Dismantle & strip
Handles off, hinges removed, doors lifted. Old finishes sanded or chemically stripped as appropriate.
Furniture Painting
Restore, don't replace — furniture painted to last.
Hand-prepped sanding, durable lacquer finishes and bespoke colour match for the pieces worth keeping.
- Hand sanding
- Durable lacquer finish
- Bespoke colour match
- Workshop or on-site
Some pieces deserve more than a tin of chalk paint.
From a single heirloom piece to built-in joinery, we prep and finish furniture properly — grain filled, primed, lacquered and hand-finished so it looks right and wears right. No chalky drag lines, no peeling after six months.
Heirloom dressers from Crystal Palace, Ikea hacks from Brixton, built-in alcove cupboards in Wimbledon terraces — we handle furniture painting across Croydon, South London and Leicester. Small movable pieces can come to our workshop for dust-controlled finishing; larger built-ins and antiques are done on-site. We specify Zinsser BIN for knots and stains, grain-filler on open-grain oak, water-based primer on pine and MDF, and finish with Tikkurila furniture lacquers or Frenchic for clients who prefer a soft chalk-wax feel. For a wardrobe-sized piece, allow 3–5 days from drop-off to collection; heirloom restorations with intricate details take longer.
- Heirloom restoration
- Modern upcycles
- Built-in refinish
- Workshop jobs
What's included
Exactly what you get with this service
Every job is prepared, finished and cleaned to the same premium standard — no shortcuts.
Grain-fill & repair
Knots, dents and splits filled. Open-grain woods grain-filled for a smooth, premium finish.
Primer & adhesion
Adhesion primers specified for the substrate — pine, oak, MDF, laminate, each gets the right base.
Bespoke colour match
Any RAL, NCS, Farrow & Ball or Dulux reference. We match samples or discuss a tailored palette.
Hand or sprayed finish
Brushed finish for character pieces, sprayed lacquer for smooth modern pieces — your call.
Wax / top-coat
Hard-wearing lacquer or wax top coat so the finish survives real family life.
Ideal for
Who this service suits best
Heirloom restoration
A dresser, wardrobe or table worth saving — given a second life in the colour and finish you want today.
Built-in upgrades
Alcove cupboards, bookshelves, utility units — sprayed or hand-painted to the same standard as a professional kitchen.
Modern upcycles
Newer IKEA or off-the-shelf pieces given a bespoke, non-off-the-shelf colour and finish.
Why Homeowners Choose Artem Painters
Choose Artempainters for unparalleled dedication to quality and a personal touch in every project. Your satisfaction is our priority.
Expertise and Experience
Over 25 years in the industry, delivering high-quality results with a skilled team.
Quality Materials
We use only the best materials to ensure lasting beauty and durability.
Customer-Centric Approach
Each project is tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of our clients.
Innovative Techniques
We stay updated with the latest trends and techniques in painting and decorating.
Reliability
We commit to schedules and deadlines, ensuring projects are completed on time and to your satisfaction.
2-Year Guarantee
We provide a 2-year guarantee on all our services, assuring quality and durability.
Ready when you are
Got a piece of furniture worth restoring?
Send us a photo for a free, honest quote. Croydon, South London and Leicester.
Our 5 Step Process
01
Consultation
We listen to your needs and provide expert guidance tailored to your home.
02
Preparation
We prepare all surfaces with cleaning, sanding, and priming for a flawless finish.
03
Painting
We apply premium paints using professional techniques for smooth, lasting results.
04
Cleanup
We tidy the entire workspace, leaving your home spotless and ready to enjoy.
05
Inspection
We complete a final walkthrough to ensure everything meets our high standards.
Common projects
Typical jobs we take on
A sample — not a limit. If it's similar, ask us.
- Dressers & sideboards Classic period pieces finished to modern spec — hand-finished or sprayed depending on style.
- Wardrobes & chests Full refinish including handles swap and interior touch-up if needed.
- Chairs, tables & benches Dining sets and occasional furniture — lacquered for everyday family life, not just shows.
- Kitchen cabinets (standalone) Freestanding cabinets separate from a fitted kitchen — workshop or on-site options.
- Built-in alcove cupboards Custom-built alcove storage painted to kitchen or living-room standard.
- Bookshelves & media units Open shelving and TV units — carefully masked so fittings and cables stay untouched.
- Children's furniture Toy-safe, low-VOC finishes for bedroom and nursery pieces — wipe-clean topcoats.
- Antique & heirloom restorations Stripped carefully, repaired where needed, and refinished to preserve the piece's character.
Areas we cover
Croydon · South London · Leicester
Mobile teams across Croydon, South London and Leicester — quoting, planning and starting quickly. Not sure if your postcode's covered? Ask — we'll be honest.
Before you book
What we promise on every job
Sample first
For larger pieces we test-finish a section for sign-off before committing to the whole job.
Workshop or on-site
Small pieces can come to our workshop. Large or built-in work is done on-site with full protection.
2-year guarantee
Workmanship guaranteed — if a lacquer or paint finish fails from our workmanship, we return and refinish.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about this service. Something else on your mind? Just ask.
A single piece typically takes 3–5 days including prep, primer, topcoats and drying. Built-ins and kitchens take longer — we'll give you a firm schedule in the quote.
Yes — but only with adhesion primers specified for non-porous surfaces. Done right it lasts; done wrong it peels. Which is why we don't take shortcuts.
Both. Small movable pieces can come to our workshop for a dust-controlled finish. Large wardrobes, built-ins and heirloom pieces we handle on-site.
Yes — bring or send a sample (paint chip, fabric, even a photo in some cases) and we'll mix to match.
With proper prep, the right primer and a lacquer top-coat, yes. Our finishes survive real family life — not just show-home photos.
Yes — and we'll collect smaller pieces for workshop finishing within a ~20-mile radius of Croydon. Built-in furniture and large free-standing pieces in Leicester are painted on-site. For heirloom or antique pieces we prefer a site visit so we can assess the piece properly before quoting.
Usually yes, with notice. Primer and lacquer systems have minimum cure times (Frenchic: 3 days; 2-pack lacquer: 7 days for full cure) which we build into the schedule. Tell us the deadline when you get in touch and we'll tell you honestly whether it's possible.
Where we work
Painting and decorating across South London and Leicestershire — our core service areas.