Based in Deptford, London SE8 · covering London & Surrey
Smooth walls and ceilings and a clean, crisp paint finish, coordinated with the rest of your renovation so the final layer reflects the quality of everything underneath.
Overview
Plastering creates smooth, sound walls and ceilings, whether repairing damage, skimming over old surfaces or making good after new wiring and plumbing. Decorating then prepares and paints those surfaces for the finished look.
Homeowners finishing a renovation, landlords refreshing between tenants, sellers preparing a property for market, and businesses updating their premises.
After structural, electrical or plumbing work; when walls are cracked, uneven or patched; or when a room simply needs a fresh, clean finish.
Paint shows every flaw underneath. Good preparation and plastering are what make a wall look flat and crisp, and coordinating them with the other trades avoids damaging finished surfaces.
The cost of getting it wrong
Rushed preparation and badly sequenced finishing undo good work elsewhere.
Cracks filled without proper preparation reappear within months.
Repairs that aren't blended in show through paint, especially in side light.
Painting over damp, dusty or unprepared surfaces leads to flaking and blistering.
Decorating before other work is finished means repainting later.
Our process
We check the condition of walls and ceilings and agree the finish.
Floors, furniture and fittings are protected.
Damaged areas repaired and surfaces skimmed where needed.
Surfaces filled, sanded and primed for paint.
Paint applied for a clean, even finish, then a final check.
What you get
Proper plastering makes rooms look cleaner and better finished.
Good preparation stops paint flaking and patches showing through.
Finishing happens at the right point in your renovation.
A fresh finish makes a home feel complete.
30% to book, 35% at halfway, 35% on completion.
Part of a renovation run by one person accountable for the result.
In detail
After new wiring, plumbing or structural work, walls and ceilings need making good. Skimming gives a smooth surface over old or patched walls.
In older London homes, lath-and-plaster ceilings and uneven walls need assessing carefully before deciding whether to repair or replace.
Decoration covers walls, ceilings and woodwork. Bathrooms and kitchens need paints suited to moisture and cleaning.
We'll advise on finishes that suit how each room is used.
Plastering and decorating are usually the final stages of a bathroom or house renovation, and are planned into the overall sequence of works.
A reviewer who had a house renovation involving flooring and painting praised Emanuele's attention to detail in making sure all tasks were done correctly.
We carry out plastering and decorating in homes and commercial premises across London and Surrey, including Putney, Barnes, Kew, Chiswick and Herne Hill.
No two projects are priced the same, which is why we don't publish fixed prices. The main factors are the size of the rooms, the condition of existing walls and ceilings, how much repair or skimming is needed, the number of coats, and the amount of woodwork, doors and detailing to paint. The condition of what's already there matters too: a sound, flat surface is quicker to work on than one that needs repairing or rebuilding first.
The free quote visit is where these factors become clear. Emanuele will explain what's driving the price, flag anything that could change it once work starts, and give you a written quote so you can compare like for like. Payments are then staged at 30% to book, 35% at halfway and 35% on completion, so your money follows the progress you can see.
A good paint finish is mostly about what happens before painting starts. Cracks need opening and filling properly, patches need to be blended, surfaces need sanding and dusting, and fresh plaster needs time to dry and a suitable first coat. Skipping any of these shows up later as visible patches, flashing in side light or peeling.
In older London homes, walls often have decades of patching. Sometimes the best result is a fresh skim coat over the whole wall rather than chasing individual cracks, and we'll recommend whichever gives the better finish for your budget.
Kitchens and bathrooms need paints that handle moisture and frequent wiping. Hallways benefit from more durable, washable finishes. Ceilings and bedrooms can use flatter finishes that hide minor imperfections. We'll advise on finishes that suit how each room is used, so the decoration lasts as well as it looks.
We work across Central, West, South West and South East London, plus Surrey, including Mayfair, Kensington, Chelsea, Fulham, Richmond, Wimbledon, Clapham, Dulwich, Greenwich, Blackheath, Cobham and Esher. Popular areas for plastering & decorating: Putney, Barnes, Kew, Chiswick, Herne Hill, Ealing. See every area we cover.
Why Tilermate
Emanuele Campoccia trained as a tiler in Italy from a young age and has more than 20 years of experience. Since 2014 he has worked across London and Surrey on homes and commercial properties, and he still leads every project personally. When you call, you speak to the person responsible for the result, not a call centre or a salesperson.
Customers consistently mention the same things in their Google reviews: attention to detail, professionalism, clear communication and a clean, precise finish. Those reviews average 5.0, and several describe Emanuele checking not only his own work but that everything else on the project was done correctly.
The commercial side is kept simple. Quotes are free and written. Payments are staged at 30% to book, 35% at the halfway point and 35% on completion, so you're never paying far ahead of the work. Tilermate Interiors Ltd carries public liability insurance of up to £5 million, and bathroom installations come with a 2-year workmanship warranty from handover.
We work Monday to Saturday, 7am to 6pm, on planned projects only. That focus means each job gets proper preparation and attention rather than being squeezed in between emergency call-outs.
FAQ
It's usually carried out as part of a renovation. Tell us what you need and we'll let you know whether we can help.
It needs to dry properly first, and drying time depends on the thickness and conditions. We build that into the schedule.
We'll assess the cause and the ceiling's condition and recommend whether it should be repaired or replaced.
Our 2-year workmanship warranty applies to bathroom installations only.
Every project is priced individually after a free visit, because size, materials and the condition of the existing room change the cost. You get a clear written quote before any work starts, with no obligation.
30% deposit to book your start date, 35% when the job is halfway, and the final 35% on completion. You are never asked to pay far ahead of the work that has been done.
Yes. Tilermate Interiors Ltd carries public liability insurance of up to £5 million.
No. We focus on planned renovation and installation work, Monday to Saturday, 7am to 6pm. That focus is what lets us give each project proper attention.
Book a free visit and get a clear written quote.
£5m public liability · Staged payments · 5.0 on Google
