Stockbridge | Romsey | Winchester | Salisbury | New Forest
Decorating, meticulously delivered.
The Finish House is a painting and decorating practice built around a simple idea: the quality of the experience should match the quality of the finish.
We work with homeowners, designers and property professionals to deliver carefully considered interiors with a level of organisation, communication and attention to detail that is often missing from traditional decorating services.
From the first conversation to the final inspection, there is one point of contact throughout. We take the time to understand the property, how it is used and what you want to achieve before recommending the right approach.
Our background in interior design brings another layer to the process. Colour, light, proportion, materials and finish are considered together — because decorating is rarely just about putting paint on a wall.
The work itself is carried out by a small network of trusted, independent decorators, selected for their workmanship, professionalism and reliability.
Good decorating should feel effortless.
We take care of making it so.
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Beautifully finished, properly prepared.
Good paintwork begins before the first coat.
We take time to understand the existing surfaces and determine the appropriate preparation, primers and finishing system for each project.
Our painting service includes:
Walls and ceilings
Woodwork and joinery
Doors and frames
Architectural details
Feature spaces
Full-property decoration
Every project is approached according to the property rather than a standard formula.
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A complete service, carefully managed.
For larger projects, we manage the entire decorating process on your behalf.
From the initial survey and specification through to scheduling, materials, site management and final snagging, you deal directly with The Finish House.
Our decorators work as part of our managed network, allowing us to select the right people for each project while maintaining a consistent standard throughout.
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Precisely hung, thoughtfully considered.
Wallpaper can bring pattern, texture and depth to an interior in a way that paint cannot.
We consider the paper in relation to the room as a whole, from scale and pattern to light, architecture and adjoining spaces.
Our wallpaper service includes:
Decorative and patterned papers
Textured and grasscloth wallpapers
Feature walls and individual rooms
Full-room installation
Complex pattern matching
Removal and preparation of existing coverings
Careful preparation and precise hanging ensure every seam, junction and pattern alignment is beautifully resolved.
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Colour, considered in context.
Choosing a colour is rarely as simple as choosing a colour.
We consider:
Light
How natural light changes throughout the day.Aspect
How the orientation of a room affects colour perception.Architecture
The proportions, details and character of the space.Materials
Floors, stone, timber, textiles and existing finishes.Flow
How one room relates to the next.We can develop a colour direction for a single room, a floor or an entire property.
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The foundation of a beautiful finish.
The quality of the finished decoration is only as good as the surface beneath it.
We work with trusted plasterers to ensure walls and ceilings are properly repaired, prepared and finished before decoration begins.
Our plaster service includes:
New plasterwork
Skimming and resurfacing
Repairs and making good
Cracks and damaged surfaces
Ceilings and walls
Preparation for paint and wallpaper
Whether making good a single room or preparing an entire property, we ensure the surface is ready for the finish it deserves.
Our services
Meet the Founder
Having managed high-end projects and coordinated skilled trades throughout their delivery, Guy understands the importance of meticulous preparation, clear communication and exceptional attention to detail. As a homeowner, he has also experienced the frustrations of arranging work from the other side — chasing quotations, coordinating schedules and sometimes being let down.
The Finish House was created to offer a more considered experience: one point of contact, thoughtful project management and a trusted network of highly skilled tradespeople.
With a designer's eye for colour and finish, Guy considers paint and wallpaper within the wider room scheme — taking into account natural light, architecture, fabrics and furnishings. His earlier career in advertising and publishing adds a strong visual and creative perspective to every project.
Good design. Exceptional craftsmanship. A service as considered as the finished result.
The Finish House was founded by Guy Foan, bringing more than a decade of experience in interior design and project management within the luxury residential market
One point of contact.
From first conversation
to final finish.
Our approach
Considered from the beginning. Meticulous to the end.
Good results start long before
the first brush is loaded.
Start with the space.
We begin with a conversation and a visit to the property, understanding the space, your requirements and what the work involves.
CONSULT
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Look beyond the walls.
We consider colour, light, proportion, materials and the relationship between rooms, helping establish a considered direction for the interior.
CONSIDER
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Know exactly what's happening.
We prepare a clear proposal covering the work, preparation, finishes, materials and programme.
Clear scope. Clear expectations. Clear price.
SPECIFY
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Let us take care of the detail.
We schedule the work, appoint the right decorators and manage the project from start to finish.
You don't need to manage the trades. We do.
DELIVER
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Finish properly.
We inspect the completed work, review the details and address anything that doesn't meet the agreed standard.
Because finishing isn't just the final coat.
REFINE
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In their words
“After 10 years our home decor felt a little jaded, The Finish House worked with us on a fresh tranquil colour scheme and advised on the most suitable paint ranges for each option.
We’ve worked on several projects with Guy and the team over the last year & have no hesitation in recommending them. They have consistently met our finish, timescale and budget requirements.”
Mark & Karen“Guy was highly supportive throughout the project, his understanding of colour, light and space was very intuitive and helpful. Communication was clear and the quality of work excellent. Our home always felt respected and was left clean and tidy.
We would definitely recommend Guy’s creative services.”
Nena & Graham“We were delighted with the finished result. From the initial consultation through to completion, everything was handled professionally and with great attention to detail. The whole process was straightforward and well managed, and the quality of the finish was excellent.”
Lisa & Neil
Selected work
A selection of homes and interiors we've helped transform.
Our projects range from individual rooms and carefully considered colour schemes to complete residential interiors. Each project is different.
The common thread is the same attention to preparation, colour, detail and finish.
Whether you're planning a complete redecoration, refreshing a single room or looking for help with colour and finishes, we'd be pleased to hear from you.
Tell us a little about the property, what you're hoping to achieve and your approximate timescale.
We'll get back to you to arrange an initial conversation.