PAINTING AND DECORATING GUIDES
Hallway, Stairs & Landing
The biggest room in your house deserves the highest standard of care. Your hallway, stairs, and landing are often the most used — and most underestimated — spaces in your home. They connect every room and set the first impression for anyone who walks through your door. At Drew Decor, we treat these areas with the attention they deserve. From tight staircases to 8–10 metre-high landings, we’ve tackled every kind of HSL — safely, efficiently, and to a flawless finish.
Our Preparation Process
Before we even open a tin of paint, we make sure every surface is ready for a perfect finish:
Preparation is key to a durable, professional result — especially in high-traffic areas.
Protect floors, carpets, handrails, and bannisters with coverings.
Use professional dustless sanders to keep your home clean and the air clear.
Fill cracks, dents, and imperfections caused by years of wear.
Caulk all joints, skirtings, and trims for seamless lines.
Sand and smooth all surfaces for a flawless base.
Apply adhesion primers and mist coats where required.
Use professional access towers or internal scaffolding when ceilings or walls reach over 8 metres high — safety and quality are always top priority.
Always leave the space clean, safe, and tidy at the end of each working day.
Our Finish & Attention to Detail
Once prep is complete, we bring the area to life using premium Little Greene paints chosen for both their durability and stunning colour depth.
Two full coats of Little Greene Intelligent Matt or Acrylic Eggshell on walls and ceilings.
Hard-wearing satin or gloss finishes for woodwork and bannisters.
Smooth, crisp cutting-in even on complex corners and high angles.
Colour flow planning — ensuring tones work beautifully between floors.
Optional feature walls, panelling, or wallpaper for extra style.
Final inspection to guarantee a perfect finish from top to bottom.
Popular Upgrades
Enhance your hallway, stairs, and landing with thoughtful design and long-lasting finishes:
Feature Wallpaper: Ideal for stairwells or accent walls.
Wall Panelling or Dado Rails: Adds elegance and durability against scuffs.
Painted Stair Runners or Bannisters: Modern contrast detail in Little Greene shades.
Colour Consultation: Suzanne can help plan tones that flow through your home.
Made-to-Measure Blinds & Curtains: Finish the look where stairs meet landings or feature windows.
Upholstery & Soft Furnishings: Coordinate fabrics and hallway seating for a polished finish.
Aftercare & Maintenance
Because these are high-use areas, we use durable, washable finishes — but a little care goes a long way:
Wipe marks with a soft, damp cloth — no harsh chemicals.
Touch up high-traffic areas every few years to keep everything looking fresh.
Optional Add-Ons
Tester Pots: Try Little Greene colours at home before choosing.
Interior Styling: Suzanne can advise on matching hallway fabrics and accessories.
Full Transformation: Combine decorating, wallpapering, and lighting design for maximum impact.
Recent Projects
Ready to Transform Your Hallway, Stairs & Landing?
If you’ve received a quote for your hallway, stairs and landing, this guide shows exactly what’s included — and why this space deserves professional attention. Whether it’s a small staircase or a 10m high landing, we have the expertise, equipment, and craftsmanship to get it done safely and beautifully.