Wood Painters in Cardiff

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Primrose Decor specializes in professional wood painting across Cardiff. With over 10 years of experience, we transform timber features in Victorian terraces, Edwardian homes, and modern properties.

We handle everything from skirting boards to exterior cladding. Our service includes full surface preparation, specialist primers, and premium paints chosen for Cardiff’s coastal climate. Every project gets the same careful attention—whether you’re refreshing a single door or repainting your entire home’s woodwork.

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Why Choose Primrose Decor?

Wood Painting Specialists

Over 10 years working with softwoods like pine and hardwoods like oak. We understand grain patterns, tannin bleeding, and moisture content. These details determine whether your paint lasts two years or twenty.

Local Cardiff Expertise

Roath terraces need oil-based systems for high-traffic areas. Cardiff Bay apartments work better with low-VOC water-based paints. We match our approach to your property’s orientation, natural light, and architectural period.

Premium Materials

We use Dulux Trade, Crown Trade, and Farrow & Ball wood paints. Exterior work gets flexible, breathable coatings that handle Cardiff’s 2,000mm+ annual rainfall without peeling.

Proper Preparation

Most painting failures come from poor prep, not poor paint. We sand properly, fill every gap, and apply the right primer system. Beautiful results require solid foundations.

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Wood Features We Paint

Skirting Boards and Architraves

These high-wear areas show every imperfection. We fill dents with two-part wood filler and sand to 240-grit smoothness. Multiple thin coats create a factory-like finish with sharp edges, no brush marks, and no drips.

Window Frames and Sills

Welsh weather attacks window timber constantly. We use microporous paints that repel rain but let moisture escape from within. This prevents the trapped water that causes rot. We work on sash windows, casements, and bay windows across Cathays and Pontcanna.

Interior and Exterior Doors

Front doors need UV-resistant finishes and weatherproof primers. Internal doors need smooth, scrubbable surfaces. We prepare panels properly and apply specialist coatings matched to each door’s demands. Our door painting service adds both curb appeal and property value.

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Staircases and Bannisters

Handrails need tough, chip-resistant coatings. We use specialist brushes for turned spindles and detailed moldings. Our staircase painting service builds coverage gradually for even results on these important features.

Kitchen Cabinets

Cabinet painting needs different techniques than wall painting. We degrease thoroughly and apply bonding primers. Then we use furniture-grade paints with exceptional hardness. The result resists moisture, grease, and daily wear.

External Timber

Decks, gates, fences, cladding, and garden features face Cardiff’s coastal weather directly. We use flexible exterior painting coatings with UV filters and mildew inhibitors. Your outdoor timber gets lasting protection.

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Our Wood Painting Process

Initial Consultation

We assess your timber’s condition and test existing coatings. You’ll get a detailed written quote covering all preparation stages, materials by name, and realistic timescales. No hidden costs.

Surface Preparation

We protect your space with quality dust sheets and masking tape. Loose paint gets scraped and sanded away. Gaps get filled with appropriate wood filler. Surfaces get sanded to the right profile—typically 120-grit for primers, 180-240 for topcoats.

Priming and Undercoating

We match primer systems to your wood species and finish paint. Resinous softwoods get aluminum wood primer to block tannins. Exterior hardwoods get flexible primers that move with seasonal timber movement.

Paint Application

Multiple thin coats work better than single thick ones. We maintain wet edges and allow proper curing between coats. The right technique prevents brush marks and sags.

Final Inspection

We walk through the completed work with you and provide care instructions. All protection materials get removed. Your Cardiff home is left clean with beautifully transformed timber.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of paint is best for interior wood in Cardiff homes?

For high-traffic areas like skirting boards, we recommend oil-based satinwood for maximum durability. Water-based alternatives like Dulux Trade Diamond Satinwood offer faster drying and lower odor. They still provide excellent wear resistance. We choose based on your specific needs and timeline.

How do you prevent paint from peeling on exterior woodwork?

Peeling happens when moisture gets trapped under paint. We use microporous (breathable) exterior coatings that let water vapor escape while blocking rain. Proper preparation removes all loose material. We only paint when wood moisture content is below 20%. Cardiff’s coastal humidity makes this critical.

Can you paint over varnished wood without stripping it?

Yes, with proper preparation. We sand varnished surfaces to create grip for the new paint (called “deglossing”). Then we apply a bonding primer like Zinsser B-I-N. This creates a stable base for topcoats without complete stripping.

How long does interior wood painting take to dry in Welsh weather?

Water-based paints dry touch-dry in 1-2 hours and recoat in 4-6 hours. High humidity extends these times. Oil-based paints need 6-8 hours between coats and 16-24 hours before light use. We plan projects around Cardiff’s weather. Full hardness takes 2-3 weeks for both types.

What’s the difference between painting softwood and hardwood?

Softwoods (pine, spruce) are resinous and can bleed tannins through paint. They need knotting solution or stain-blocking primers. Hardwoods (oak, mahogany) are denser with tighter grain. They need less primer but more sanding between coats. We adjust our approach to your specific timber.

Should I paint or stain exterior timber features?

Paint provides superior protection and completely changes color. It requires more maintenance as it can peel when failing. Stains penetrate the wood and enhance natural grain. They don’t peel—they just fade and need recoating. For high-exposure areas in Cardiff’s climate, we typically recommend paint. For protected timber where grain matters, quality stains work beautifully.

How do you match existing paint colors on woodwork?

We need a clean sample of the existing color—a piece of painted wood works best. We take this to paint suppliers who use spectrophotometry to analyze the color. Off-the-shelf shades rarely match exactly, but we can get within 95% accuracy with custom mixing.

Can painted kitchen cabinets really look as good as new ones?

When properly prepared, yes. The key is thorough degreasing, light sanding, quality bonding primer, and furniture-grade topcoats like Farrow & Ball Modern Eggshell. We create a smooth, durable finish that looks factory-applied. This transforms your kitchen for a fraction of replacement cost.

How often should exterior woodwork be repainted in Cardiff?

With quality materials, south-facing and exposed exterior wood typically needs repainting every 4-6 years. Protected areas (under eaves, north-facing) can last 6-8 years. Cardiff’s coastal weather is harsh on paint. Using premium exterior coatings pays for itself in longevity.

What preparation is needed before you start painting wood?

We clean surfaces to remove dirt and grease. Loose or flaking paint gets scraped away. Holes and cracks get filled with appropriate wood filler. Then we sand to create the right surface profile and wipe down to remove dust. Bare wood gets knotting solution if needed, then primer. Proper prep takes 60-70% of project time—but that’s where quality results are made.

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