Similarly, Metallic Paint Finishes successfully emulate the richness of gold leaf, bronze, copper. In their own right, special decorative effects enhance mood, light, texture, and space.

Specialist decorating offers designers and their clients not only beauty but economy. Wood graining is more ecological than using hard woods. Faux Finishes can be applied for a fraction of the cost of installing real marble, and in less time.

Nicola Thwaites offers bespoke painting on paper and canvas. Abstract, colour field childrens murals can be commissioned to fit organically into children rooms or as Decoration for Childrens Rooms, etc, complementing new or existing interior design schemes. Childrens portraits and pet portraits are also available on a select basis.

Specialist decorating is typically associated with period interior decorating, but the same techniques can also be used to create unique paint effects for contemporary interiors, such as textured paint finishes, gilding and metallic paint finishes.

Specialist Decorating has a special place in the history of interior design. From the trompe loeil effects of antiquity, and the delicate friezes and decorative elements of the 18th century, to the vibrant glazes and subtle colour washes popular in minimalist interiors, Specialist Paint Finishes and paint effects have been used for centuries to enrich and enliven interior space.

An experienced decorator develops knowledge about the interplay of light, color, surface and finish and can play a special role on your interior design team. We can provide Colour Consulting, Colour selection, from complete schemes to single rooms for both Historical and modern paint ranges.