Painter and Decorator
Self Employed
Lytham St Annes, Lancashire
01.1988 - 09.2026
- Added new paint coats to surfaces using brushes, rollers and sprayers.
- Applied coats of paint, varnish, and wallpaper to interior and exterior surfaces, achieving high-quality finishes.
- Maintained a clean and organised work environment, cleaning up after tasks to leave spaces tidy and presentable.
- Prepared surfaces for decoration by filling cracks, sanding down, and applying primer for optimal paint application.
- Washed, scraped and sanded surfaces, resulting in clean and smooth application of wall finishes.
- Conducted final inspections with clients and made adjustments to ensure satisfaction with the finished work.
- Inspected painted surfaces and rectified any flaws for high quality finishes.
- Prepared surfaces by fixing woodwork, filling holes and cracks and smoothing and sealing surfaces.
- Removed old paint carefully to minimise surface damage.
- Measured accurately to estimate materials, supplies and time required for jobs.
- Prepared work areas and covered surfaces not requiring painting with covers or sheets for precise results.
- Laid protective drop sheets to prevent paint splatter on floors and furniture. to protect adjacent areas from paint damage.
- Ensured work completed within budget by tracking expenses and material costs.
- Resolved customer complaints by actively listening to concerns and providing swift, effective solutions.
- Installed new wallpaper, using hand tools to smooth and neatly trimming edges.
- Consistently received outstanding customer feedback by surpassing clients' painting and decorating expectations.
- Handled bespoke mural and decorative paintwork requests, showcasing creativity and attention to detail.