Hire Painters & Decorators in the UK
Painters and decorators are needed at the final stage of almost every construction and refurbishment project — making their availability at the right time critical to programme completion. From new build housing to high-specification commercial interiors, experienced painters and decorators with a keen eye for finish are consistently sought after.
Typical Rate
£16–£24
per hour
Card Required
CSCS Blue Card
Turnaround
24 hrs
urgent requirements (most regions)
What Painters & Decorators Do
- Surface preparation (filling, sanding, priming)
- Emulsion and gloss paint application
- Spray painting and specialist finishes
- Wallpaper hanging and vinyl installation
- Wood finishing and varnishing
- External masonry and render painting
- Commercial and residential interior finishing
Qualifications & Cards
Card Requirements
Minimum: CSCS Blue Card (NVQ Level 2 Decorative Finishing & Painting)
Painters and decorators should hold a CSCS Blue Card at NVQ Level 2. Supervisory roles require a Gold Card.
- CSCS Blue Card (NVQ Level 2 Decorative Finishing)
- City & Guilds 6707 Painting & Decorating
- SSSTS for supervisory roles
Why Use Phoenix Gray to Hire Painters & Decorators?
Painters and decorators are most in demand at the tail end of a programme — when every other trade is also trying to finish. This late-stage pressure on resource makes sourcing reliable finishing trades at short notice a regular challenge for main contractors.
Residential and commercial painters available — internal, external, and spray finishing
CSCS Blue Card verified before placement
Short notice availability for programme finishing and handover phases
Individual painters or multi-person teams available
Hire Painters & Decorators by Location
Active recruitment networks across every major UK construction market.
Hiring Painters & Decorators in the UK — FAQs
What CSCS card do painters and decorators need?
Painters and decorators should hold a CSCS Blue Card based on NVQ Level 2 in Decorative Finishing and Industrial Painting Occupations.
Can you supply spray painters?
Yes — we have painters experienced in spray application and specialist finishes. Please specify your requirement and we will confirm availability.
What is the typical painter and decorator rate in the UK?
Painter and decorator rates typically range from £16–£24 per hour depending on experience, finish specification, and location. Spray painters and specialist finishers command higher rates.
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