7 Best Painters & Decorators in Swindon for 2026

Swindon's mix of housing keeps its decorators busy in different ways. You've got the Victorian terraces around Old Town with their high ceilings and original coving, the 1930s semis in Rodbourne and Gorse Hill that often need woodwork stripped back before repainting, and the newer estates out at Wichelstowe and Priory Vale where developers use standard magnolia and buyers want it changed within months of moving in. A decorator working across Swindon needs to be just as comfortable with lime plaster and sash windows as with plasterboard and uPVC trim, and most of the established firms here have quietly built up experience in both.

The businesses featured on this page come from public business listings, ranked mainly by review rating and how many reviews they've collected, with a modest boost given to those showing a working website and phone number. We read each firm's homepage to check that painting and decorating is genuinely their main line of work, which stops general builders or odd-job traders who dabble in painting from cluttering up the results. Any listing flagged as permanently closed gets stripped out automatically. Where you spot a Trust Verified badge, that business has gone through our fuller checks, covering trade qualifications and accreditations, public liability insurance, trading history, customer review history and registered company details. Our How We Verify page sets out exactly what that involves. Businesses without the badge haven't been through that process with us, so it's worth running your own checks before you commit.

Before booking anyone, ask to see photos of recent jobs, ideally something similar to your own property, whether that's a period cottage in Highworth or a new-build flat near the town centre. Confirm what's included in the price: is rubbing down and filling covered, or just the top coats? Ask whether they supply paint or expect you to buy it, since brands like Farrow & Ball or Little Greene can add hundreds of pounds to a job compared with trade emulsion. Check public liability insurance is in place and ask for proof rather than taking it on trust. Getting two or three quotes for anything beyond a single room is standard practice and will quickly show you if someone's price is out of line.

How We Select & Rate The Best Painters & Decorators in Swindon

Ranking is based on review rating and review count pulled from public business listings, with a small lift for businesses that show a working website and phone number. We check each business's homepage to confirm painting and decorating work is what they primarily offer, which keeps unrelated trades off the page. Listings flagged as permanently closed are removed automatically. Businesses marked Trust Verified have additionally passed our full verification, covering qualifications, insurance, trading history, customer review history and registered company information; see our How We Verify page for details. Other businesses here haven't been independently verified by us, and inclusion isn't an endorsement. Always do your own checks before hiring.

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Quick Comparison: Painters & Decorators in Swindon

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Phone
1	Giraffe Decorators Ltd	⭐ 4.9	29	07361 638870	View →
2	BR Painting And Interiors	⭐ 5.0	19	07788 432066	View →
3	Hamblin Painting and Decorating	⭐ 5.0	10	07788 248826	View →
4	E Ferati Painting Services	⭐ 5.0	8	07448 148610	View →
5	Ajs Painting and Decorating	⭐ 4.7	11	01793 421321	View →
6	JCastelo - Painter and Decorator	⭐ 5.0	5	07821 419394	View →
7	Painting And Decorating Contractors Ltd	⭐ 5.0	5	07483 328390	View →

Our Top Picks

Giraffe Decorators Ltd

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★★★★★ 4.9 (29 reviews)

Swindon 07361 638870

A typical call to Giraffe Decorators starts with tired woodwork, patchy walls or a room needing a colour refresh before a sale or a new arrival. The Swindon firm handles the preparation as much as the painting, filling, sanding and sheeting rooms before any brush goes near a wall. With 29 reviews averaging 4.9, its work in SN1 and beyond points to consistent care over finish.

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BR Painting And Interiors

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★★★★★ 5.0 (19 reviews)

Swindon 07788 432066

Painting and decorating work across Swindon covers interior redecoration and finishing touches for homes in the area. BR Painting And Interiors has built a 5-star record from 19 reviews, reflecting consistent attention to preparation and tidy finishes on each job. Enquiries come through the company website for scheduling.

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Hamblin Painting and Decorating

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★★★★★ 5.0 (10 reviews)

Swindon 07788 248826

Painting and decorating work across Swindon covers interior and exterior jobs, from single rooms to full property refreshes. Hamblin Painting and Decorating has built a small but consistent client base, reflected in a five star average from ten reviews. Enquiries typically come from residents seeking straightforward, well finished results without unnecessary upselling.

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E Ferati Painting Services

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★★★★★ 5.0 (8 reviews)

Swindon 07448 148610

Residential properties across Swindon are the focus for E Ferati Painting Services, which carries out interior and exterior painting and decorating work. The business holds a five-star Google rating from eight reviews. Based locally, it operates without the overhead of a large firm, keeping the work direct and straightforward.

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Ajs Painting and Decorating

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★★★★★ 4.7 (11 reviews)

Swindon 01793 421321

Families across Swindon call on Ajs Painting and Decorating for interior and exterior work, from single rooms to full property refreshes. Feedback from local households has been consistently strong, reflected in a 4.7 rating from those who have used the service. The business operates through swindonpainters.co.uk for enquiries and scheduling.

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JCastelo - Painter and Decorator

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★★★★★ 5.0 (5 reviews)

Swindon 07821 419394

Painting and decorating work across Swindon is covered by JCastelo, handling both interior and exterior jobs for local households. Five reviews on Google have each returned full marks, a small but consistent sign of care in preparation and finish. Enquiries can be made through the business website.

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Painting And Decorating Contractors Ltd

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★★★★★ 5.0 (5 reviews)

Swindon 07483 328390

Office decorating, new build finishing, and commercial painting make up the core offer from Painting And Decorating Contractors Ltd, a Swindon-based firm covering both residential and commercial projects. With a clean five-star rating across its Google reviews, the company operates across the SN2 area and wider surrounds, taking on work at scale for commercial clients as well as standard interior and exterior residential jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a painters & decorators cost in Swindon?

A single bedroom repainted, walls and ceiling, typically runs from around £250 to £450 depending on prep work and whether woodwork's included. A full three-bed semi, inside and out, can land anywhere from £2,500 to £4,500 in the Swindon area. Exterior work on a Victorian terrace with rendering repairs tends to cost more than a straightforward render-and-repaint on a newer estate house. Prices shift with paint quality, how much filling and sanding is needed, and access, so getting two or three quotes for anything bigger than a single room is worth the time.

How long does it take to decorate a typical Swindon house?

A single room usually takes one to two days including drying time between coats. A full interior redecoration for a three-bedroom semi, like those common in Walcot or Park North, often takes a decorator or small team five to eight working days. Older properties with lath and plaster walls, common around Old Town, can take longer if there's cracking or damp staining to deal with first. Ask for a written timeframe upfront so you know what to expect if the job runs over.

Should I supply my own paint or let the decorator buy it?

Either works, but it affects the price. Decorators often get trade discounts on brands like Dulux Trade or Crown, so letting them supply standard paint can save you money. If you want a specific finish, such as Farrow & Ball estate eggshell or a heritage colour matched to a period property, buying it yourself gives you control over the exact shade and sheen. Just confirm quantities with the decorator beforehand so you don't end up short mid-job.

Do I need to move furniture and clear the room myself?

Most decorators expect the room reasonably clear, though many will move heavier furniture to the centre and sheet it up as part of the job. Check this before the quote is finalised, since some smaller outfits charge extra for full clearance and dust sheeting of a fully furnished room. Taking down curtains, blinds and wall art yourself beforehand usually speeds things along and can shave a bit off the price.

What's the best time of year to get exterior painting done in Swindon?

Spring through to early autumn is generally best, roughly April to September, since masonry paint and exterior wood finishes need dry conditions and temperatures above about 10°C to cure properly. Wiltshire's weather can be unpredictable even in summer, so a decorator with local experience will usually build in a few contingency days. Booking ahead for this window matters too, as good local decorators often get booked up weeks in advance during the warmer months.

How do I choose between decorators when several look similar on paper?

Start by reading recent reviews rather than just the star rating, since comments often reveal whether a decorator turns up on time and finishes when promised. Ask each one for two or three references from jobs done in the last year, ideally in a similar type of property to yours. Request proof of public liability insurance and ask directly about any trade qualifications or accreditations they hold, don't assume. Get a written quote that breaks down materials and labour separately, and be wary of anyone unwilling to put a price in writing before starting work.

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