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Rae of Colour

9.99/10

Peterlee, County Durham

Checkatrade member since June 2022

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Services

  • Painting / Decorating
  • Exterior Painting
  • Wallpapering
  • Wooden Windows Stripped / Painted
  • Timber Resin Repairs
  • Door Stripping
  • Anti Vandal Coatings
  • Wall Murals

Customer Reviews

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9.99 /10

Based on 28 reviews over the past 12 months

Quality of work

10

Reliability

10

Communication

9.96

What customers are saying

AI-generated from customer reviews over last 24 months

Praised for an exceptional standard of work and incredible attention to detail, customers describe this trade as professional, punctual, and very tidy. Many also appreciate the helpful advice offered throughout the job.

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Reviews (132)

  • 10

    Would recommend

    Posted 12 March

    Friendly and professional. Very pleased with job done
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: NE8
  • Sue W
    10

    Decorating a lounge

    Posted 08 March

    Chris came on time & worked hard. I’m getting him back in June to do more work. I would definitely recommend him
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: SR3
  • 10

    Outstanding, top quality job

    Posted 02 February

    Chris from Rae of colour did an outstanding job . I would highly recommend him to anyone . He is really knowledgeable about his field and explained everything very clearly . He was extremely professional from the beginning in giving the quote to clearing up everything perfectly and putting paintings back up when he had fully finished . His attention to detail is impeccable . We love the quality and finish of the new paintwork. He even assisted us in choosing the colours and getting suitable paint . I can’t recommend Rae of colour and Chris highly enough .
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: TS26
  • John L
    10

    decorating the whole house

    Posted 21 January

    we would highly recommend chris rae he is a brilliant painter and decorater who has a very good eye for detail nothing is to much trouble and gives excellent advice very good time keeping and good communication
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: DH4
  • John L
    10

    decorating living room

    Posted 17 December 2025

    really good advising us about what type of paint and wallpaper to use ,the work he carried outwas really good. the workmanship was really good, very friendly and very helpful
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: DH4
  • Lynda P
    10

    Wallpapering feature wall

    Posted 16 December 2025

    Exceptional and very professional work would definately recommend Chris.
    Verified reviewer
    Job location: TS23

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Company Info

Owner

Mr Chris Rae

Sole Trader

4 years on Checkatrade

VAT Registered

No

Domestic Work

Hello I am Chris , the proud owner of Rae of Colour,


A little about me

With many happy and returning customers over the last 15 years, you can be sure of being well looked after. My aim is to provide a stress free project, delivered in a manner that I am confident will exceed your expectations. I carry out all work myself and will be your single point of contact. My customers are accustomed the outstanding quality of my projects, by sourcing quality materials with experienced craftsmanship I create truly bespoke masterpieces lasting my customers many years.


Main work I undertake

But am not limited to


  • Wallpapering
  • Painting
  • Wall Mural
  • Feature Wall/Wall Art
  • Glossing
  • Insurance Work
  • Internal and External Work Undertaken


My Availability


I am available Monday to Friday including evenings. Outside of these hours you are welcome to contact me via email or request a call back.

If for any reason you are unable to get through to me please leave me a message including your phone number and I will call you right back.


Thank you for taking the time to consider my profile, I look forward to hearing from you.


Rae of Colour

This trade passed up to 12 Checkatrade vetting checks

Member since June 2022

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