The best things come to those who wait

Alongstanding existing client had to wait a lot longer than expected when Covid-19 delayed the re-decoration of the residential property. As an avid Instagram browser, this time gave the client the opportunity to scroll through décor posts and gave her a bold plan of what she wanted in the property. PDA Member John Kerry finally got to realise the client’s dream décor to striking effect in this period property in Stockton on Tees. John told us about the project...

The client had an extension finished, along with a new shower room and bathroom fitted, and we had discussed the re-decoration of the house. However, Covid-19 delayed everything and unfortunately it took nearly three years to get it over the finish line, just in time before Christmas 2022.

The walls hadn’t been mist-coated, so the old soft sheen needed to be scrapped off. The walls were then finished with Farrow and Ball in Ammonite, and the same colour was mixed in Caparol PU-Satin for the trim.

All stair-treads and handrails were taken back to bare and then a coat of Caparol Haftprimer in black was applied, followed by Zinsser B-I-N in grey and then a further coat of Haftprimer. The final finish was two coats of Caparol PU-Satin in black. The new bespoke MDF cupboards and workstations were all primed and finished the same way.

The downstairs back room was painted in a bold Green Smoke with Hague Blue ceiling using Tikkurila Vinyl Matt, and a feature wall with Lick wallpaper.

The bedroom was painted Cinder Rose, including the ceiling, using Tikkurila Vinyl Matt with a Woodchip and Magnolia wallpaper. Finally, the new oak doors were sanded down and simply finished with Smith & Rodger Rocktop Satin.

The client was over the moon with the outcome and is now considering another extension for the ‘hubbie’ and kids so it doesn’t get messed up!

We will probably be back for a freshen up in the future, but I think she needs a rest from workmen and to enjoy her décor.

John Kerry is a Member of the PDA based in Stockton on Tees. You can get in touch with him on 01642 587968 or visit www.john-kerry.co.uk