New build and extension painting

New timber and cladding look clean, but they still need the right primer. Bare timber left in the sun for weeks can start to weather, which makes paint grip less well. We'll prime as soon as we can after the builder finishes, then follow with top coats.

Fibre cement and other sheet cladding need joins and fixings filled and sanded so they disappear under the paint. That's the difference between a new extension that looks bolted on and one that looks like it was always there.

Paint fades over time, so the original colour on your house may not match a fresh tin. We can match colours to what's on the house now, or help you pick a new scheme that ties old and new together. Sometimes repainting the whole house at the same time gives the best result, and we'll tell you honestly if we think that's the case.

• Size of the new work and how many surfaces need painting.
• Cladding type and how much filling and sanding the joins need.
• Colours. More colours means more cutting in.
• Timing. Fitting in around other trades can mean more visits.

A small extension or sunroom can be done in a few days of good weather. Bigger builds depend on the size and the build schedule. Talk to us early in your project so we can plan around your builder.