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C L Bush Decorating

9.99/10

Chelmsford

Checkatrade member since April 2023

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We guarantee the work for up to £1,000 for 12 months. T&Cs apply

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Services

  • Exterior Painting
  • Paint Sprayer
  • Painting / Decorating
  • Timber Resin Repairs
  • Timber Restoration
  • Wooden Windows Stripped / Painted
  • Anti Vandal Coatings
  • Wallpapering

Customer Reviews

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9.99 /10

Based on 25 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

9.96

Reliability

10

Communication

10

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

This decorator is highly recommended by customers for delivering an exceptional quality of work with great attention to detail. Reviewers consistently praise their professionalism, tidiness, and reliability from start to finish.

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Reviews (99)

  • 10

    Outstanding Quality Work

    Posted 1 day ago

    This is not the the first time we have used C L Bush Decorating and certainly will not be the last. I will be honest to say that we had some pretty shoddy work done to our staircase but after Cliff worked his magic you would never know. The level of finish is outstanding and would highly recommend Cliff to anyone needing a quality painter and decorator.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SS7
  • 10

    Hugh quality work

    Posted 27 December 2025

    We couldn’t be happier with the work carried out by Cliff. He is very informative, honest and the quality of his work is exceptional. It’s clear he takes real pride in what he does and this shows in the finish and attention to detail. He also took the time to give his opinion and guide us through the job, explaining options clearly and helping us make the right decisions. We would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a quality finish.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CO5

    Response from C L Bush Decorating

    Thank you both for your kind words and I will look forward to seeing you in the new year to spray and decorate your bedroom 😊👍 many thanks for your custom

  • 10

    Hallway stairs and landing.

    Posted 14 November 2025

    Cliff did an excellent job decorating my daughters hallway stairwell and landing. He is very trustworthy and punctual. I shall be booking him next year for work on my own house. I am a very happy customer.
    Job location: CM3

    Response from C L Bush Decorating

    Thank you for your kind words James, it was a pleasure to work for you both and I will look forward to seeing you in the new year and wish you and your family a wonderful Xmas and new year. Thank you

  • 10

    Brilliant experience.

    Posted 12 November 2025

    I had requested a quote to have both a living room & hall/stairs/landing decorated. The quote was very comprehensive, taking into account particular issues that would need to be addressed. The work has now been completed & I am very impressed with the result & the way in which the work was carried out. It has been finished to a very high standard & full consideration was given at all times to both me & the property. I would definitely look to use the company again & would confidently recommend.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CM7

    Response from C L Bush Decorating

    Thank you for your kind words, it was a pleasure both meeting you both and working at your property and we feel as if we have now made a life long friend in yourselves. It was a pleasure. Thank you

  • 10

    Painting & decorating & wall repairs while we was away

    Posted 07 October 2025

    Cliff painted & decorated and repaired cracked walls while we was away on holiday. He painted our hallway,living room,stairs & landing which was a lot of work in a short time. He also got hold of the required materials & colour paints we wanted. We came home today and was pleasantly surprised at the nice proffesional job done & how clean and tidy everything was. Will be using him again in the near future and can highly recommend him. Thanks Paul & Rosemary
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: RM17

    Response from C L Bush Decorating

    Thank you for your kind words and review. It was a pleasure working for you both and I will look forward to working with you again in the future. Thank you

  • Temi O
    10

    Excellent decorator and painter in Essex

    Posted 17 September 2025

    Cliff completed the job in a very timely and considerate manner. Provided a detailed quote itemising labour and parts and providing assurance for the job prior to attending without any pressure. Following a shoddy and unprofessional job by the media wall guys, this was quite reassuring and helpful. He was very detailed and careful in ensuring that the job was completed in an excellent manner. Will recommend for anyone looking for his skills.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: CM9

    Response from C L Bush Decorating

    Thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure working with you at your property. Thank you

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Cliff Bush

Sole Trader

3 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

No

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Welcome To C L Bush Decorating.


We are a family run business who have been in the Decorating and Plastering trade since 1997.


We pride ourselves on being able to carry out all aspects of Decorating (Interior and Exterior) and Plastering work to an exceptional standard and have a knowledge and understanding in all aspects of both trades.


We offer a friendly and personal service and like to work with a customer to discuss what results they would like to achieve and how to go about achieving them.


Through experience and knowledge can offer the right results at the right price to suit your budget and timeframe.


We can also manage and offer a full re-skim to full decoration service to cut out the need to use different companies and can provide this in-house.


Cliff (The company owner) has had experience in both domestic and commercial decorating and plastering right across the board including, Grade 1 & 2 listed buildings, Professional Footballer Clientele, Aviation Pilots, Retirement & Independent Living Redecorations, Church Building Restorations, Spraying, Re-Skim Plastering, Wallpapering, Wide Vinyl Wallpapering, Schools & Town Hall Offices, Victorian & New Build Houses, And Prides Himself On The Attention To Detail Throughout And On Completion Of Your Project.


We also have a vast knowledge of the industry’s products and materials that are the right coating and solution for the job in hand.


With the wealth of experience in our field we have to offer, we can always offer solutions to some of the most challenging or unexpected projects and adapt to the various situations.


We also believe in politeness, courtesy and respect for customers properties and keep the workplace tidy and treat it as if it were our own homes as through the years of carrying out work, we understand the customers' needs and expectations at the end of each workday.


We offer personal, competitive estimates and quotations, and look forward to hearing from you to discuss your projects.


We are also a member of Trust trader as well.

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