Painting & Decorating cost in Cardiff
2026 prices for South Glamorgan · Wales
Painting & Decorating in Cardiff typically costs between £370 and £5,500, with most homeowners landing near £2,935. Local pricing sits about 8% below the UK average. Low day rates, though rural travel surcharges and solid-wall properties can offset the saving on larger jobs.
£370 – £5,500
UK average £1,800 · Cardiff index 92
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Painting & Decorating prices in Cardiff by finish level
| FINISH LEVEL | CARDIFF COST | WHAT'S INCLUDED |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | £370 – £550 | Entry-level materials, existing layout retained |
| Mid-range | £530 – £800 | Better fittings, some layout change |
| Premium | £720 – £1,100 | High-specification materials and full redesign |
£1,908
About 65% of a typical Cardiff job, at Wales day rates.
£1,027
Materials pricing is broadly national — this is where specification, not location, drives your total.
What affects painting & decorating cost in Cardiff
Large Victorian terrace belt in Cathays, Roath and Canton, much of it student-let. Welsh building regulations differ from England on some energy and ventilation requirements.
- Old distemper or flaking paint needing full strip
- Damp patches that recur through new paint
- Cracked plaster requiring skimming first
Rules in Cardiff
Building control and planning applications for painting & decorating work in Cardiff go through Cardiff Council. Confirm before booking whether your property sits in a conservation area, is listed, or is covered by an Article 4 direction — each removes permitted development rights and changes the approval route.
Serving CF10, CF11, CF14, CF24 and the surrounding South Glamorgan area.
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