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Aberdeen’s Top 4 Painters That Can Bring Life and Colour to Your Home
Sure, painting sounds easy, but it’s a lot trickier than it looks. It’s really all fun and games until you’re chasing clean lines and fighting stubborn streaks. Trust me, a good painter can make your walls come alive; a bad one will have you cursing out every uneven streak.
During my parents’ home renovation, I thought I’d help out and save them a couple of hundred pounds by handling the paint job myself. Turns out, I ended up costing them extra, as the pros had to come in and fix my disastrous handiwork. My sweet nan, though, kindly called it “abstract art”. Oh, bless her.
Since that fiasco, I’ve put down the paintbrushes and left the job to the experts. No more streaky masterpieces from this wannabe Picasso. If you want to know who I’d call to save the day? Read on for our top picks of Aberdeen’s best painters for every kind of project.
1. KSA 24 Renovations
Services: Painting, decorating, plastering, ames taping, plasterboard skimming, and more
Address: 8 Powis Cir, Aberdeen AB24 3YX
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday – 7 AM to 8 PM
Contact Information: [email protected]
| Google reviews score | 4.7/5 |
| Facebook reviews score | 5/5 |
| Build Scotland reviews score | 5/5 |
| Yell reviews score | 5/5 |
| Total reviews | 5/5 |
| Score consistency | 4/5 |
| Quality of Worksmanship | 4.5/5 |
| Finish and Durability | 5/5 |
| Preparation and Precision | 5/5 |
| Services and Specialisations | 4/5 |
| Materials and Sustainability | 4/5 |
| Reliability, Communication, and Professionalism | 5/5 |
| Professional Conduct | 5/5 |
| Punctuality and Dependability | 5/5 |
| Responsiveness | 5/5 |
| Pricing and Value for Money | 4/5 |
| Clean-Up and Aftercare | 5/5 |
KSA 24 Renovations has been serving Aberdeen locals for over 18 years, from giving flats a fresh coat of paint to managing major renovations. We think they’re a great pick if you need more than just painting, as their team can handle multiple trades, saving you the hassle of dealing with several contractors.
The best part? They provide free, no-obligation quotes, letting you compare options and find the right fit without the pressure to commit.
The only catch is that they mostly take on residential and interior jobs, so they’re not the go-to for big commercial projects. Still, we think this focus really pays off and lets them deliver more personalised, detail-driven results for homes, something many happy customers also highlighted in their reviews.
It’s also worth keeping in mind that they’re closed on the weekends, so it’s best to phone ahead to secure a slot, as they tend to book up quickly. The good news? Their team works efficiently, even going as far as to finish projects ahead of schedule, which is always a pleasant surprise.
Great workmanship, very tidy and a good price
“We are currently preparing a house for sale and we can thoroughly recommend Kris for the work he has done for us. Great workmanship, very tidy and a good price. He has also been invaluable with the advice he has given us as we try to sell an old house. Thank you Kris and we look forward to using your services again.”
June Gold, Google Reviews
5 stars
“I have used KSA renovations several times now and will be in touch again if I need any more work done. The work was carried out to a beautiful standard and with an excellent finish. He managed to skim and paint old, damaged walls and restore them to a perfect, smooth finish. 5 stars. Highly recommend!”
Scott Eason, Google Reviews
2. Prestige Decorators
Services: Domestic and commercial painting and decorating, external painting and staining, ames taping, and more
Address: Mains Of Portlethen Farm, Portlethen, Aberdeen AB12 4QP
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday – 7:30 AM to 5 PM
Contact Information: +44 7763 675122; [email protected]
| Google reviews score | 4.9/5 |
| Facebook reviews score | 5/5 |
| Yell reviews score | 5/5 |
| Checkatrade reviews score | 5/5 |
| Total reviews | 5/5 |
| Score consistency | 4/5 |
| Quality of Worksmanship | 4.5/5 |
| Finish and Durability | 5/5 |
| Preparation and Precision | 5/5 |
| Services and Specialisations | 5/5 |
| Materials and Sustainability | 4/5 |
| Reliability, Communication, and Professionalism | 5/5 |
| Professional Conduct | 5/5 |
| Punctuality and Dependability | 5/5 |
| Responsiveness | 5/5 |
| Pricing and Value for Money | 4/5 |
| Clean-Up and Aftercare | 5/5 |
Prestige Decorators may be a newer name in the business, but they’ve already built a loyal following for their high-quality service and professionalism. Whether tackling hard-to-reach areas of a home with their mobile elevating platform or handling quick pain jobs in a flat, their skilled team is efficient and precise.
Speaking of their team, it’s worth keeping in mind that they’re on the smaller side. Considering that they’re also closed on weekends, it could mean you may need to wait a bit longer for bigger jobs, especially when they’re busy and bookings fill up fast.
On the bright side, we like that they’re quick to provide fair quotes with reasonable pricing. From start to finish, the whole process runs smoothly, starting the job when promised, keeping you in the loop, and following through on every detail.
The best part? They deliver within the agreed-upon timescales, and their high-quality craftsmanship more than makes up for the wait. Plus, they’re fully insured, giving you extra peace of mind that your property’s in safe hands.
Thoroughly and professionally done
“Outdoor painting job thoroughly and professionally done by Daniel with emphasis on quality, not haste. Excellent communication – Lewis kept us well-informed and responded quickly to our messages. Also, any snags we raised were promptly addressed by Lewis and Daniel. We highly recommend these professional, reliable and friendly folk!”
Grietje Holtrop, Google Reviews
Tremendous job and was supremely tidy
“Prestige painters did a significant paint job to the higher levels of my house using their mobile elevating platform where appropriate. This is a great piece of kit and much safer than a long ladder. The painter Hugo did a tremendous job and was supremely tidy. Altogether a very good job and I’d have to difficulties in recommending Prestige.”
Diarmid Macalister Hall, Google Reviews
3. Scott Sim
Services: Interior and exterior painting, ames taping, wallpaper hanging, and more
Address: 2 Cardens Knowe, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen AB22 8PE
Contact Information: +44 7850 665359; [email protected]
| Google reviews score | 4.8/5 |
| Facebook reviews score | 5/5 |
| Yell reviews score | 4.9/5 |
| Total reviews | 4/5 |
| Score consistency | 4/5 |
| Quality of Worksmanship | 4.5/5 |
| Finish and Durability | 5/5 |
| Preparation and Precision | 5/5 |
| Services and Specialisations | 5/5 |
| Materials and Sustainability | 4/5 |
| Reliability, Communication, and Professionalism | 5/5 |
| Professional Conduct | 5/5 |
| Punctuality and Dependability | 5/5 |
| Responsiveness | 5/5 |
| Pricing and Value for Money | 5/5 |
| Clean-Up and Aftercare | 5/5 |
Scott has over 20 years of experience in the painting and decorating industry, proudly serving Aberdeen locals. From small domestic touch-ups or larger commercial projects, he handles everything from surface preparations to flawless finishings.
However, scheduling may be tricky given his high demand but rather small team. Because of this, you’ll need to book early if you’ve got a large job.
And if you’re worried about the size of his team, don’t be. Scott keeps things simple and efficient. All it takes is one quick call, and he’s on his way for a site inspection and quote. We appreciate his hands-on approach as this ensures a more personalised service and faster responses from the expert himself.
Another plus is that he’s tidy at all times throughout the job, which we think is a clear reflection of his strong attention to detail, which we like. Each project is done neatly, with clean edges and no mess left behind once the work’s complete.
“A+ from start to finish. Scott is punctual, sent quote same day as he came to view, then booked me in quickly. I had livingroom walls, ceiling and woodwork done for a very reasonable price. All paintwork is done neatly and there was no mess left behind when finished. Thanks very much. I will be using again when I’ve finished decorating this room.”
Becky Passel, Google Reviews
“Used Scott for some major redecorating work in our new house. Scott is friendly, approachable and well mannered and was impressed with his attention to detail when pricing the work and discussing the job. Scott and the guys did a fine job and overall delighted at the finished product, quality of the job and attention to detail. Prices fair and competitive. Would recommend.”
Michael Spencer, Google Reviews
4. Kingdecor Services
Services: Traditional painting and decorating, spray painting, and more
Address: Ythan Road, Aberdeen AB16 6TA
Operating Hours: Daily – 8 AM to 6 PM
Contact Information: +44 7703 787969; [email protected]
| Google reviews score | 5/5 |
| Facebook reviews score | 5/5 |
| Total reviews | 2/5 |
| Score consistency | 5/5 |
| Quality of Worksmanship | 4/5 |
| Finish and Durability | 4/5 |
| Preparation and Precision | 5/5 |
| Services and Specialisations | 5/5 |
| Materials and Sustainability | 4/5 |
| Reliability, Communication, and Professionalism | 4.3/5 |
| Professional Conduct | 4/5 |
| Punctuality and Dependability | 4/5 |
| Responsiveness | 5/5 |
| Pricing and Value for Money | 4/5 |
| Clean-Up and Aftercare | 5/5 |
Kingdecor Services boasts 35+ years of experience in painting and decorating, covering everything from traditional touch-ups to specialised spray painting. That expertise is really shown in their attention to detail, from carefully preparing surrounding areas to keeping us informed every step of the way.
While we think it’s great that they’re painting experts, offering both traditional and specialised techniques, the complexity of the job can sometimes mean higher costs or slightly longer turnarounds compared to a decorator just focused on walls and ceilings.
Another big plus is that they’re open daily, which is surprisingly rare in the trade. It may not seem like a big deal, but this flexibility makes scheduling and communication much easier, especially if you’re all over the place throughout the week. The flip side? They can get busy fast, so it’s best to book ahead.
We also appreciate that they’re fully insured, giving you that extra peace of mind. On top of that, we like their focus on cleanliness, using dust-less sanding to keep your space tidy, which is especially great if work’s being done in a lived-in space.
Extremely satisfied with the quality
“We were extremely satisfied with the quality of finish carried out to our utility room units. A lot of care was taken in the preparation stage and protection of surrounding areas. They kept us well informed about their programme and visits. We would definitely recommend this company.”
Aileen Thomson, Google Reviews
Amazing job
“Kenny and the team did an amazing job painting our kitchen units. The finish of the units and attention to detail is incredible. It’s seriously impressive. Kenny was very responsive and answered every email quickly and was able to advise on the best type and most durable paint, which was really helpful. I Would highly recommend Kingdecor, amazing job 😊”
Abby Platts, Google Reviews
