Staircase Painting
Quick answer
Can I still use the stairs while you're painting?
Yes — we work in halves and stagger drying times so there's always a usable side, or finish each evening with the stair fully walkable.
- Coverage
- Central, West & South East London
- Quote
- Free, itemised, within 24 hours
- Insurance
- £1m public liability
- Guarantee
- Written workmanship guarantee
Staircases take more punishment than any other painted surface in the house. We hand-strip flaking paint, fill, sand, prime and finish spindles, handrails, strings, risers and treads using durable systems built for high-traffic areas. Two-tone schemes, painted treads with stained handrails, and full traditional white-and-natural-wood looks are all routine work.
Why Choose This Service
- Hard-wearing two-coat eggshell or satinwood system
- Spindles hand-cut for crisp, drip-free lines
- Tread and riser systems engineered for foot traffic
- Two-tone and traditional finishes available
- Stair fully usable each evening — we work in halves where needed
What's Included
How we prepare and deliver staircase painting in London
- Survey — we inspect every surface and note cracks, damp and previous coatings.
- Protection — floors, furniture and fittings are covered and masked.
- Sanding with dust extraction — to keep your home clean.
- Filling and caulking — cracks, holes and joints made good.
- Stain block and primer — on marks and bare surfaces.
- Two top coats — for even colour and a lasting finish.
- Final walk-round — we check everything with you before we finish.
Paints and materials
- Farrow & Ball, Little Greene and Dulux Trade
- Trade primers and stain blockers matched to each surface
- Flexible fillers and decorators' caulk for lasting joints
- Finishes chosen for how the room or surface is used
Timings and guarantee
How long a job takes depends on its size and the condition of the surfaces — we confirm timings and a start date in your written quote. Sometimes timings change due to unforeseen circumstances, but we adapt, keep you informed and find the best possible way forward. Work is covered by a written guarantee: 12 months interior, 5 years exterior.
Carried out by the same insured team behind our work as painters and decorators in London. Book a free estimate.
Indicative Staircase Painting Pricing
Transparent starting prices for staircase painting across London. Every quote is tailored to the property — final pricing depends on size, condition, and finish.
Spindles & Handrail Only
from £450
Full prep, prime and two coats — typical Victorian staircase.
Full Staircase
from £950
Spindles, handrails, strings, risers and treads — start to finish.
Staircase + Hallway
from £1,800
Whole hall-stairs-landing scheme: walls, ceilings, staircase, doors.