# Silkline Decorating Limited Silkline Decorating Limited is a painter / decorator in Lowestoft. Rated 4.9/5 from 16 public reviews across 1 review source. This is the MyTrustedTraders public-evidence profile for this trader, with independent reviews, credentials and registry data from named public sources, no ads, and no paid placement. Trust Score: 49 out of 100, with a caution: newest review we found is from August 2024. Weigh that age against the score. They state they've been established since 1986, but the earliest independent source we can find is 2009. Worth asking them about the gap. ## About Silkline Decorating was formed in 1986 in Lowestoft, Suffolk by David Reeve. David served a four year apprenticeship at Brooke Marine shipbuilders and Lowestoft college of Further education achieving craft and advanced craft certificates in painting and decorating. After spending 14 years in Lowestoft working on various contracts from Luxury yacht interiors to grade two listed buildings David moved to London and continued to carry out a wide variety of contracts. Silkline Decorating mainly specialize in domestic interiors and exteriors but will consider all enquires in the decorating field. The company is now based back in Lowestoft and although still serving long standing customers in the capital it is also aiming to provide a service to new customers in and around the Lowestoft area. Painters and decorators Interior decorating Painting contractors Wallpapering Exterior Decorating Exterior house painting ## Public review evidence (by source) | Source | Average rating | Reviews | | --- | --- | --- | | Which? Trusted Traders | 4.9/5 | 16 | Most recent review: 2 years ago. ## What customers consistently say _Recurring strength themes from this trader's own reviews, each with a verbatim quote:_ - **Reliable and punctual** (Quoted from 3 reviews): "He is reliable, trustworthy and skilled." · Which? Trusted Traders, 7 Oct 2018 - **Good problem solving** (Quoted from 3 reviews): "really good at using his skills and initiative to sort out any problems that arise." · Which? Trusted Traders, 19 Aug 2017 _Customers who keep coming back (2 reviewers describe returning):_ "Silkline have done a great deal of work for me - interior and exterior all to the highest standard." · Which? Trusted Traders, 14 Mar 2016 _Respectful and tidy in your home (3 reviewers describe them being respectful of the home and leaving it clean):_ "even hoovered our grass every night before packing up and neatly leaving his equipment where we had suggested." · Which? Trusted Traders, 4 Aug 2024 ## What reviewers confirm _Job outcomes reviewers report about this trader's work, each with a verbatim quote:_ - **Finished on schedule:** "The job was completed on time and in the agreed budget." · Which? Trusted Traders, 7 Oct 2018 ## What customers consistently praise _Themes mentioned across this trader's own public reviews:_ - Tidy & clean (mentioned in 50% of reviews we've read) - Friendly & polite (mentioned in 31% of reviews we've read) - Professional (mentioned in 31% of reviews we've read) ## In customers' own words _Verbatim quotes from this trader's public reviews, each attributed to its source:_ > "Would not hesitate to use again. Very pleased with quality of work." > Source: Jessie, Essex (5.0, via Which? Trusted Traders) > "Silkline have done a great deal of work for me - interior and exterior all to the highest standard. I have no hesitation of recommending, indeed I have done to many friends, all of whom have been delighted. Trustworthy, reliable and a total professional." > Source: Wendy, London (5.0, via Which? Trusted Traders) > "Contentious, thorough, helpful with additional work eg: issue with a gutter addressed and put right. Pleasant and agreeable trader." > Source: Jane, London (5.0, via Which? Trusted Traders) ## Trades Painter / decorator ## Services they list _Listed on public sources or the business's own website; check directly that they cover your job before you book:_ - Exterior decorating - Interior decorating - Painting contractors - Wallpapering - Exterior house painting ## See their work _Portfolio and gallery links this business publishes. Inspect the source to see what each image represents:_ - [Photo gallery](https://www.silklinedecorating.co.uk/gallery/) ## What we checked, and when _What MyTrustedTraders independently checked for this business (verified items only):_ - Review volume: MyTrustedTraders shows 16 public reviews on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Public listing spread: MyTrustedTraders shows 2 public listings for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Business identity: MyTrustedTraders shows public business identity data for company number 04991743 with operating status active. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Contact phone: MyTrustedTraders shows a public phone contact on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Website: MyTrustedTraders shows a public website for this trader. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) - Work photos: MyTrustedTraders shows 1 work photo on this profile. (via MyTrustedTraders public listing) Full verification checklist: https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/silkline-decorating-limited/checks ## Credentials & sources - Credentials shown: 1 (none currently verifiable) - Companies House status: Active - Run by 1 director; the longest-serving current director was appointed in 2003 (Companies House officers) - Website online since 2000 (verified via public domain registry) - Evidence held from: Which? Trusted Traders, Companies House - Check dates vary by source. Where we hold a date, the check shows it. ## What this business says about itself _Self-declared on the trader's own website, not independently verified:_ - Established: 1986 (40 years in business) - Experience they state: Wealth of experience - Areas served: Lowestoft, Suffolk ## Opening hours - Source: Which? Trusted Traders - Monday–Friday: 8am–6pm ## Before you hire a painter / decorator _What to check when choosing this kind of trade (general guidance, not a claim about this business):_ - Look for consistent reviews across several named sources, not one polished profile. - Check any credential evidence, and that the business details independently check out. - Get a written quote and keep guarantee, insurance and payment terms in writing. - Run the Cowboy Checker before you commit to anyone. ## Contact - Phone: 07747 116534 - Website: http://www.silklinedecorating.co.uk --- Source: MyTrustedTraders, https://mytrustedtraders.com/traders/silkline-decorating-limited Real public evidence only: every figure traces to a named source, with evidence held from 2 named public sources. If a source does not carry a field, it is not shown.