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Ben Thwaite High Class Painter and Decorator

5.0

15 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today -
  • Monday 08:00–16:30
  • Tuesday 08:00–16:30
  • Wednesday 08:00–16:30
  • Thursday 08:00–16:30
  • Friday 08:00–16:30
  • Saturday - Closed
  • Sunday - Closed

About

I would like to say a little about myself and my business. I have 30 years experience in the Painting & Decorating trade, working my way up to foreman at a small quality decorating firm, before making the choice to become self employed in 2009. In the years since, I have made constant progress, in both the way I work and the tools and materials I have incorporated into my working practices. I use a dustless sanding system that eliminates the majority of dust that is associated with preparation, which is both cleaner and better for my own and my clients health. Where possible, all paints are water based which is better for health and also the environment. If the environment is a concern I can also source paints that are organic and have zero VOC’s (volatile organic compounds), creating as little environmental impact as possible. Unlike a lot of tradesmen I give a fixed date for starting a job and a date when the job will be finished, allowing the client the freedom to make plans around those dates.

What we do

  • Painters and decorators

    • Painting contractors
    • Wallpapering
    • Exterior decorating
    • Interior decorating
  • UPVC Spraying

    • Kitchen spraying

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Truly professional throughout, very impressive work
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From start to finish, I had a great experience with Ben Thwaite. After reaching out on Which? enquiring about a decorating job, he got back to me promptly, he was flexible arranging a time to view the house, and he provided me a typed up quote that very evening. I'd reached out to four other decorators- Ben was the cheapest price quoted, and he is also demonstrated he knew his stuff talking through the job. It was a no brainer to go with Ben, and he was available to start the work two weeks later (I had someone tell me they wouldn't be free for five months!) As for the job itself, it's a seamless finish. I had the bannister, hallway, bedroom and bathroom painted, and they all look great. Extremely happy with the work. It was completed in a timely manner, and Ben was accommodating around using a lock box as I was at work so couldn't be there at the property itself. I don't normally write reviews but I genuinely, wholeheartedly recommend Ben's decorating services after this experience.
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 12/11/2024 , work completed 07/11/2024
Great work covering some terrible plastering
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Ben was recommended to me by a work colleague after I had a disappointing experience with another contractor who did a poor plastering job. Ben came over to assess the defective work and explained that he often has to fix issues caused by rogue traders in the market. After discussing the project, we agreed on a fair price and a timeline. Ben was very prompt in starting the job. He took great care to protect the surrounding areas and then got to work with some heavy-duty sanding and filling. I was particularly impressed with the high-quality tools Ben used, including a Festool orbital sander connected to a Festool vacuum, which helped prevent any dust in the environment. After the filling and sanding process, Ben applied lining paper to the walls and ceilings. He then meticulously hung patterned paper, carefully scribing it to a stone wall, and painted the remaining areas with matt emulsion. Finally, he sealed the walls, which was necessary for the bathroom environment. Ben's work is first class, and I will definitely be using his services in other areas of our home. He was always polite, punctual, and a pleasure to have working in our home. I have no hesitation in recommending Ben to others and look forward to utilizing his services in the future.
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 03/09/2024 , work completed 23/07/2024
Ben has decorated most of the rooms in our house and we are very happy
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We have used Ben to paint or wallpaper most of the rooms in our house, we have a detached 3 bed bungalow and Ben has transformed the decorating over the years. He is always punctual and does a great job and also advises us on colours and designs. We will always come back to Ben if we need any decorating needs in the future and have also recommended him to friends.
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 22/08/2024 , work completed 20/08/2024
Always reliable
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Ben has probably decorated every room in our house. This time it was the hallway. He always arrives on time, tidies up and wallpapers and paints beautifully. He’s friendly, polite and gets on with the job. Highly recommended.
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 14/06/2024 , work completed 05/06/2024
Fantastic job!
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Our small spare room has always been a junk room/cat basecamp. Since 2020 my partner has been working from home most days and so our shared office wasn't big enough for his extra kit and me. The plan was to make the spare room into my office/art room but when we saw how broken up the old plaster was we realised we didn't have the skills to finish it ourselves. We found Ben pretty quickly through Which. He swooped in and had the plaster repaired, the cracks filled and the room papered and painted in three days. Ben was professional and friendly throughout and we look forward to working with him again. I'm still in the process of sorting out and moving in but I've been working in the room for the past week and it's been great.
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 11/05/2024 , work completed 01/05/2024
High Class Indeed.
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From the first point of contact with Ben I found him to be friendly, approachable and professional . Work arranged: Main bedroom ,office, hall/stairs/landing,kitchen. He arrived promptly each day, each area was tidied as much as was possible prior to leaving for the evening. He scheduled the work and kept to the arrangements. I was blown away on realising he had re hung my bedroom curtains on completion of that room ( wow) Quite honestly, Ben has been like finding that Fabulous Restaurant that you really don’t want to share in case you struggle to get a table! “ High Class “ indeed
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 25/04/2024 , work completed 24/04/2024
Redecorating 2 rooms
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Ben did an excellent job stripping & redecorating 2 rooms for us, including addressing some unforeseen issues on stripping away the old wallpaper. He and his mate were punctual, hard-working, and very friendly. We have used them before, and if the need arises in the future we will definitely use them again.
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 22/03/2024 , work completed 21/03/2024
Brilliant job
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We are very impressed on the way Ben worked,his preparation was great,he made sure everything was covered before starting and was very tidy,tiding up after each day.He explained everything he was going to do,he came on the day he said he would and came every day 8am till the job was finished,he used the highest quality decorating products,and on completion we could tell,because it looks brilliant and we are thrilled with it.The price he gave us,is the price we paid,no hidden extras.When he had finished,he said if there was any problems to ring him,I would highly recommend Ben as he was very professional and meticulous with his work.
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 11/02/2024 , work completed 07/02/2024
Painting of domed conservatory ceiling.
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Ben prepared and painted the ceiling of our recently refurbished large conservatory. We are extremely happy with the job. His work is to a very high standard with attention to detail and he uses top quality paint products that give a lovely professional finish. Ben was very approachable with a polite friendly professional attitude as well being reliable and on time. The flooring and any furniture was well protected with dust sheets and everything was cleaned up after the job. We would have no hesitation in recommending Ben, as he is a first class painter and decorator.
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 01/12/2023 , work completed 01/12/2023
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Ben recently redecorated my kitchen. It is totally transformed, and I am delighted with the completed work. His work is of a high standard, and he certainly merits the title trusted trader. Ben was pleasant, efficient, and reliable throughout. He worked to schedule and caused minimum inconvenience and disruption. He ensured the kitchen was serviceable when he left in the evening. I was impressed by Ben’s choice of products, and his work certainly reflects his many years of experience. He honoured his quotation. I have no hesitation in recommending Ben. He is undoubtedly a high class painter and decorator.
Customer in Greater Manchester Posted on 29/11/2023 , work completed 24/11/2023
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The finish on the painting is the best I've ever seen. Excellent and efficient service from Ben from start to finish The work was completed to a very high standard and on time, I Wouldn't hesitate to recommend Ben to friends and family The finished job was beyond my expectations beautiful results. Ben is trustworthy and reliable and can be left to get on with the job whilst we were out, everything was protected during the work the job was always left clean and tidy at the end of each day.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 19/10/2023 , work completed 13/01/2023
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Due to a burst destroying my house, it needed a complete redecoration. Having used Ben previously my a recommended him, as an ideal person to do the job. Unfortunately, due to his reputation, for the quality of his work, I did have to wait some time before he was available. Extremely reliable, he kept to the agreed work schedule, and completed the work on time. I was not disappointed as I have been extremely impressed both by his thoroughness, and the quality of his work, which were both excellent. Personally daunted by having the decorating completed alongside other renovations, it was reassuring to have someone I could trust. Ben was very supportive throughout the whole process, and nothing was too much trouble. I would have no hesitation in recommending him.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 19/10/2023 , work completed 25/08/2023
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Ben did various decorating jobs for us recently including painting , wallpapering and treating an external door . Ben is a complete professional and I would highly recommend him .
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 19/10/2023 , work completed 15/09/2023
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We?ve used Ben for the last 3 years, to decorate rooms throughout the house. He?s done an amazing job on our living room, master bedroom, kitchen and dining room. Most recently, Ben redecorated our spare bedroom - all paintwork, ceiling, and walls, including a feature wall that we wanted him to use an unusual effect on. We?d also ripped out wardrobes and moved radiators and electrics, so there was a fair amount of prep and repair work to be done. He did an amazing job. He even brought us example patches of the feature wall effect ahead of time, so we could see how it would look and choose the exact look we were going for. The room looks amazing. Ben is always such a thorough and precise craftsman, and really takes care in your home. We will be using Ben throughout the rest of the house, and would have no hesitation recommending him to anyone.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 19/10/2023 , work completed 19/09/2023
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Complete house re decoration
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 19/10/2023 , work completed 29/08/2023