Painter and decorator prices in Leicester (2026)
Short answer: a professional painter and decorator in Leicester costs £180–£650 per room in 2026, materials included, or about £2,200–£5,500 for a full 3-bed house. These are the real price ranges we quote, gathered in one place from our detailed cost guides.
Every figure below includes premium trade paint, full preparation (filling, caulking, sanding, priming) and protection of your home. For your exact fixed price, the instant quote tool takes about two minutes.
Price per room
| Room | Typical size | Price (walls & ceiling, materials in) |
|---|---|---|
| Box room / small bedroom | Up to 8 m² | £180–£280 |
| Double bedroom | 10–14 m² | £280–£450 |
| Living room | 14–20 m² | £380–£550 |
| Large lounge / through-lounge | 20 m²+ | £450–£650+ |
| Kitchen / diner | Varies | £280–£500 |
| Bathroom | Small | £160–£300 |
Single-room visits start at £300. Adding the woodwork (skirting, door, frame, window) takes a double bedroom to around £400–£600. Full breakdown: cost to paint a room in Leicester.
Whole-house prices
| Property | Full interior repaint (materials in) | Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Flat | £700–£2,400 | Flat guide |
| 2-bed terraced house | £1,400–£2,900 | Terrace guide |
| Bungalow | £1,600–£4,200 | Bungalow guide |
| 3-bed semi | £2,400–£4,400 | 3-bed semi guide |
| 3-bed house (all types) | £2,200–£5,500 | 3-bed guide |
| 4-bed detached | £3,600–£6,800 | 4-bed guide |
| 5-bed house | £6,000–£10,000 | 5-bed guide |
Hall, stairs and landing
| Property | Walls & ceiling | Including woodwork & spindles |
|---|---|---|
| 2-bed terrace, narrow hall | £350–£500 | £500–£750 |
| 3-bed semi | £420–£600 | £600–£900 |
| 4-bed detached, galleried | £700–£950 | £950–£1,200 |
| Period 3-storey stairwell | £900–£1,400 | £1,200–£2,500 |
Hallways cost more than their floor area suggests because of wall height and access. Details: hallway, stairs and landing costs.
Day rates vs fixed prices
| Who | Typical day rate (2026) |
|---|---|
| Sole decorator, Leicester / East Midlands | £160–£220 |
| Two-person team | £280–£400 |
| Half day (sole trader) | £90–£130 |
A day rate looks cheaper until the job runs over and the materials are added. We quote a fixed price instead, so the number can't creep. Why that matters: day rate vs fixed price.
Other services
Wallpaper hanging, exterior painting, limewash, wall panelling, feature walls and commercial decorating are priced per job, because the size and condition vary too much for a fair range. Send the details through the instant quote and we'll come back with a fixed figure.
What moves the price
- Size: the paintable area, including ceiling height
- Condition: cracks, old plaster, stains and damp need more preparation
- Surfaces: walls only, or walls, ceiling and woodwork
- Colour change: going from dark to light usually needs an extra coat
- Access: tall stairwells and furniture-filled rooms take longer
Larger projects get automatic savings: 10% off from £500, 15% off from £3,500 and 20% off from £5,500.
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Get my instant quote →Frequently asked questions
How much does a painter and decorator cost in Leicester?
In 2026, most rooms in Leicester cost £180–£650 to paint professionally, materials included. A full 3-bed house is typically £2,200–£5,500, and a hall, stairs and landing £350–£1,200. Single-room visits start at £300.
What is a painter and decorator's day rate in Leicester?
A sole decorator in Leicester and the East Midlands typically charges £160–£220 a day in 2026, and a two-person team £280–£400. Day rates usually exclude materials, so compare the total job price, not the daily rate.
Do your prices include paint?
Yes. Every PaintMyWalls quote includes premium trade paint, filler, caulk, sundries and protection. Many decorators quote labour only and add £350–£700 of materials on a 3-bed house.
Is it cheaper to do several rooms at once?
Yes. Setup, travel and protection are shared, so the price per room drops. Our quotes apply automatic savings: 10% off projects from £500, 15% from £3,500 and 20% from £5,500.
How do I get an exact price?
Use our online instant quote. Enter your rooms and measurements and you get a fixed, itemised price in about two minutes, without a visit. You can also upload a floor plan.
Written by Julian, lead decorator at PaintMyWalls.co.uk, a painter and decorator in Leicester rated 9.88/10 on Checkatrade.