Quoting Software Built for Painters & Decorators

Professional Quotes for Painters & Decorators
In Minutes, Not Hours

Stop losing evenings writing up painting quotes in texts or scrawled on notepaper. QuoteSmith uses AI to generate branded, professional PDF proposals for every decorating job — from single-room repaints to full exterior refurbishments.

No credit card required. Takes 2 minutes.

Built Specifically for Painters & Decorators

QuoteSmith understands the painting and decorating trade inside and out

Quote Every Type of Decorating Work

Interior painting, exterior painting, wallpapering, ceiling work, woodwork gloss and satinwood, masonry painting, feature walls, mist coating new plaster, commercial decorating, and period property restoration — QuoteSmith handles them all. The AI generates accurate scopes covering preparation, priming, undercoating, and finishing coats.

Industry-Standard Decorating Terms

The AI knows painting and decorating terminology — mist coat, undercoat, eggshell, satinwood, gloss, emulsion, masonry paint, sugar soap wash, caulking, filling and sanding, cutting in, and roller application. Your proposals include professional language that demonstrates real trade knowledge to clients.

Itemised Costings with VAT

Break down your quotes into clear line items — preparation and making good, ceilings (mist coat + 2 coats emulsion), walls (2 coats emulsion), woodwork (undercoat + gloss/satinwood), wallpapering per roll, and external masonry. Each item shows the area, rate, and amount. VAT is calculated automatically.

Your Branding, Every Proposal

Upload your logo, set your brand colours, and add your company details including trade body memberships and public liability insurance. Every PDF looks like it came from an established decorating firm — helping you stand out from the painters who still quote via text message.

Quote on Site, Win on the Spot

Generate a professional painting and decorating proposal from your phone while you're still walking through the property with the client. No more going home, measuring up from memory, and sending a price two days later. Impress clients with a detailed proposal before you've left the driveway.

Room-by-Room Colour Schedules

For whole-house decorating jobs, break your quote into room-by-room costings with colour specifications. The AI generates clear breakdowns per room — ceiling colour, wall colour, woodwork colour, number of coats, and paint brand. Clients can see the full plan at a glance and make changes before you start.

How It Works

Three simple steps to a professional painting & decorating proposal

1

Enter Job Details

Fill in the client's details, describe the decorating work, and add your line items — preparation, ceilings, walls, woodwork, wallpapering, external masonry, and more. Include room dimensions and rates for each item.

2

AI Generates Your Proposal

Our AI writes a detailed scope of work covering preparation, paint systems, number of coats, colour schedules, drying times between coats, and professional terms and conditions tailored to the decorating trade. It knows about surface preparation, primer compatibility, and weather requirements for exterior work.

3

Download & Send

Download your branded PDF proposal and send it to the client via email or WhatsApp. You can also revise and regenerate the content if you need to adjust anything before sending.

What You Can Quote

QuoteSmith handles every type of painting and decorating project

Interior Painting
Exterior Painting
Wallpapering
Ceiling Painting
Woodwork & Gloss
Masonry Painting
Feature Walls
Mist Coating
Commercial Decorating
Period Property Restoration
Artex Coating
Fence & Shed Painting
Spray Painting
Floor Painting
Fascia & Soffit Painting
Staining & Varnishing

What Painters & Decorators Say

Real feedback from painters and decorators using QuoteSmith every day

★★★★★

"I used to send a quick WhatsApp message with a price — 'Full house interior, 3 bed semi, £2,800'. Now I send a branded PDF with room-by-room breakdowns, paint specifications, and number of coats. Won a 6k period property job because the client said my proposal showed attention to detail. She got four quotes — mine was the only proper one."

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Simon Palmer
Palmer Decorating, Brighton
★★★★★

"As a one-man band, I was losing out to bigger decorating firms because their quotes looked more professional. QuoteSmith levels the playing field. I now win about 7 out of 10 quotes — up from maybe 3 out of 10 before. The proposals mention preparation, primer systems, and drying times. Clients trust that level of detail."

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Lee Harris
Lee Harris Painting & Decorating, York
★★★★★

"I do a lot of exterior work and the AI includes details about pressure washing, scraping and sanding, stabilising solution, primer, undercoat, and topcoat systems. No more 'what's included?' phone calls because everything is spelled out in the proposal. It's also stopped clients trying to haggle because they can see exactly what goes into the price."

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Dan Foster
Foster Exteriors, Plymouth

Simple Pricing for Painters & Decorators

One plan. Unlimited proposals. Cancel anytime.

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QuoteSmith Pro

£39 /month
  • Unlimited AI-generated decorating proposals
  • Branded PDF downloads with your logo
  • Itemised costings with automatic VAT
  • Room-by-room breakdowns & colour schedules
  • Decorating trade terms & conditions included
  • 7-day free trial
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Painter & Decorator Quoting FAQ

What types of painting and decorating work can I quote for?

QuoteSmith handles every type of decorating project — interior painting, exterior painting, wallpapering, ceiling work, woodwork, masonry painting, commercial decorating, period property restoration, spray painting, staining and varnishing, and more. The AI adapts the scope of work and terminology to match the specific job.

Does it include decorating-specific terms and conditions?

Yes. The AI generates professional terms and conditions covering payment terms, paint and material specifications, preparation standards, furniture moving responsibilities, dust sheet provision, access requirements, weather conditions for exterior work, and other clauses standard in painting and decorating. You can review and edit everything.

Can I specify paint brands and colours?

Absolutely. You can specify paint brands (Dulux, Farrow & Ball, Little Greene, Crown), product ranges, colour names, and finish types (matt, eggshell, satinwood, gloss) in your line items. The AI includes these specifications so clients know exactly what products you'll be using.

Will the proposal mention preparation work?

Yes. The AI always includes preparation details — sugar soap washing, filling and sanding, caulking gaps, scraping flaking paint, applying stabilising solution, priming bare surfaces, and masking up. Preparation is where the quality shows, and your proposal will reflect that you take it seriously.

Can I quote room by room for larger jobs?

Yes. For whole-house decorating, you can break your quote into room-by-room costings. Each room lists ceiling, walls, and woodwork separately with colours, number of coats, and prices. Clients can easily see what each room costs and prioritise if they need to.

How much does QuoteSmith cost?

QuoteSmith Pro is £39 per month with unlimited proposals. There are no per-proposal charges or hidden fees. You get a 7-day free trial, and you can cancel anytime. One won decorating job pays for the subscription many times over.

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