dr
Phone: +44 7792 264436
Business hours:
- Monday to Saturday: 9 AM – 6 PM
- Sunday: Closed
When we initially called G T Decor for an inquiry, we had difficulty reaching out to them. But once we finally did, talking to them was a pleasure. They laid out every detail that we asked for.
The prices were reasonable, and we loved how they were happy to work around our schedule to make things easier for us.
From what customers also say, the team’s attention to detail and flawless finish are always a standout.
Most of them also mentioned Graham’s personalised approach. Along with the painting, he also gave solid advice on colour choices and design, which made the whole process less stressful.
They also cover interior painting and exterior painting for residential and commercial projects.
That said, we heard from someone who didn’t get a callback after an inquiry. Customer service seems to be something they can improve on.
It was an absolute pleasure to have such a fast and reliable service
“Graham did an amazing job with incredible attention to detail, going the extra mile to ensure a very high-quality finish was achieved. It was an absolute pleasure to have such a fast, reliable, friendly and professional service. Highly recommended!”
Scott Duncan, Google review
Graham helped us out at very short notice
“Graham helped us out at very short notice with painting tenement skirtings throughout our new flat after another painter had to leave the job. He called me back on a Sat after a panicked message, managed to juggle other jobs and got everything finished before we moved in. Great communication, very easygoing, really pleased with the quality of work and a reasonable price. Will definitely use Graham for any future work and would recommend it to others without hesitation. Great service.”
Calum Robertson, Google review
5. Assured Quality Decorating
Address: 70 W Regent St
Phone: +44 7742 366152
Business hours:
- Monday to Saturday: 9 AM – 5 PM
- Sunday: Closed
We’ve heard that Assured Quality Decorating uses premium materials like Farrow & Ball paints, which already says a lot about their commitment to quality. We then had to take a closer look.
Most of the customers mentioned about Shaun’s knowledge. One person said he was unsure about going bold with a dark feature wall, but Shaun gave them good advice that helped him decide.
What stood out most was how smoothly everything ran. The team showed up on time each day and always left the place spotless after they finished working.
A customer was especially impressed that they managed to fit them in earlier than expected, and even received a reminder text before starting.
We also looked at their portfolio, and the before-and-after shots were impressive. Even in pictures, we saw the quality of their work.
The only downside? Their prices are on the higher side. So if you have a limited budget, they might not be the best fit.
Shaun’s work was neat, tidy and precise
“Absolutely blown away with the work we have done. Shaun was really punctual, and friendly and gave good advice especially as I was going with a dark striking colour. Shaun’s work was neat, tidy and precise. We also had a wallpaper mural put up which is stunning. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it. Reliable, worked away independently and would trusted him in my house. Thank you so much!”
Lindsey Gillian, Google review
Communication with the team has been great
“Shaun has painted all the walls, ceilings, doors and frames in my flat. Communication has been great, Shaun is punctual and cleans up after his work. He’s done an incredible job and would highly recommend it!”
Oscar T, Google review