Master Bedroom Renovation in Cheam, Surrey — Full Spray Finish Included
In June 2022, we completed a full master bedroom renovation for a family home in Cheam, Surrey. The brief was straightforward: strip the room back to basics, reconfigure the space, and finish everything — ceiling, walls and woodwork — to a factory-quality spray finish. Here’s what the project involved and why spray painting was the right choice for a room undergoing this level of transformation.
What the Project Involved
This wasn’t a cosmetic refresh. It was a full room renovation from the inside out. Before we could even think about finishing, there was a substantial amount of groundwork to complete.
- Complete wallpaper removal throughout the room
- Ceiling over-boarding — creating a flat, sound surface ready for plastering
- New electrics installed
- New radiator and plumbing fitted
- Removal of the old fire surround to reclaim floor space and make way for new bespoke fitted furniture
- Full re-plastering of all surfaces
Once the structural and trades work was done, the room was handed over to us for finishing. Total project time: two weeks.
Why Spray Painting Makes Sense After a Full Renovation
When a room has been fully re-plastered — fresh ceilings, new walls, original woodwork now exposed without the fire surround — the quality of the finish matters even more. New plaster is unforgiving. Any imperfection in preparation shows up clearly under fresh paint. And if you’re rolling or brushing, you’ll see every stroke.
Spray painting solves that. We apply paint in fine, even coats across every surface — ceiling, walls, architraves, skirting — producing a seamless result with no brush marks and no roller texture. It’s the same process used in a factory environment, brought on-site.
For a master bedroom undergoing this level of investment, it’s the logical finish. You’ve spent two weeks getting the room right. The paint job should match that standard.
Preparation Is Where the Work Happens
We’re often asked what separates a professional spray finish from a DIY attempt or a standard paint job. The honest answer is preparation. We spend a significant portion of every job masking, priming and checking surfaces before a drop of paint is applied. On a freshly plastered room, that means allowing proper cure time, applying the right primer, and checking every surface is sealed and smooth.
The paints we use are water-based, low VOC formulas — better for the home environment and easier to live with once the job is done. We can also match virtually any colour, including Farrow & Ball and other premium ranges, so the finish you get is exactly the colour you chose.
If you want to understand more about what makes a quality spray finish last, Tikkurila’s technical resources give a good grounding in why paint quality and application method make such a difference to durability and appearance.
The Result — and What the Client Said
The finished room was handed back within two weeks of starting. Clean, smooth, consistent finish across every surface. The bespoke fitted furniture could go straight in against walls that were worth showing off.
“Pleased with the work, we are very happy and will use you again for sure.” — David Heasman, homeowner, Cheam
That kind of feedback means a lot. Not because it’s flattering, but because it’s specific — they’re happy enough to come back. That’s the standard we work to on every job.
Thinking About a Bedroom Renovation in Surrey?
If you’re planning a similar project — whether it’s a full renovation or simply a room that deserves a proper finish — we cover Surrey and South London and have been doing this since 2004. Our work comes with a 10-year guarantee, and we’re fully vetted through Checkatrade so you can check our track record before you call.
Take a look at our Surrey spray painting services or get in touch directly on 0203 355 1495 to talk through what you have in mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can spray painting be used on freshly plastered walls in a bedroom renovation?
Yes — in fact, spray painting is one of the best choices for newly plastered surfaces. New plaster needs time to cure fully before painting, and once it has, a spray-applied finish produces an even, seamless result that shows off the quality of the plasterwork rather than masking it with roller texture or brush marks. Correct priming and surface preparation are essential at this stage, which is why professional application makes a real difference.
How long does a full bedroom spray paint finish take?
For a typical master bedroom — ceiling, walls and all woodwork — the spray finishing stage usually takes one to two days, assuming preparation work is complete and surfaces are properly primed. On a larger project like this Cheam renovation, the entire project including trades work ran to two weeks. The spray finish itself is fast once the groundwork is right.
Do I need to move furniture out of the bedroom before spray painting?
Yes — the room needs to be cleared before we begin. Spray painting requires thorough masking to protect floors, fittings and any remaining items, and working in a clear space allows us to achieve a consistent finish across every surface. We’ll advise you in advance on exactly what needs to be done before we arrive, so there are no surprises on the day.
