PAINTING AND DECORATING GUIDES
Kitchen & Hand Painted Units
Transform the heart of your home with Drew Decor craftsmanship. The kitchen is the heart of your home — a space that deserves durability, precision, and beautiful design. At Drew Decor, we combine expert surface preparation, specialist painting techniques, and premium materials to give your kitchen a finish that lasts. Whether it’s painting the walls and ceilings or hand-painting kitchen units, every job is carried out to the highest standard — clean, tidy, and built to impress. For a complete transformation, Suzanne at the Drew Decor Interiors store can help you choose made-to-measure blinds, curtains, and upholstery to complement your new colour scheme perfectly.
Our Preparation Process
We believe prep makes the finish. Here’s how we prepare your kitchen or cabinets for perfection:
Protect all floors, worktops, and appliances with coverings.
Use professional dustless sanders to keep your kitchen clean and free from dust.
Clean and degrease all areas — especially cabinets and units.
Fill and smooth any surface imperfections.
Sand all walls, ceilings, and woodwork for a flawless base.
Prime bare or repaired surfaces for strong adhesion.
Mask and section off work areas to keep your kitchen functional during the process.
Always leave your kitchen clean and tidy at the end of each day.
Our Finish & Attention to Detail
We take pride in delivering a showroom-quality result that’s both beautiful and durable.
Walls, Ceilings & Woodwork.
Two full coats of Little Greene Intelligent Emulsion on walls and ceilings.
Satin or eggshell finishes for doors, trims, and skirting.
Sharp, precise cutting-in for a professional edge.
Mould and moisture-resistant finishes ideal for kitchens.
Hand-Painted Kitchen Units
Units are degreased, sanded, and primed with specialist adhesion primers.
Painted by hand (not spray) using Little Greene Intelligent Satin or other premium cabinet paints.
Multiple thin coats for a flawless, brush-mark-free finish.
Hardware can be cleaned, polished, or replaced on request.
Popular Upgrades
Add luxury, style, and practicality with these optional extras:
Two-Tone Kitchen Units: Contrasting island colours or upper/lower unit shades.
Feature Walls & Panelling: Add depth and design to open-plan kitchens.
Ceiling Wallpapering: Subtle textures for a high-end touch.
Made-to-Measure Blinds & Curtains: Suzanne can tailor window treatments to suit your kitchen space.
Upholstery & Soft Furnishings: Cushions, benches, and bar stool fabrics to coordinate your look.
Colour Consultation: Suzanne will help you choose the perfect Little Greene colours for your lighting and cabinetry.
Aftercare & Maintenance
To keep your kitchen and units looking their best:
Wipe painted surfaces with a damp microfibre cloth — no harsh chemicals.
Avoid placing hot objects directly against painted units.
Keep windows open after decorating to allow full curing.
Touch up small marks using leftover labelled paint.
Clean handles regularly to prevent grease build-up.
Optional Add-Ons
Tester Pots: Try your chosen Little Greene shades before committing.
Interior Styling: Suzanne can help you coordinate paint, fabrics, and finishes for a cohesive design.
Full Kitchen Redesign: Combine unit painting, wall decoration, and soft furnishings for a total transformation.
