Cost-Cutting Strategies

SLASH your WALL, INTERIOR, and EXTERIOR painter and decorator costs in the Wirral:

1. Paint only what needs it – Focus on worn WALL areas only, not entire rooms.
2. Supply your own materials – Ask if your decorator will work with paint you provide.
3. One feature WALL – Create impact with one statement WALL instead of entire rooms.
4. Remove old wallpaper yourself – Save £100-£200 in labor costs.
5. Do ceilings only every other time – Ceilings typically stay cleaner than WALLs.
6. Phase your project – Spread INTERIOR and EXTERIOR costs over months rather than one large invoice.
7. Keep the same color – Changing colors often requires extra coats and primers.
8. Choose matt finishes – Often require fewer coats than glossy options.
9. Handle waste disposal yourself – Avoid additional removal fees.
10. Group similar colors – Using similar shades across rooms reduces paint waste.
11. Ask about remnant wallpaper – Previous job leftovers may be available at discount.
12. Request a price match – DN Decorators will often match competitors’ genuine quotes.
13. Book mid-week slots – These are typically less in demand than weekends.
14. Refer friends – Many decorators offer discounts for customer referrals.
15. Combine with other trades – Coordinate decorating with other home improvements to reduce disruption costs.