Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Hand Painted Kitchens & Furniture in Edinburgh
Ian Merriman has dedicated over five decades to mastering the art of hand-painted kitchen and furniture transformation. Our expertise lies in rejuvenating existing pieces using traditional painting techniques refined over centuries, combined with modern eco-friendly materials like Tikkurila paints. With a heritage rooted in a family-run business established in 1960, we prioritise meticulous craftsmanship, offering tailored colour solutions and surface preparation to ensure durable, high-quality finishes.Our work spans fitted kitchens, freestanding furniture, and bespoke projects, serving clients across Edinburgh and surrounding areas. Customer satisfaction is central to our practice, evidenced by thousands of successful transformations and consistent positive feedback highlighting reliability, attention to detail, and exceptional results.
Services
Hand Painted Kitchens
Furniture Transformation
Kitchen Makeovers
Custom Painting
Eco-Friendly Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- 50+ years of expertise in traditional painting techniques
- Specialise in eco-friendly, low-VOC Tikkurila paint finishes
- Offer bespoke colour matching and surface preparation services
- Consistently rated 'Excellent' by verified customers for reliability
- Proven track record transforming kitchens since 1960
What people say
Utterly transformed
Top quality craftsmanship
Reliable
Fantastic finish
Highly recommended
Services
Hand Painted Kitchens
Transform existing kitchen units through meticulous hand-painted finishes using traditional techniques. We prepare surfaces and apply custom-mixed paints for durable, long-lasting results. Ideal for homeowners seeking unique, high-quality updates without full replacements.
Furniture Restoration
Rejuvenate tired wooden furniture with bespoke hand-painted finishes. Our process includes repair work, surface preparation, and application of eco-friendly paints. Suitable for tables, wardrobes, and other solid wood pieces requiring specialist treatment.
Kitchen Makeovers
Comprehensive kitchen transformations involving door/drawer removal, repair, and repainting. We offer colour consultations and handle complete renovations while minimising household disruption. Uses low-odour, environmentally conscious paint systems.
Custom Painting
Tailored painting services for unique furniture pieces and special requirements. Includes colour matching, sample provision, and specialist finishes. Applies to both modern and heritage items needing individualised treatment approaches.
Eco-Friendly Painting
Environmentally conscious painting solutions using water-based, low-VOC Tikkurila paints. Combines traditional craftsmanship with modern sustainability standards. Reduces environmental impact by extending furniture lifespan instead of replacement.
People
Ian Merriman
Owner & Lead Craftsman
With over 50 years' experience, Ian specialises in traditional painting techniques applied to kitchen and furniture restoration. Trained in his family's 1960-established business, he combines heritage skills with modern eco-friendly practices to deliver exceptional transformations.
Questions
What services do you specialise in?
We specialise in hand-painted kitchen and furniture restoration using traditional techniques and eco-friendly paints. This includes colour-matched finishes, surface preparation, and complete transformations.
How long does a kitchen makeover take?
Most projects take 5-7 days depending on complexity. We remove doors/drawers for workshop painting while completing carcass work on-site to minimise disruption to household routines.
Are your paints environmentally friendly?
Yes, we use Tikkurila water-based paints which are low-VOC and eco-certified. This reduces environmental impact while maintaining durability and finish quality for painted surfaces.
Can you match specific paint colours?
We offer bespoke colour matching services and provide sample swatches for approval. Our expertise allows precise replication of desired shades for both modern and traditional interiors.
Do you work outside Edinburgh?
While based in Edinburgh, we serve clients across Scotland including Glasgow, West Lothian, and Ayrshire. Previous projects have included long-distance commissions with successful outcomes.
