A personal decorating service

Your local painter and decorator in Roade

Hello, I'm Steve Tucker. If you need a hand with painting, decorating or wallpaper hanging in Roade, I'd be pleased to hear about your plans. I run Finishing Touches and take pride in making homes feel fresh and cared for.

You might have a tired bedroom, a feature wall in mind or several rooms that need attention. I'll talk through the options with you, look after your home while the work is under way and explain everything in a free, no-obligation quotation.

Living room with worn paintwork before redecoration
Living room after painting with refreshed walls and trim
Compare a living room before and after decorating.
A friendly, straightforward service

What working with me is like

You should feel comfortable inviting a decorator into your home. I aim to make the whole process easy to understand, from our first conversation to the final tidy-up.

Bedroom walls before repainting
Bedroom with freshly painted walls in modern colours
Compare a bedroom before and after a fresh coat of paint.
  • We start with a proper conversation. Tell me what you want to change and what's important to you. I'll listen before recommending the work.
  • A quotation you can understand. I'll put the work in writing so you can see what is included before making a decision.
  • Materials that suit the job. I'll explain why a particular paint or finish is right for the room or surface, without confusing jargon.
  • Preparation gets the attention it needs. If filling, sanding or repairs are required, I'll discuss them rather than just painting over a problem.
  • We agree on practical arrangements. We'll talk about timing, access and what needs moving before work starts.
  • Your home is treated with care. I'll protect nearby areas where needed and make every effort to leave things clean and tidy.
  • No surprises along the way. If something unexpected turns up, I'll speak to you before changing the agreed work or price.
Wallpaper with personality

Bring a room to life with wallpaper

Sometimes one wall is all it takes to change the feel of a room. I hang wallpapers for feature walls and full rooms, helping you get the look you want without the hassle of putting it up yourself.

I'll check the walls first, prepare them as needed and pay attention to pattern matching, corners and edges. It's the little details that make a papered room look properly finished.

  • Feature walls with character
  • Wallpaper for bedrooms and living rooms
  • Careful matching around corners
  • Wall preparation and finishing
Undecorated living room wall before painting and wallpaper hanging
Living room with freshly painted walls and a wallpaper feature wall
Compare a room before and after wallpaper hanging.
Small details, big difference

Fresh paint for tired woodwork

Scuffed doors or yellowing skirting boards can make a room feel worn out. Freshly painted woodwork is often the finishing touch that helps everything look right again.

I'll look at what condition the wood is in, talk you through the preparation and help you choose a finish such as satin, eggshell or gloss that suits the way your home is used.

  • Doors that need refreshing
  • Skirting boards and door frames
  • Window boards and sills
  • Banisters and staircases
  • Fitted cupboards and shelves
  • Decorative trims and mouldings
Worn interior woodwork before sanding and painting
Interior woodwork after professional preparation and fresh paint
Compare interior woodwork before and after painting.
Let’s talk about your home

Have a decorating job in mind?

Whether it's one wall or a bigger project in Roade, tell me what you're thinking. I'll be happy to offer advice and provide a free quotation, without any pressure to go ahead.