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Welcome to
The HOUSEPAINTER web site!

Now retired, between 1978 and 2010 Stephen Ben Cox was an interior designer/decorator and an artist. He specialised in restorations of Victorian and Edwardian houses and other periods with a friendly, caring, creative and professional service.  :
Interior Decorating• Design• Restoration• Installation of architectural features• Artistic effects•
NOTE: The House Painter is now retired.This site is provided for historical purposes and for householders guidance only.
 
He catered to the needs of professional homes of character of specific residential areas, although he also undertook contracts in: Herefordshire, Berkshire, Devon, London, Hampshire. He made the selection and process of decorating someone's home an exciting and painless experience: prided himself on a unique, individual caring service which was friendly, professional, and responsive to bring sparkle and charm to peoples' homes or offices..

No matter what your needs we can assist you: from all types of the usual  full range of Interior Decorating (painting, papering, repairs etc)  to specialist services such as:
  • Restorative & Restoration decorating.
  • Detailed highlights to cornices and mouildings.
  • Decorative effects to furnitiure.
  • Installing dado rails, picture rails, cornices & ceiling roses.
  • Sponging, Dragging, Stippling, Colour Wash, Ragging , & other artistic effects.
He dealt with the projects with sympathy and respect never forgetting that he was changing someones home.
 
All work was undertaken personally, and he offered  local references from satisfied and ongoing clients.   We are  Neighbourhood Watch/ security approved. (see also our Clients Testimonials page)
 
 
 

I retired and moved and now run my own registered charity for the advancement of education in horticulture and conservation. Registered charity #1174239 Two sites currently deal with my charitable and educational projects: 1. Garden Trust 2. Arcadian

Stephen Ben Cox Garden Trust

Arcadian

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we create a unique colour scheme and design to suit your specific needs.
 
 
SITE MAP IS IN THE INDEX ON THE FAR LEFT, IN 3 SECTION (Overviews of our work & testimonials;    Our Work;      History of art/design, architecture and history)
 

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The House Painters website is now for historical purposes only. Please go to my charity website for latest news

Stephen Ben Cox Garden