A1 Decorating Ltd

painter — Bromley · Christchurch

About A1 Decorating Ltd

A1 Decorating is a professional painting and decorating company serving Christchurch and Wellington, New Zealand. With a team of dedicated trade professionals who have spent thousands of hours developing their craft, A1 Decorating delivers high-quality finishes across residential, commercial, and new build projects of all sizes.

The company prides itself on a customer-first approach, treating every home and workplace as their own. Whether it's a small garden gate or a full home redecoration, they work closely with clients throughout the entire process to minimise disruption and ensure a smooth experience. From completing work while clients are on holiday to leaving gardens in pristine condition, A1 Decorating goes the extra mile.

A1 Decorating holds several prestigious industry accreditations. They are proud members of the New Zealand Master Painters Association, guaranteeing quality workmanship, professionalism, and adherence to environmental standards. They are also Dulux Accredited Painters — a strictly invitation-only programme where Dulux selects painters with proven experience and quality workmanship. Additional affiliations include Site Safe and the Master Builders Association.

On the commercial side, A1 Decorating has extensive experience coordinating with multiple trades, contractors, and consultants to meet deadlines on complex projects. They hold in-house qualifications for intumescent coatings — a specialist passive fire resistance measure applied to steel structures and timber substrates — covering estimation, application, inspection, and full compliance documentation to meet council fire resistance ratings including Group 1 and Group 2. Their commercial client roster has included work with Regus and other office fit-out projects.

For new builds, A1 Decorating works with leading construction companies including Artisan Homes, Benchmark Homes, and Hometrend Builders, and their previous projects have included several House of the Year winners.

A1 Decorating: Christchurch & Wellington's Trusted Painters for Homes, New Builds & Commercial Projects

When it comes to painting and decorating in Christchurch and Wellington, A1 Decorating has built a reputation on doing the job properly — from a freshly painted garden gate to a full commercial fit-out. Based in Shirley, Christchurch, their team of trade professionals has spent thousands of hours refining their craft, and the results speak for themselves.

What sets A1 Decorating apart is the breadth of work they take on without compromising on quality. They handle everything from interior and exterior residential painting to new housing developments, commercial premises, and specialist coatings that require specific qualifications to apply correctly.

Accreditations That Actually Mean Something

A1 Decorating holds memberships and accreditations that aren't easy to come by. They are proud members of the **New Zealand Master Painters Association**, which guarantees quality workmanship, professional service, and adherence to environmental standards. They are also **Dulux Accredited Painters** — a programme that is strictly invitation-only, with Dulux selecting only painters who demonstrate strong experience, quality results, and alignment with their values.

Additionally, they carry **SiteSafe** membership and are affiliated with the **Master Builders** network, making them a trusted choice for builders and developers working on new housing projects.

New Builds and Builder Partnerships

A1 Decorating has established working relationships with some of New Zealand's well-regarded residential builders, including Artisan Homes, Benchmark Homes, and Hometrend. Their previous work on new builds has included several **House of the Year** award winners — a meaningful benchmark of finish quality in the NZ construction industry.

For new builds, they provide a complete service covering interior and exterior painting, wallpapering, wooden fixture finishing, specialist coatings, and colour consultation. Their process runs from the pricing stage through to a quality assurance sign-off on completion.

Commercial Projects Done on Time

Commercial painting comes with its own pressures — multiple trades on site, tight deadlines, and the need to coordinate without disrupting operations. A1 Decorating's team is experienced in exactly this environment. Their commercial services include office fit-outs, full interior and exterior makeovers, commercial wallpapering, specialist steel paint coatings, line marking, pavement markings, and signwriting.

A standout capability is their **intumescent coating** service. These passive fire-resistant coatings are applied to steel structures and timber substrates to insulate against heat during a fire, helping buildings retain structural integrity and meet council fire resistance ratings — including Group 1 and Group 2 fire ratings. A1 Decorating manages this specialist area entirely in-house, from estimation through to application, inspection, and compliance documentation.

Residential Work — No Job Too Small

For homeowners, A1 Decorating takes a practical and considerate approach. They understand that having tradespeople in your home is disruptive, so they work around your schedule — including completing work while clients are away on holiday, so they return to a freshly decorated home. They also take care of the surroundings, ensuring gardens are left in pristine condition.

Their residential services cover interior and exterior house painting, architectural house painting, colour consultations, wallpapering, and specialist coatings. A Quantity Surveyor visits the property to assess the job before a comprehensive quote is provided.

Signature items

  • Intumescent Fire Coatings
  • Dulux Accredited Painting
  • New Build Finishing
  • Full Home Redecoration
  • Commercial Office Fit-Outs
  • Colour Consultations

Menu

New Build Services

  • Interior Painting (New Build) — New home interior painting finished to the highest standard
  • Exterior Painting (New Build) — New home exterior painting from foundation to roof line
  • Wallpapering (New Build) — Wallpaper installation for new build homes
  • Wooden Fixtures — Painting and finishing of wooden fixtures and joinery
  • Specialist Coatings (New Build) — Specialist coating systems for new construction
  • Colour Consultation (New Build) — Professional colour advice for new home builds

Commercial Services

  • Commercial Painting — Interior and exterior painting for offices and commercial premises
  • Commercial Wallpapering — Wallpaper installation for commercial fit-outs
  • Specialist Steel Paint Coatings — Protective coatings for steel structures
  • Intumescent Fire Coatings — Passive fire resistance coatings for steel and timber; meets Group 1 & 2 ratings
  • Line Marking & Pavement Markings — Car park line marking, pavement markings and signwriting

Residential Services

  • Interior House Painting — Full interior painting for homes of all sizes
  • Exterior House Painting — Professional exterior painting and surface preparation
  • Architectural House Painting — High-spec painting for architecturally designed homes
  • Colour Consultations — Expert colour advice to achieve your desired look
  • Wallpapering — Residential wallpaper installation and finishing
  • Specialist Coatings (Residential) — Specialist coating applications for residential properties

Frequently asked questions

Where is A1 Decorating based and what areas do they cover?
A1 Decorating is based in Shirley, Christchurch (PO Box 27163, Christchurch 8640) and also operates in Wellington.
What residential painting services does A1 Decorating offer?
They offer interior and exterior house painting, architectural house painting, colour consultations, wallpapering, and specialist coatings. There is no job too small — from a garden gate to a full home redecoration.
Does A1 Decorating work on new housing builds?
Yes. They work with builders including Artisan Homes, Benchmark Homes, and Hometrend, and their work has featured in House of the Year award-winning homes.
What commercial painting services are available?
Services include commercial painting and wallpapering, specialist steel paint coatings, intumescent fire coatings for steel and timber, line marking, pavement markings, and signwriting.
What are intumescent coatings and does A1 Decorating apply them?
Intumescent coatings are passive fire-resistant coatings applied to steel structures and timber substrates to limit heat transfer during a fire, helping buildings meet council fire resistance ratings (Group 1 and Group 2). A1 Decorating handles estimation, application, inspection, and compliance documentation in-house.
What accreditations does A1 Decorating hold?
They are members of the NZ Master Painters Association, Dulux Accredited Painters (invitation-only), SiteSafe members, and affiliated with Master Builders.
How do I get a quote from A1 Decorating?
Contact them by phone on 03 3666 777 or email [email protected]. For residential and new build projects, a Quantity Surveyor will visit the site before a comprehensive quote is provided.

Tips

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  • {"body":"The team is happy to complete work while you're away, so you come home to a freshly decorated property without any disruption to your daily routine.","title":"Ask about scheduling around your holiday"}
  • {"body":"Both residential and new build services include colour consultation — take advantage of this when planning a repaint rather than making colour decisions on your own.","title":"Get colour consultation included"}
  • {"body":"If your commercial project requires fire resistance ratings or intumescent coatings, mention this at the outset — A1 Decorating handles all compliance documentation in-house, but it needs to be scoped from the start.","title":"Specify compliance requirements upfront for commercial jobs"}
  • {"body":"If you're a builder or developer, A1 Decorating's Master Painters Association membership and Dulux Accreditation can satisfy subcontractor quality requirements — worth confirming with your project manager before engagement.","title":"Verify accreditations matter for your contract"}

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