Chalk & Brown

Chalk & Brown were recommended to us and this is the second time we have used them (now for both external and internal decorating work). Their work is efficient, thorough, tidy and of a very high quality. The detail and finish of their work is excellent (having had different experiences with other firms previously). Cheerful and polite they are a pleasure to work with. We would absolutely use them again and happily recommend them to friends and family.

I've used Chalk and Brown(Gary and Paul) now for over 30 years - as long as I've been a member of Which. I have used them for both external and internal decoration- probably every part of the house . Last week they finished decorating for me a conservatory, bedroom, dining room , kitchen and utility room , in 9 days . This involved making good walls after new windows had been fitted and new electric wiring chased into walls then painting , as well as painting wardrobes. The quality of finish is superb and I have already booked them for external work in summer and further internal work in winter. They turn up for work on time and work efficiently throughout the day .They use modern equipment ( e.g. large suction devices linked to sanders to reduce dust produced to virtually nil),which reduces the time taken to prep surfaces to be painted and leave your house every evening in a tidy and usable state . They are hard working and skilful craftsmen- and very nice people. Last Autumn I had another company decorate a room ( Chalk and Brown were fully booked and I was impatient to have the work done). This was an OK result - but not nearly as good as C and B's last week . I've now said to my wife I don't care how long I have to wait for them , I'm not having anyone other than Chalk and Brown do our future decorating .

Gary and Paul have just finished decorating the entire downstairs of our house. The work was carried out to a very high standard and we are extremely pleased with the result. Completion was within the timeframe scheduled and on budget, save for some small additional items requiring attention after the commencement of the work. Easy to have around the house; clean, tidy and thoroughly professional. The best decorating job we’ve ever had done with impressive attention to detail. We will definitely use them for new projects, and have already asked them to quote for two new jobs. Highly recommended.

We’ve used C&B on three occasions for external and internal work. We have been hugely impressed. The standard of work is excellent, starting with meticulous preparation before painting. The end result has been first class every time. Gary and Paul are friendly and polite, they are as unobtrusive as possible and always clear up very thoroughly. Very highly recommended.

Gary and Paul (Chalk and Brown) did an excellent job at a fair price, to a high standard and in an efficient, organised and timely manner. They showed a high level of expertise and skill in both painting and carpentry. They were able to solve unexpected difficulties with skill and resilience. At all times they were tidy, respectful, hard working, professional and friendly. We were delighted with the finished work.

This is the second time we have used Chalk & Brown. They previously painted the inside of our house meticulously and to a high standard. This time they did the same for the outside. They are reliable, they prepare thoroughly, they work hard, and they are good people to have around!

High-quality work, very good attention to detail, hard-working, on time, quick working, and pleasant to deal with - I would have no hesitation in recommending Chalk & Brown and intend to use them again myself.

Chalk and Brown painted the outside of an 1860s house - woodwork, masonry and refurbished the finish on some external oak doors. The thoroughness, care and attention to detail was exemplary - no short cuts taken. Time keeping and communication was good at all times, and they are very pleasant people indeed to have on site. Highly recommended.

We are so pleased with the results of our recent redecoration project carried out by Gary and Paul. They were amazing, painstaking, expert, tidy and such nice people to have in your home!

Chalk & Brown undertook the redecorating of the exterior of my house. They arranged the scaffolding so I didn't need to get involved in that which made life easier for me. I was provided with a clear and comprehensive quote at the outset and there was no subsequent variation. There were no extra costs added which was great. They were very reliable and turned up every day until the job was completed. They didn't disappear off at any stage. I had their undivided attention. Both the preparatory work and the actual painting were done in a very thorough and professional manner. The quality of the finished product was excellent. They were considerate and not intrusive in any way. They cleaned up afterwards and left everything as it was before. Definitely top marks on all fronts. Very friendly and straightforward. I will use them again in the future and recommend them to my friends and neighbours.