Newcastle's Family-Run Decorators
Painter and Decorator in Newcastle
Interior, exterior and commercial decorating in Newcastle and the surrounding areas.
Traditional craftsmanship, modern dustless technology, and a 12-month guarantee on every job.
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◈ 45 Years Combined Experience
◈ 12-Month Guarantee
◈ £10 Million Public Liability Insurance
◈ 700 + Completed Projects
Why North & Sons
Newcastle's Award Winning Painter
Recognition as the Three Best Rated Painters & Decorators in North Tyneside for 2025 reflects our commitment to quality, but it’s the flawless finish and lasting results of every completed project that define North & Sons.
Trust Built Into Every Job
Our Promise of Trust
We know inviting a decorator into your home or business takes trust, so we back every job with real guarantees, not just promises.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
Before we finish, we walk the job with you and check for any snagging, so nothing gets missed.
We Respect Your Home
We protect your furniture and flooring before any work begins, and leave your home clean and tidy at the end of every single day.
Proper Preparation
No shortcuts on the part that matters most. Every surface is properly prepped before a drop of paint goes on.
High-Quality, Long-Lasting Paints
We use durable, scrubbable trade paints built to handle everyday wear, so your finish stays looking right for years.
12-Month Guarantee
Every job is backed by a 12-month workmanship guarantee. If something’s not right, we’ll come back and put it right.
Clear communication
We keep you informed every step of the way, from your first quote through to the final walkthrough, so you always know what’s happening and when.
Expert Preparation & Dustless Sanding
The Art of a Flawless Finish Starts With Expert Preparation
A beautifully painted room is only as good as the preparation behind it. Every dent, rough patch and uneven surface can show through the finished paintwork, especially when natural light catches the walls.
That’s why we put so much care into preparing every surface before picking up a brush. With careful repairs, thorough sanding and professional equipment, we create the foundations for smoother walls and a finish that looks better for longer.
Precision Sanding for Smoother Walls
We use advanced Festool PLANEX sanding equipment with built-in LED lighting that highlights imperfections as we work. This allows us to identify uneven areas and refine the surface, achieving a smooth, consistent finish that's ready for painting.
Less Dust, Less Mess in Your Home
Traditional sanding can leave fine dust settling throughout a room. Our modern dustless sanding equipment uses powerful extraction to capture dust at source, keeping airborne particles and mess to a minimum.It's a cleaner way of working, with less dust circulating around your home during preparation.
Quality That Goes Beyond the Final Coat
Proper preparation does more than improve how your walls look. It helps paint adhere correctly, reducing the risk of peeling, flaking and premature wear.We believe the quality of our preparation is one of the biggest reasons our paintwork lasts, and it's a key part of the confidence behind our 12-month workmanship guarantee.
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What we do
Our Paint and Decorating Services in Newcastle
Newcastle homeowners and businesses trust us for painting and decorating work of every kind, from a single room refresh to a full commercial repaint.
Interior Painting
Walls, ceilings and woodwork finished to a flawless standard.
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Exterior Painting
Weatherproof, long-lasting finishes built for the North East climate.
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Wood painting & staining
Skirting, doors, frames, staircases, hand-painted MDF and cladding, finished with precision.
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Wallpaper & Feature Walls
Wallpaper hanging, removal and statement finishes done properly.
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The process
What to Expect
From your first enquiry to the final walkthrough, we aim to make every decorating project in Newcastle straightforward, well organised and stress-free.
Get in Touch
Contact us by phone, email or through our online enquiry form to discuss your decorating project. We'll arrange a convenient time to visit your property, understand your requirements and answer any initial questions before arranging a quotation.
Free Quotation
We'll assess the work required, discuss colours, paint finishes, wallpaper or specialist coatings, and identify any preparation needed before providing a clear, no-obligation quotation with realistic timescales.
Preparation
Every professional finish starts with proper preparation. We carefully protect furniture and flooring, repair cracks and imperfections, sand surfaces where required and prepare every area thoroughly to create the ideal foundation for a long-lasting finish.
Professional Decorating
Using premium trade paints, specialist products and proven decorating techniques, we complete every project with sharp cutting-in, even coverage and close attention to detail, ensuring a finish you'll be proud of for years to come.
Final Inspection
Once the decorating is complete, we carry out a final walkthrough with you to make sure you're completely happy with every aspect of the finish and answer any questions before the project is signed off.
Clean & Tidy Handover
Before we leave, all protective coverings are removed, the work area is thoroughly tidied and your property is left clean, organised and ready to enjoy, with nothing left behind except a professionally decorated finish.
Where we work
Serving Newcastle and the Surrounding Areas
We’re based in Newcastle and cover a wide area across the North East, from coastal towns like Whitley Bay and Tynemouth, west past the A1 towards Ponteland and Darras Hall, and up to Cramlington and beyond.
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions About Painting and Decorating in Newcastle
How much does a painter and decorator cost in Newcastle?
The cost depends on the size of the rooms, the condition of the surfaces, the amount of preparation required and the paints or finishes chosen. Repainting sound walls in a similar colour will usually cost less than repairing cracked plaster, stripping wallpaper, covering heavy stains or restoring detailed woodwork.
North & Sons visits the property before providing a clear, no-obligation quotation. This allows us to assess the work properly and explain what is included rather than giving an unreliable price based only on the number of rooms. Preparation and surface condition are among the main factors affecting decorating prices.
Do you supply the paint and decorating materials?
Yes. North & Sons can supply the paints, primers and other materials required for the job as part of the quotation. We use premium Class 1 scrub-resistant trade paints, including Dulux Diamond Matt, Crown Clean Extreme and Zinsser AllClean, alongside specialist coatings for fitted MDF, cabinetry and media walls.
You can still choose the colour and discuss any particular brand you have in mind. We will explain whether the product is suitable for the surface, the room and the level of cleaning or wear it needs to withstand.
Can you help us choose colours and paint finishes?
Yes. We can help you understand how different colours and sheen levels may work with the room’s lighting, flooring, furniture and adjoining spaces.
Durable matt is often a practical choice for busy walls because it provides a flatter appearance while coping with more regular cleaning. Woodwork may suit eggshell, satinwood or gloss, depending on the look and level of durability required. Where you are uncertain about a colour, testing samples on more than one wall and viewing them at different times of day can help you make a better decision before the full room is painted.
How long does it take to decorate a room or a full house?
A straightforward room may take a few days, while a full-property redecoration can take several weeks depending on its size and condition. Wallpaper removal, cracked plaster, detailed woodwork, drying periods and major colour changes can all add time.
We provide a realistic schedule after inspecting the property. Fillers, primers, mist coats and finishing paints need enough time to dry before the next stage, so preparation should not be shortened simply to finish sooner. General UK guidance often places a standard room at around one to two days, but that can increase considerably where repairs or extensive preparation are needed.
Can you repaint dark or brightly coloured walls in a lighter colour?
Yes, although strong colours may need additional preparation and coats to achieve an even lighter finish. The wall should first be checked for marks, repairs and differences in porosity that could cause patchy coverage.
Depending on the existing colour and chosen product, an appropriate base coat may reduce the number of expensive finishing coats required. We assess coverage as the work progresses rather than assuming every colour change will need exactly the same paint system.
Do you paint fences, exterior doors, render and other outdoor surfaces?
Yes. We decorate timber fences, gates, doors, masonry, render and other suitable exterior surfaces. The existing coating must be cleaned and checked for peeling paint, moisture damage, algae and failed repairs before new products are applied.
Exterior paint should only be used when the surface and weather conditions are suitable. Applying coatings to damp timber or before rain can prevent proper adhesion and shorten the lifespan of the finish. Local decorating guides identify access, preparation and specialist exterior products as important factors when planning outdoor work.
Why should I choose a professional painter and decorator instead of doing it myself?
Hiring a professional decorator usually delivers a higher-quality, longer-lasting finish while saving significant time and reducing costly mistakes.
Professional decorators understand how to prepare different surfaces, select the right primers and paints, achieve clean cutting-in lines and apply coatings evenly using the correct tools. They also recognise potential issues such as damp, unstable plaster or previous coating failures before decorating begins. Where sanding is required, North & Sons uses professional dustless sanding equipment to capture the vast majority of airborne dust, helping keep your home cleaner while creating a smoother surface ready for painting.
As a family-run business established in 2015, North & Sons has completed more than 700 residential and commercial decorating projects across Newcastle and the surrounding areas. With over 45 years of combined experience, £10 million public liability insurance and a 12-month workmanship guarantee, customers can be confident their property is in safe, experienced hands.
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