“Jack & Sam have just completed a 10 day decorating job in my property, which included wallpapering, painting of ceilings, woodwork, walls & radiators. They have done an absolutely first class, superb job. I am absolutely thrilled with what they have done. Excellent workmanship. They have left my new home looking fabulous. They have done everything I asked of them, and more. They have an amazing 'old-fashioned work ethic' which is rare in today's world, and hugely appreciated. They are reliable, trustworthy and communication is brilliant. Will be using them again no doubt. Very happy!”
Public evidence profile
Fine Coats Ltd
Companies House
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Trust Score
49out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 28 reviews
- Reviewed 7 months ago
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume28
Independent sources2 independent public sources
CredentialsNo credentials shown yet
How this score is made up
What customers say31.7 of 60
Independent checks11.2 of 30
Track record6.5 of 10
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- Licences and credentials0 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them7 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 6.2
- Registered company details4.1 of 4.1
- Photos of their work0 of 2.1
- Industry recognition0 of 1
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What customers say
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5.0out of 5
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade28 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“We were delighted with the work carried out by Fine Coats to paint the exterior of our house. Jack and Sam were professional at every stage of the work from initial contact, keeping us up to date with the progress of the work and they finished the job to an excellent standard. They worked tidily and were extremely reliable and pleasant. An excellent job and would definitely recommend them.”
Detailed reviews
These are the individual reviews we hold for Fine Coats Ltd, including the highlights above. The 28 headline total is the review volume reported across public review sources.
Jack & Sam have just completed a 10 day decorating job in my property, which included wallpapering, painting of ceilings, woodwork, walls & radiators. They have done an absolutely first class, superb job. I am absolutely thrilled with what they have done. Excellent workmanship. They have left my new home looking fabulous. They have done everything I asked of them, and more. They have an amazing 'old-fashioned work ethic' which is rare in today's world, and hugely appreciated. They are reliable, trustworthy and communication is brilliant. Will be using them again no doubt. Very happy!
We were delighted with the work carried out by Fine Coats to paint the exterior of our house. Jack and Sam were professional at every stage of the work from initial contact, keeping us up to date with the progress of the work and they finished the job to an excellent standard. They worked tidily and were extremely reliable and pleasant. An excellent job and would definitely recommend them.
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What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 3 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“communication is brilliant.” · Checkatrade, 17 Dec 2025
“Great communication.” · Checkatrade
“They are reliable” · Checkatrade, 17 Dec 2025
“extremely reliable” · Checkatrade, 12 Sept 2025
Companies House registration
ActiveCompany status needs a careful check
Fine Coats Ltd is linked to a Companies House entry. This shows the business registration, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
The linked company files dormant (non-trading) accounts at Companies House (2024).
The linked company files dormant (non-trading) accounts at Companies House (2024).
Legal nameFine Coats Ltd
Company number15039607
Incorporated
Registered activityPainting & decorating
Run by2 directors (longest-serving director appointed in 2023)
Official checkOn the public register
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About
Painter / decorator in Wideopen Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear.
Services they list
Exterior PaintingPainting / DecoratingWallpapering
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Areas served
Tyne and WearWideopen Newcastle upon Tyne
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About this business
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Common questions about Fine Coats Ltd
Is Fine Coats Ltd a legitimate business?
Fine Coats Ltd has 28 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. Its registration on Companies House currently needs a careful check (The linked company files dormant (non-trading) accounts at Companies House (2024).), so weigh the reviews alongside that. This is independent public evidence gathered from named public sources (no ads, no paid placement), not a guarantee of workmanship. If anything here is out of date, the business can request a correction.
What do customers say about Fine Coats Ltd?
Fine Coats Ltd has 28 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How do I know Fine Coats Ltd's reviews are genuine?
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Is Fine Coats Ltd a registered business?
Fine Coats Ltd appears on Companies House (company number 15039607), but its registration status needs a careful check. Worth checking: The linked company files dormant (non-trading) accounts at Companies House (2024).. This confirms the legal registration of the business, not evidence of workmanship or service quality.
What does Fine Coats Ltd specialise in?
Fine Coats Ltd lists specialist services including Exterior Painting, Painting / Decorating, Wallpapering. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.