Painter & Decorator Costs in Kettering
East Midlands | Prices updated for 2026 | All estimates include labour and materials
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Estimated cost in Kettering
£169 - £489
Room Painting (average room)
Typical duration: 1-2 days
Painter & Decorator Prices in Kettering
Room Painting
£169 - £489Labour
£141 - £376
Materials
£28 - £113
Typical duration: 1-2 days
Full House Interior
£1,316 - £4,042Labour
£1,128 - £3,290
Materials
£188 - £752
Typical duration: 5-10 days
Exterior Painting
£893 - £2,914Labour
£752 - £2,350
Materials
£141 - £564
Typical duration: 3-7 days
Wallpapering
£188 - £658Labour
£141 - £376
Materials
£47 - £282
Typical duration: 1-2 days
How Kettering Compares
Around the national average
Trade prices in Kettering are typically 6% below the national average. This reflects local labour rates and the cost of living in East Midlands.
Seasonal Demand for Painter & Decorator Work
Peak demand is typically in Jul, with the quietest period around Jan. You may find lower prices and better availability during off-peak months.
What Affects the Price
Room Painting
- Room size and ceiling height
- Condition of walls (prep work needed)
- Number of coats required
- Paint quality and finish type
- Amount of cutting-in around features
Full House Interior
- Number of rooms and total wall area
- Condition of surfaces (filling, sanding, priming)
- Whether ceilings and woodwork are included
- Number of colour changes
Exterior Painting
- Property size and number of elevations
- Height and scaffolding or ladder requirements
- Surface type (render, pebbledash, timber)
- Preparation work (scraping, sanding, priming)
- Weather dependency and season
Wallpapering
- Room size and number of walls
- Wallpaper type (paste-the-wall, paste-the-paper, vinyl)
- Pattern matching complexity
- Wall preparation (lining paper, skim coat)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a painter & decorator cost in Kettering?
Painter & Decorator prices in Kettering typically range from £169 for room painting to £4,042 for full house interior. Prices include both labour and materials.
What is the average cost of room painting in Kettering?
Room Painting in Kettering costs between £169 and £489 on average, depending on the scope of work and materials chosen.
When is the cheapest time to hire a painter & decorator in Kettering?
Demand for painter & decorator work in Kettering is typically lowest in January. Booking during quieter months may mean better availability and competitive pricing.
Are painter & decorator prices in Kettering above or below the national average?
Painter & Decorator prices in Kettering are around 6% below the national average, making it a more affordable area for this type of work.
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