“We had our living room and hallway repainted , we used multiple colours and had a lot of wood that had to be sanded down and repaired. The work has been outstanding our place looks amazing! I highly recommend this company and we will use it again .”
Public evidence profile · Checked March 2026
The Painting Division
Review quality
No reviews in 12 months
Credentials & registries
City & Guilds Qualified - Level 2
Trust Score
50out of 100
- Rated 5.0 from 60 reviews
- 1 credential shown
Newest review January 2025
How this score is worked out
Rating5.0 / 5
Review volume60
Independent sources1 independent public source
Credentials1 credential shown
How this score is made up
What customers say37.3 of 60
Independent checks8.4 of 30
Track record4.1 of 10
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- Licences and credentials1.3 of 8.3
- Ways to reach them7 of 8.3
- Reviewed on more than one site0 of 6.2
- Registered company details0 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
How Checkatrade customers rate them (out of 5)
Reliability5.0
Communication5.0
Quality of work5.0
Where these reviews are published
- Checkatrade60 reviews · 5.0 avg
Highlights
“Marian painted our lounge, hallway, staircase, the stairs themselves, and the landing. He did a really good job, was reasonably priced and he was very reliable. He takes care of what he does and it shows in the quality of his work. I would definitely use him again.”
Detailed reviews
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We had our living room and hallway repainted , we used multiple colours and had a lot of wood that had to be sanded down and repaired. The work has been outstanding our place looks amazing! I highly recommend this company and we will use it again .
Marian painted our lounge, hallway, staircase, the stairs themselves, and the landing. He did a really good job, was reasonably priced and he was very reliable. He takes care of what he does and it shows in the quality of his work. I would definitely use him again.
Local context
Rated 5.0, above the local average for painters / decorators in Lambeth
Across 31 painters / decorators in Lambeth, the typical rating is 4.8 out of 5. We compare against the same businesses a homeowner would find searching for this trade locally.
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What customers consistently say
Recurring themes from 4 customer reviews on Checkatrade.
“The work has been outstanding our place looks amazing!” · Checkatrade, 16 Jan 2025
“The attention to detail was excellent – preparation was thorough, edges were sharp, and the finish looks fantastic.” · Checkatrade
“he was very reliable.” · Checkatrade, 20 Dec 2024
“They were punctual every day” · Checkatrade
Credentials and associations
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- 18 Mar 2026
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About
Painter / decorator in London, Greater London.
Services they list
Anti Vandal CoatingsDoor StrippingExterior PaintingPainting / DecoratingTimber Resin RepairsTimber RestorationWall MuralsWallpaperingWooden Windows Stripped / Painted
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Is The Painting Division a legitimate business?
The Painting Division has 60 independent public reviews, rated 5 out of 5. 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 The Painting Division?
The Painting Division has 60 public reviews, averaging 5 out of 5. You can read the individual reviews and where each came from in the reviews section above.
How is The Painting Division rated on reliability and quality?
On Checkatrade, customers rate The Painting Division by category: Reliability 5.0 out of 5, Communication 5.0 out of 5, Quality of work 5.0 out of 5. These are per-category scores from real published reviews. They show where The Painting Division is strongest, not just the overall average.
How do I know The Painting Division's reviews are genuine?
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Is The Painting Division qualified and accredited?
We hold 1 independently sourced credential for The Painting Division, including City & Guilds Qualified - Level 2. Each is attributed to the body that issued it in the credentials section. For example, City & Guilds Qualified - Level 2 is City & Guilds: a long-established UK awarding body whose qualifications certify a tradesperson trained to a recognised vocational standard.
What does The Painting Division specialise in?
The Painting Division lists specialist services including Anti Vandal Coatings, Door Stripping, Exterior Painting, Painting / Decorating, Timber Resin Repairs, Timber Restoration. If your job is one of these, look for it in their listed services or ask them to confirm for your project.
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