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About Harry

Hi, I’m Harry, founder of Finishing Touch, providing high-quality painting and decorating services across Surrey.

I started in the trade at a young age working alongside my dad, who has over 40 years of experience. After starting my own business at 21, I’ve continued developing my skills through hands-on experience, using modern systems such as dust-free sanding, spray finishing, and advanced preparation methods.

As a sole trader, every project is carried out personally by myself, ensuring consistency, clear communication, and a level of care that’s difficult to achieve with larger teams. My approach is simple: thorough preparation, quality materials, and finishes that are built to last.

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If you’d like to talk about your project, I’d be delighted to hear from you. I work on everything from interior and exterior decorating to kitchen cabinetry painting, on-site spray finishing, front door restoration, and specialist epoxy resin repairs.

Getting in touch is simple. Just send me a message or give me a call and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can. I’m always happy to offer advice, answer questions, or provide a free, no-obligation quote. Every job I take on is treated with care, attention to detail, and pride in the final result.

If you’re ready to transform your home or business with a professional finish, I’d love to help. Reach out today and let’s make a start on your next project.

What our customers say.

What a transformation Harry has done to the front room and hallway, this work ethics are the best I seen. Harry is a perfectionist and spends lots of time prepping the walls ready for paint. We will definitely be getting Harry back to do more painting and decorating for us the finish is outstanding. Would recommend Finishing Touch painting and decorating and Harry to other people. Harry is a very friendly and professional person and was a pleasure to have him work for us.

Darren Neve

Wow, what a transformation! Harry has just finished decorating my dining room, the third room he's now done for me, and it looks incredible. His eye for detail is second to none, and he kept everything spotless throughout. I can't recommend him enough!

Dominic Moore

Another fabulous job by Harry. He's transformed our hall, stairs and landing. If you're looking for a detail oriented individual who's hard working and very easy to work with then Harry's your man!

Gail Jordan

Harry took our warped Victorian door and made it into a thing of beauty. He is hard working, takes great pride in his work an excellent communicator and even managed to work around our dogs and hectic home. He did a fantastic job, we would definitely use him again and recommend him to anyone. Thanks Harry.

Chris Wright

If you want the highest quality workmanship, perfect preparation resulting in a stunning finish, and a trustworthy, reliable, and friendly professional, this is the company to use! Harry is an absolute perfectionist and provides a quality service that surpasses any companies I've used before! From the moment I contacted him, he was always quick to respond, giving an accurate assessment of the work required based on the photos I sent him. He arranged to come round to see the job and sent a detailed estimate soon after, clearly highlighting every aspect of the project so I fully understood what was required. He was really flexible, really helping me out by working around a particularly tight time frame I had. He is very customer focused and really keen to make sure, as the client, that you feel involved and are satisfied with the work as it progresses. His communication is brilliant, every day he gave me a run down of the work completed so far, what would be done next and how the job was progressing. Whilst working, he keeps everything clean and tidy, and is very respectful of your home, never making me feel uncomfortable or unable to go into the kitchen whilst he was working. He told me every day what time he would arrive and was never late, and always cheery and positive which makes such a difference when someone is working in your home for several days. He cares passionately about providing the highest quality finish and I would recommend his company to anyone who values great service, beautiful paintwork, and a professional finish.

Janine Clowes

Harry has worked magic on our original Victorian door, transforming it from being drafty and ill-fitting to a fabulous shiny draft free door that looks stunning. The inside of the door looks so good we were inspired to redecorate the hall and stairs too. Roll on our first winter in 25 years without freezing in the hall. Thanks so much, Harry, you are a painting genius.

Sara Wright

We recently hired Harry to paint our exterior walls, and I couldn't be happier with the results! From start to finish, the process was smooth and professional. Harry was meticulous in his preparation, and during that time, he discovered a structural issue that needed attention. He truly went above and beyond, stepping into a project management role and coordinating with his contacts to ensure everything was handled promptly and efficiently. Thanks to his expertise, our house looks fresh and revitalized, and the finish is impeccable. I'm definitely planning to reach out to him for future projects. Highly recommend!

Clotilde Poullain

Harry did some internal repairs to skirting boards and painted my lounge walls. I couldn't be happier with Harry's work. He is meticulous in his preparation and kept me regularly informed of progress. I was out of town when Harry completed the work and I trusted him implicitly with the spare keys; he ensured everything was locked up at night and left the place spotless. I have no hesitation in recommending Harry, a consummate professional.

Stuart G

We wanted to have our garage doors restored and painted. Harry transformed the doors, we love them. Super easy to work with and no bother to have in your home while work is completed. Highly recommend, book early as he is always in demand.

Rory O'Neill

I recently hired Harry to refurbish and renovate my front door, and I must say that I was thoroughly impressed with the results. Harry was not only tidy and punctual, but he was also incredibly meticulous in his work. What really stood out to me about Harry was his attention to detail. He clearly takes pride in his work, and it shows in the finished product. My front door looks amazing, and I've received many compliments on it since Harry completed the job. I first discovered Harry's work on Instagram, and I was initially a bit hesitant to hire someone based solely on social media. However, after seeing the quality of his work and reading positive reviews from other customers, I decided to give him a chance. I'm so glad that I did. Overall, I highly recommend Harry to anyone who is looking for high-quality craftsmanship and excellent customer service. He is a true professional who takes his work seriously, and it shows in the results. Thank you, Harry, for the fantastic job on my front door!

Dean Herridge

Harry is our go-to painter. He did a brilliant job for us on our kitchen furniture, hand painting everything to the highest standard. When it came to our hallway, stairs and landing, there was no hesitation, Harry was our man. Harry did not disappoint, in fact he exceeded our expectations. The Harry secret sauce, that sets him apart from all others, is the time and effort he puts into preparation. A good 80% of his time on the job is focussed on ensuring that all surfaces are fully prepped, primed and ready for the top coats. Harry's attention to detail is amazing, the smallest cracks or imperfections are identified and Harry sets about fixing and removing them so that they are invisible when the job is done, and more importantly, are less likely to re-occur. He only uses the best fillers and primers etc, and that they are right for the task. We would only have Harry back to do any further work for us, as anybody else would not have our confidence. If you are considering Harry don't hesitate to book him in as he does get snapped up by delighted and loyal clients.

Simon S

What initially started as a repainting of our hall, stairs and landing, the scope of work required was unexpectedly much more. Harry has done the most incredible job, even with all the challenges! His prep work is fantastic and this shows in the end result. We are absolutely delighted with everything. We will definitely be using Finishing Touch again and would highly recommend him. Thank you Harry for all your hard work, an amazing transformation of our home!!

Michelle King

Thinking that my original 1930s door was beyond repair, I approached a local business who made bespoke doors. They put me onto Harry, advising that a restoration job would be a much cheaper option. I am so glad that I took their advice. From the start, Harry was clearly very experienced, highly knowledgeable and confident that he could fully restore my door. Like all good tradesmen, Harry was booked up quite far in advance. But he committed to a date to do the work, remained in contact and true to his word, commenced the job on the agreed date. From there on Harry impressed us greatly with his practical skills, immense knowledge and passion for doing the best possible job. He clearly cares about his work and aims for the finished result to stay good for the long term, thus giving excellent value for money. Our now fully restored door, that was previously fragile, had dry rot and gaping holes is now a solid work of beauty. Thank you so much Harry and we look forward to you returning to do more work in the near future.

Natalie Laing

Harry did a great job redecorated the exterior of our house, went above and beyond fixing a lot of issues left over from previous builders and windows fitters. I have to highlight how reliable Harry is, he gave me almost hourly update on the progress, and the best part is he was with us the whole time, unlike other builders would take multiple jobs at the same time. I definitely would recommend Finishing Touch Painting and Decorating and would definitely use them again.

Peter Wu

Harry did an amazing job, despite a number of setbacks along the way due to old walls! I chose Harry for his detailed prep work and attention to finished detail and he certainly delivered. He also left the area clean every day, including taking steps to minimise mess while at work, and especially at the end of the job, which you can see from the photos. I'll certainly be using Finishing Touches again!

Laura Galyer

We employed Finishing Touch to have the outside of our house painted. Harry's quote was extremely detailed very explanatory and his communication was excellent as we had to change the date due to weather delays. Our house has pebble dash which needed a lot of TLC. Harry's preparation work was second to none and the finishing touch is in the photos. He was very thorough and kept us informed at all stages and was very generous at giving advice. So, if you are looking for someone who takes great pride in his work, is diligent, enthusiastic, gives attention to detail and likes to listen to Magic Soul, then Harry is your man. Thanks also to his colleague Sam who helped during the first week. As part of Harry's original remit, we asked him to sand and varnish our front oak door. This proved to be a real challenge for various reasons and Harry's diligence and expertise was tested to the limit. He did a lot of research online and with other colleagues and we eventually decided to upgrade and have it stripped back to bare wood and then a varnish to be done at a later date. So glad we did as we are really pleased with Harry's work and the door!

Marlow Marlow

Absolutely delighted with my door restoration by Harry. I had thought to replace the door entirely but am so pleased that I didn't. I can't recommend Harry and his company Finishing Touch highly enough. His attention to detail is amazing. I've already asked him to carry out further work for me.

Maria Moore

To start, Harry's communication is excellent. Harry painted the apex and the front of our house. He takes a pride in his work and focuses on a good quality end result! We are very pleased with his work and highly recommend him!

Jane Gorringe

I found Harry and Finishing Touch Painting from the internet and seeing his work in photos and reviews like this. We have a house with many movement cracks and wanted someone to not just decorate but sort these out. I highly recommend Harry to anyone. He worked tirelessly to sort out our mess of a ceiling and walls and the finish is exceptional. He also changed vent covers for us and other little things that he didn't have to do at all. We will be booking him soon to sort the other rooms in the house!

Sam D

What can I say; Harry was honest, efficient and hard working with his main focus being on providing the best quality job he could. We had some unforeseen issues which only became apparent once everything had been stripped back and Harry worked tirelessly to find a solution that wouldn't break the bank and give a high quality finish. The pictures speak for themselves. A genuine young man who prides himself on providing excellent service. Very happy and would highly recommend.

Elisabeth Yialonites

Harry did a fantastic job for us! Great communication upfront and throughout, and works completed to excellent quality! We're very happy with the outcome and would recommend Harry and Finishing Touch to anyone wanting to redecorate to high standard at very reasonable price!

Mark Smalley

Harry is fantastic, and would thoroughly recommend his services to anyone looking for high-quality outcomes! We've used Harry twice now and each time he's been very reliable, super diligent and attentive to details, and great communication before, during and after the job! So happy with the transformation and look forward to our next mini-project with Harry!

Jennifer McGachy

I've used Finishing Touch for a number of projects now and the team always go above and beyond. The prep and detail they go into to ensure that smooth and perfect finish is incredible. They also are very tidy, you can hear them cleaning as they go and always leave the room looking spotless. I always appreciate the advice and expertise on what products and paint we should use and the fantastic results that we get from this.

Laura Galyer

Harry renovated and re-painted two sash windows in our home. One window had been moved from one wall to another by our builders so needed a lot of TLC. They both look as good as new. Harry was tidy, polite and incredibly enthusiastic about the work he does, which results in an extremely well finished job!

P C

Harry did an absolutely amazing job updating and redecorating our dining room after cracks appeared throughout. His prep work and eye for detail is second to none and the results speak for themselves. Utterly professional and a pleasure to have around, we have no hesitation recommending him and hope to use him again in the future.

Alex Weeks

Harry has done an amazing job painting our house internally. Every room painted had so much attention to detail. Harry is very thorough and professional with his attitude, with a brilliant hard working attitude. He went above and beyond to not only paint but restore to very high standard the walls and ceilings. Our house is looking unrecognisable. Thank you so much Harry. Will definitely recommend.

Natalie

This is the third job that Harry has done for me and I am again delighted with the quality of his work. He completed the external redecoration of my house by renovating the porch area, front door, mock Tudor beams and pipework. I chose black gloss for the front door colour and Harry achieved a mirror finish through his meticulous preparation. He updated me daily on the progress of the work and any unforeseen issues, successfully resolving these. He was a pleasure to have around and I have no hesitation in recommending him.

S Kelly

Harry is a true craftsman who does not take shortcuts to create a truly outstanding finish. He is reliable and turns up when he says he will. His communication is excellent and I would not hesitate to recommend Harry to anyone as I have complete confidence in his ability, which means he is on a very short list of tradesmen I would use again.

Jon Veness

Harry does fantastic work, and retains an entrusted and down to earth attitude in his approach, going the extra mile whenever possible. He has worked wonders on both our bedrooms, both previously having significant cracks and damage to the ceilings and window areas. It almost feels like we are now living in a newly opened hotel thanks to this great mans work, which was delivered on time and was very competitive for price. Highly recommend!

Simon Dennis

Harry is the best painter I know. He takes great care in his work and is incredibly thorough. He meticulously sands and smooths the walls before applying paint, resulting in exceptional results. I highly recommend him if you're looking for a professional job. God bless him.

Cordelia Gregory

Harry did a fantastic job re-painting the stone carvings on the porch, the front door and surround. He quoted promptly and kept to his quote. He was always punctual courteous and very conscientious. The pride he took in his work was very high. We have used Harry before and would definitely recommend him to others. Book early as he gets very busy over the summer for the outdoor work. The finish on the black front door would put Downing Street door to shame.

Sarah Dommersen

How glad we are that we found Harry. We finally found someone who's communication throughout is just as good as he's workmanship. The time and effort he spent on the exterior works to our house have been incredible, and the finish he has achieved I know others wouldn't have been able to. Would highly recommend him and will be using Harry again without a doubt for when we next have decorating works that are needed.

Daniel Miles

Very pleased we asked Harry to paint our kids bedroom for us before we moved into our new property. Harry did a brilliant job! Great communication and he went above and beyond making sure to accommodate us and help us out with what we needed. Would highly recommend. We have been very happy and will definitely be using Harry again.

Rachel McCarthy

There is decorating and then there is Harry's decorating! Professional from start to finish. Harry is a perfectionist. What really makes him stand out above the rest, is the pride he takes in his workmanship and that fact he wants to do his very best. And ultimately keep you as a returning client.

Nicola Smith

We had Harry in during the run up to Christmas for a job involving 3 levels of staircase to be painted plus a bedroom and downstairs toilet. The quality of the work was outstanding, and Harry preps thoroughly to ensure the best possible result. Once everything planned was sorted he even helped us out at short notice after a DIY disaster and re-did our living room. Would highly recommend and is a pleasure to deal with.

Bourners Tourners

We employed Harry this time to sort out an ongoing crack on the ceiling in our kitchen. It's a settlement crack that has been repaired, sort of, over the years but within months it just looked the same. Harry's attention to detail and fastidiousness came to the fore. After performing what could be deemed as open heart surgery on the crack, he proceeded to repair it stage by stage. The job took several days to complete because of the drying process, but his finishing touch was second to none. He was very informative as to his methods and also very generous with advice for my little projects. Thanks again Harry.

Cunningham Cunningham

Harry has an amazing work ethic and is very generous with his knowledge and advice for what needs doing. He is very professional in his attitude and the high standard of work carried out. Harry transformed our lounge and left the surface of our walls looking like they had been plastered. We are very happy with Harry's work and will most definitely use him again in the future.

Jo Capleton

Harry from Finishing Touch transformed our kitchen and bedroom into stunning spaces. His high-end workmanship, reliability, and honesty set him apart. The attention to detail and amazing quality he delivered exceeded our expectations. If you want a top-tier painter and decorator, Harry is the go-to expert for a flawless finish.

Joshpainept

Harry and Finishing Touch did a first class job painting our hallway, stairs and landing. We were very pleased with the quality of the finish and there is no doubt Harry is very skilled in his trade and uses only top quality products. We will definitely be using Harry again and would highly recommend him to others.

Harry from Finishing Touch painted the exterior of my house and the garage in May 2020. This was followed by interior work (painting hall stairs and landing) and also further work on the exterior in July 2021 (including specialised paint spraying of doors). The service provided and quality of the finish was excellent. Harry also kept me well informed of progress throughout. He clearly takes pride in his work and pays meticulous attention to detail. I would highly recommend Harry and Finishing Touch.

Lee Hooker

Harry is a professional who works to an excellent standard. He's done two jobs for us and each time the quality of work has exceeded expectations. I'll definitely be sending more work his way and I'm more than happy to recommend his services to anyone in need of a painter and decorator. Thanks for your hard work Harry!

Chris Richards

We were really happy with the service Harry provided. He did decorating work in our hallway and master bedroom, including new plasterwork on ceilings and painting all woodwork. The products used were high-quality and the finish is excellent. Harry was professional, fully reliable and responsive, and very helpful throughout. We would definitely recommend.

Sarah Sewell

Harry kindly took on the job of painting our exterior right at the end of the Summer, and persevered through the difficult weather to do an amazing job. He kept us informed of all updates along the way, and shared his next steps in great detail which gave us a lot of confidence that he was doing a quality job. Harry was also very honest with us that part of our pebbledash was coming away from the wall, and that painting it would cause more damage, despite it meaning he lost some money on the job. We are so pleased with the finished work, and will definitely be getting back in touch in the Spring to paint our remaining wall.

Charlotte Gutteridge

This is the first time I've used Finishing Touch and I will definitely use again. Harry did a fantastic job redecorating my lounge. Stripped, sanded and prepped the walls to such a high standard that they didn't need lining. Harry talked me through every step so I knew what to expect. Harry is very skilled at his job and is reliable and tidy. Fantastic job Harry, my lounge has been transformed! Thank you.

Sarah Moriarty

Harry is first class when it comes to decorators. His preparation, skill and all round quality is next to none. He has done numerous amounts of work for me and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone who needs a painter or decorator.

Sam Bolden

Harry provided expert advice and service delivery in painting exterior of 3 bedroom semi detached house. Would definitely recommend to others.

John Wilson

In contrast to other painters that I have dealt with in the past, Harry's high quality workmanship and attention to detail is second to none. The combination of extensive preparation, filling, use of modern spraying equipment and fine brushwork alongside his pride in attention to detail brought the aging exterior of my house to life. Would highly recommend his services to anyone.

Sam Clark

Harry is meticulous in everything he does. He did some exterior work for me and his attention to detail is second to none. My old front door now looks like a work of art. He explains every process thoroughly and is a genuinely a nice kind guy. Thank you Harry.

Linda Crafter

Harry uses up to date technology for repairing wood. The Epoxy has longer lasting quality than ordinary wood fillers. He spends considerable time on preparation making sure the foundation is sound before he begins painting. Quality products are used throughout and his attention to detail provides a fine finish.

Diana Jones

Amazing work, such a hard worker and the room is flawless.

Chloe Mahon

Harry's attention to detail was impeccable. I cannot highly recommend Harry and his company enough. He came and gave me an initial quote to re paint the hallway and living room. Seeing how great his work was I've now had him back to re do the rest of the house. Money well spent, if for any reason I need a painting and decorating company this will be the man I call. Five star work Harry!!

Elliot Bacon

Harry was a pleasure to deal with from start to finish. He did a fantastic job on the exterior and we are delighted with the result. Would highly recommend!

Stephen Gutteridge

Harry was recommended to us and has transformed our room. He is exemplary in his work and we would highly recommend him.

Jill Waitt

A brilliant service from Harry and his team. Attention to detail second to none. An excellent finish on complicated rendering and external decoration.

Janet Stokoe

Great service from Harry. He re decorated my whole house, what an amazing job. Can't recommend enough.

Tyron Minnett

Fantastic! Exceeded expectations at every stage.

Sam Stockdale

Harry and his team were excellent from start to finish. Excellent attention to detail and guided us through the whole process and provided us with detailed information on the progress of each stage and talked us through any room specific requirements. Would happily recommend Harry to anyone. Thanks for all your hard work, we are really pleased with the results.

Nicholas West-Symes

Can't recommend Harry enough for his outstanding work on our master bedroom and office space. Meticulous workmanship and friendly service from start to finish, thank you for all the advice and expertise along the way!

Sarah Parnell

Amazing job! Finishing Touch Painting and Decorating did a fantastic job with our hallway (entrance hall, doors, stairs and landings). I am so delighted with the end result. I originally found them via social media, and I was very impressed with Harry's knowledge, attention to detail, and passion for his trade. My hallway was in a bad way and needed lots of prep work, including making good previous poor jobs and general damage. Harry put his time and energy into the prep work before painting, and it paid off! His work ethic is excellent, kept me up to date on progress and gave me honest, professional feedback when needed. I am so pleased that I've booked him to come back for another job.

Linsay North

Harry is first class and I would definitely recommend him. He is polite, punctual, tidy, personable, professional and an all round nice guy. He really takes pride in his work and is a perfectionist, which takes time but the results are worth it. I would certainly use him again without hesitation.

Marie Cheek

Harry did a great job finishing our utility room, bathrooms and nursery. He advised on the best paints and even applied thermal lining with a great result. Despite plaster issues causing delays, he worked around them and kept to our deadline, even coming in at the weekend. Excellent finish and we are very happy. We'll definitely use him again.

Ms Tessa Ball

Harry completed an excellent job of painting the outside of our house. Always kept me informed of progress, extremely courteous and very happy to give advice. I would highly recommend his services.

Andrew O'Loughlin