Dado rail fitting in Newton Abbot
Looking for professional dado rail fitting help in Newton Abbot? Hembury Contracting provides reliable carpentry services across Newton Abbot and surrounding areas.
Price Guide
£85-£210
Typical Duration
2-3 hrs
Location
Newton Abbot
Dado rail fitted level around your room with neat corners and clean joints. I fill and caulk everything so it's ready for painting - a simple addition that adds real character to any space.
### Transform Your Walls in a Single Visit
Boring flat walls? A dado rail is the **fastest way to add character** to any room. One clean horizontal line at waist height and suddenly your space has depth, architectural interest, and that finished feel.
> 💡 **Pro tip:** Dado rails aren't just decorative - they let you paint above and below in different colours for a striking two-tone effect.
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### Why Professional Fitting Matters
Here's the thing with dado rail: **it's at eye level**. Any wonky work is painfully obvious.
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong | |--------------|---------------| | True level line around the room | Follows the unlevel floor | | Tight mitre joints at corners | Gaps visible from across the room | | Filled, caulked, paint-ready | Nail holes showing, edges lifting | | Looks original to the house | Screams "weekend DIY job" |
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### What You Get
**🔧 The Full Service**
| Stage | What Happens | |-------|--------------| | **Prep** | Level line marked around room, layout planned | | **Fit** | Each section cut with proper mitres, secured firmly | | **Finish** | All nail holes filled, edges caulked to wall |
**📦 You're Left With** - Decorator-ready finish (just paint!) - Clean, professional corners - No mess, no fuss
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### Pricing Guide
| Room Size | Estimated Time | You'll Pay | |-----------|----------------|------------| | Small bedroom | 1.5-2 hrs | **£60-110** | | Average living room | 2-3 hrs | **£60-160** | | Large reception | 3-4 hrs | **£110-210** |
*Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Final quote depends on corners, alcoves, and obstacles.*
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### Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ **Period property** - restore that Victorian/Edwardian character
✅ **Two-tone walls** - create a striking colour divide
✅ **Problem areas** - hide cracking at the wall/ceiling junction
✅ **Adding value** - architectural details buyers actually notice
Why Choose Us for Dado rail fitting in Newton Abbot?
Fitted perfectly level around the room
Clean mitre joints at every corner
Filled and caulked ready for painting
Advice on the right height for your room
What to Expect
### Step 1: Measure & Mark I find the right height for your room and mark a true level line all the way around. Not following your wonky floor! ### Step 2: Cut & Fit Each section goes up carefully. Corners get proper mitre cuts - this is where the quality really shows. ### Step 3: Fill & Finish All nail holes filled, every edge caulked tight to the wall. Clean, professional, decorator-ready.
Our Newton Abbot Service Coverage
We cover Newton Abbot and a 30-mile radius from Exeter, meaning you get local service with the backing of an established business. Whether you're in the centre of Newton Abbot or in the surrounding villages, we're here to help.
Good to Know
> 🎨 **Decorating soon?** Get the dado fitted first. Your decorator paints over the filler for a seamless finish - much easier than cutting in afterwards. **Multiple rooms?** Do them together - I'm already set up and you'll save on the per-room cost. **Old house with wonky walls?** No problem. I deal with out-of-square corners and wobbly plaster all the time in Exeter's older properties. That's actually where professional fitting makes the biggest difference.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dado rail fitting in Newton Abbot
What actually is a dado rail?
It's the horizontal moulding you see running around rooms at about waist height. Originally it stopped chair backs scraping the walls, but now it's mainly decorative - it adds character and lets you paint above and below in different colours if you want.
Can you fit dado rail to my older house with wonky walls?
Yes - that's actually where it makes the biggest difference having someone do it properly. I fit to a level line (not following the floor, which is rarely level in older Newton Abbot houses), and use caulk to deal with any gaps where the wall undulates. Looks clean when it's done.
Do I need to buy the dado rail myself?
Either way works. If you've already got it, great. If not, I can advise on what profile would suit your room and pick it up from the merchant. Most people go for MDF which paints nicely and is cost-effective.
How long does a room take?
Average living room is usually 2-3 hours. More corners (bay windows, chimney breasts, alcoves) adds time because each corner needs cutting and fitting properly. I'll give you a better estimate once I know your room.
Will it be ready to paint when you're done?
Yes - I fill all the nail holes and caulk the edges so it's decorator-ready. Just give the filler 24 hours to dry before painting. Your decorator can then paint the whole lot seamlessly, or you can do it yourself.
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Got multiple jobs?
Make the most of your first hour - I can often tackle several small tasks in one visit. List everything you need done when you call!
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